Section Patrolman

Pottawatomie County•Westmoreland, KS

22h•$21 - $27

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Road & Bridge Supervisor, the Section Patrolman is a non-exempt position under FLSA. This position may perform construction and/or maintenance on designated districts of gravel and dirt roads to a level that is safe for the driving public, ensure proper drainage of said roads, and to perform grass, weed and brush control within their designated district. This employee assists in snow and ice removal during inclement weather.

Requirements

Employee shall have the mechanical ability to operate and maintain a motor grader.
Ability to operate backhoes, loaders, rollers, etc. is preferred.
Employee shall have basic mathematical skills, ability to communicate effectively, read maps, and work from verbal or written instructions.
A high school diploma, GED or equivalent, or graduation from a vocational school is preferred.
One to three years of similar or related experience is recommended.
Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job reasonably well within six months to one year of employment.
Must have (or obtain within 1 year of employment) and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement and/or other appropriate endorsements.
sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and/or field environment, stand, stoop, reach, bend, kneel, squat, climb ladders, and walk on uneven terrain, loose soil, and sloped surfaces.
The employee may have continuous exposure to fumes, odors, dust, and dirt.
Employee may be frequently exposed to extreme environmental conditions, excessive noise/vibration, cramped quarters, bending at waist, twisting, reaching above/below shoulder level, and repetitive movements.
Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Ability to operate a vehicle to travel to various locations and verbally communicate to exchange information.
See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
The work involves routine related tasks that require special knowledge regarding proper road maintenance techniques, reading grade elevations and understanding construction drawings and plans.
Employee encounters problems pertaining to damage to roads, weather conditions, and obtaining the proper equipment to make necessary repairs on a regular basis.
This person must have the ability to identify and correct road surface deficiencies and provide safe driving conditions for the general public.
Employee must prioritize their daily work and effectively allocate their rock throughout their district.
Employee is directly responsible for departmental equipment and resources, but does not participate in the annual budget process.
Employee is responsible for daily record keeping for cost accounting purposes.

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate backhoes, loaders, rollers, etc. is preferred.
A high school diploma, GED or equivalent, or graduation from a vocational school is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operates motor grader, loader, dump trucks, and other equipment to maintain the quality of the roads
Regular and predictable attendance required
Maintains drainage of roads and creates new drainage as needed
Performs necessary repairs to roads, ditches and culverts
Allocates rock within district
Provides snow and ice removal during inclement weather
Installs drainage structures
Performs mowing duties and cuts brush and trees in district
Installs culverts and entrances
Maintains daily labor and equipment records
Performs maintenance and repairs on assigned equipment
Reports problems, road hazards, and sign damage in district
Reports equipment problems to the shop
Maintains a safe work site
Ensures positive public relations with public and staff
Works with public to explain project details, answer questions, provide timelines for completion
Must have (or obtain within 6 months of employment) and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements
Maintains daily labor and equipment records
Installs snow fence
Performs traffic control activities
Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned
Assists other district patrol workers with their district
Assists other departments as needed
Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned