Utility Worker II - Public Works - Bureau of Highways/Mayfield

Howard County Government•Elkridge, MD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a semiskilled position that provides both manual labor and equipment operation support to accomplish the organizations objectives. Work includes performing assignments involving the use of a variety of tools. This class is differentiated from the Utility I level by the complexity of duties assigned and greater independence of action. Work is performed with general supervision from a crew leader or supervisor. Assignments are stable in nature and are carried out in accordance with instructions and established routines. Please note that this position falls within a collective bargaining unit and is represented by AFSCME Local 3085, Local 3888, or Local 1810.

Requirements

Any combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform semi-skilled manual work
One (1) year of experience in general laboring or public works maintenance and construction activities which included the use of small hand and power tools.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, memos, and to read a road map.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Possession of a valid Maryland Class "C" driver's license with the ability to obtain a Class "B" commercial driver's license (CDL).
All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the methods and techniques of operating and caring for hand and power tools and the ability to learn the operation of such tools.
Knowledge of standard practices of operations.
Ability to learn safe and correct work procedures.
Ability to perform heavy labor for prolonged periods of time, often under adverse weather conditions.
Ability to work overtime under emergency conditions or as circumstances warrant.
Ability to maintain effective relationships with the public and coworkers.
Possession of a valid Maryland approved flagger program card may be required, depending upon work assignment, and must be obtained within Department time frames and maintained during tenure of employment.
Confined space training certification may also be required, when required by work assignment.

Responsibilities

Works and cooperates with co-workers and supervisors at all levels.
Learns and performs all essential job functions accurately.
Operates a variety of equipment such as a spreader box; rollers; sweepers; hoses; cement mixers; forklifts; light tractor with sweeping and moving attachments, and compactors in highway maintenance work; and other laboring activities as required.
Performs routine maintenance on power equipment including lubrication, cleaning, and sharpening.
Uses scythes, lawn mower and other equipment to cut grass and weeds; uses chain saw and other tools to remove tree limbs, trees and debris.
Lays brick in the construction of drainage boxes; builds elementary forms and guides for grading and masonry operations; installs such forms.
Operates tailgate to regulate stone flow over tarred surfaces; uses air hammer to break paved surfaces; spreads concrete.
Performs preventive maintenance on some equipment by changing oil and oil filters; checking battery water, transmission, brake and steering fluid levels; lubrication; charging batteries; cleaning engine parts; and changing tires and windshield wipers.
Installs traffic and street signs.
Assists in traffic signal maintenance operations.
May be required to deal directly with the public at the work site.
May perform duties of Utility Worker I.
May on occasion operate paint spray equipment and highway striping equipment.
May on occasion utilize light duty vehicles for plowing snow and material application.
Sets up work zone traffic control.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
This position is considered emergency essential, and as such, the incumbent may be required to report for regular work shift during inclement weather, or when an emergency situation arises.