Road Maintenance Operator II

Taos County, NM
Taos, New Mexico
Full Time

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JOB TITLE: Road Maintenance Operator II SALARY: $22.31

DEPARTMENT: Public Works POSITION STATUS: FULL-TIME

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt UNION ELIGIBILITY: Eligible

I. POSITION FUNCTION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Road Foreman and Public Works Director, the Road Maintenance Operator II performs journey level skilled tasks in the operation and maintenance of light to heavy duty equipment as needed to construct, maintain, or repair county traffic control devices, roads, bridges, culverts, and flood channels.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following statements are essential functions of this position and not intended to be all-inclusive; rather, they are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the employee, and an employee may be directed to perform other reasonably related job duties and responsibilities. The incumbent will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties reasonably requested by their supervisor. Taos County reserves the right to revise or change the job duties and responsibilities as the need arises, based on business need, and this Job Description may be updated accordingly. This Job Description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Public Works Duties & Responsibilities

The list of duties in this job description are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Operates specialized heavy equipment such as road grader, dozer, and medium equipment such as backhoe, front-end loader, belly-dump, water truck, roller, transports, salt spreader, dump truck, "brush hog weed cutter" and other similar equipment in the maintenance, construction, and repair of county road system, i.e., culverts, bridges, etc.
Clears flood control channels to prevent blockage and clears culverts of debris.
Repairs potholes, using specialized equipment, highway shoulders, lays road cover and gravel.
Responsible for properly identifying underground utility lines or infrastructure (calling 811 "call before you dig") prior to digging and/or excavating and/or placement of any signage.
Operates trucks, dump trucks, snowplow, and salt spreader in hauling, plowing, and cleaning streets and highways.
Repairs and replaces highway markers and road signs; operates mower to clear and manage weed growth; controls tree growth in the right-of-ways; operates dozer as needed to control fires by pushing fire breaks; operates chain saw to perform bush and tree trimming.
Follows signing programs in compliance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and other applicable standards; erects construction and work zone signing, i.e., barricades, flashing lights, etc.; as a crew member, installs and maintains various road signs.
Checks and services assigned equipment; performs routine maintenance and emergency repairs; reports mechanical problems to the shop for repair; operates a variety of hand and power tools in performing general maintenance of vehicles and equipment; may assist in the fabrication of equipment parts.
May serve as lead worker on a limited basis over an assigned crew for the completion of an assigned project such as repairing a street or maintaining a flood control channel.
Performs snow removal as needed.
May train and instruct less skilled employees in the proper operation and general maintenance of heavy and medium sized equipment.
Performs duties with due regard for personal safety, that of other employees and the public; may assist in training less experienced operators in proper safety practices; performs as a flagger when assigned to assure safety while working on highways.
Performs general maintenance duties such as fence mending, yard upkeep, power washing and equipment cleaning, etc.; may perform basic welding and light mechanic work.
Performs other duties (including general labor) as required.

General Duties and Responsibilities

Works collaboratively, cooperatively, and in coordination with fellow team members and with others in the organization, treats them with respect, courtesy, and consideration, and shows understanding and the appropriate support of other team members to help get the job done.
Provides assistance, information, guidance, and resources to diverse groups of customers, clients, and others outside of the organization; treats them in a friendly manner with professionalism, helpfulness, respect, courtesy, and consideration at all times regardless of circumstances.
Maintains regular, dependable attendance and punctuality, and physical or virtual presence as may be required at the assigned worksite; must interact directly with people at the worksite on a regular basis.
Complies with and actively supports all applicable workplace environmental health and safety policies, work rules, and practices, giving maximum effort to performing job functions in a manner that protects the health and safety of the employee, co-workers, and the general public.
The incumbent in this position may have access to sensitive and proprietary organization data, personal client/customer data, personal employee data, and/or other sensitive information, and an essential job duty is the maintenance of strict confidentiality of such information in accordance with Taos County policy, and federal/state/local laws and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, FACTA, etc.).
Performs other duties as assigned and which are deemed necessary or desirable by Taos County.

III. CORE TAOS COUNTY VALUES, BEHAVIORS, & COMPETENCIES:

As a requirement of their employment, all Taos County employees are expected and required to support and demonstrate Taos County's core values and behaviors, and to perform the essential functions and elements of this position competently. Employees are expected to demonstrate these values and behaviors through their behavior and performance throughout the course of the introductory period of employment and continuing throughout employment with Taos County. The values, behaviors, and competencies that need to be demonstrated by all Taos County employees include but are not limited to:

Quality/Compliance: Achieving a standard of excellence with our work processes and outcomes, honoring Taos County policies and all regulatory requirements.
Customer/Client focus: Striving for high external and internal customer/client satisfaction, going out of our way to be helpful and pleasant, making it as easy as possible on the customer/client, rather than on self, department, or organization.
Clear Communication: Expresses oneself clearly and effectively when speaking and writing to individuals and groups; listens attentively and ensures all parties involved understand communication; responds in a timely manner using appropriate communication methods.
Interpersonal Skills: Interacts effectively with others using discretion, empathy and self-regulation when working toward resolution of divergent interests; recognizes and appreciates the quirky or unusual traits of others.
Professional Expertise: Achieves a proficient level of ability or knowledge in job-related areas; continues to grow with the changing requirements of the job.
Adaptability: Adjusts to changing circumstances by altering attitudes and behaviors; displays resilience and flexibility in response to setbacks and stressful situations with energy and optimism.
Collegiality: Being helpful, respectful, approachable, and team oriented, building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Initiative: Takes action to influence events, generate ideas for improvement, takes advantage of opportunities, and does not wait to be told what to do next.
Efficiency and Continuous Improvement: Planning ahead, managing time well, being on time, being cost conscious, thinking of better ways to do things.
Coachability: Being receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement in personal and professional growth & development, performance, and productivity.
Team Player: able to work collaboratively with others in the organization, and to work well with diverse groups of people and gain and maintain the respect of others, both inside and outside Taos County.
Decision Making: Uses sound judgment to make good decisions based on information gathered and considers all pertinent facts and alternatives before deciding. Commits to decision.
Performance Standards: Sets and maintains high performance standards. Pays close attention to detail, accuracy and completeness and follows up on work outputs.
Problem-Solving: Analyzes problems by gathering and organizing all relevant information. Identifies cause and effect relationships and comes up with best solution.
Integrity: Shares complete and accurate information. Maintains confidentiality and meets own commitments and adheres to organizational policies and procedures.
Motivation: Displays energy and enthusiasm, commits additional effort, and maintains a high level of productivity and self-direction.

IV. POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

Fair Labor Standards Act Provisions:

This position is non-exempt under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is subject to the organization's policies and procedures pertaining to overtime hours.

Independence of Action; Supervision Received:

The Public Works Road Maintenance Operator II works under general supervision of the Road Foreman and Public Works Director. Employees work alone on routine work and checks with supervisor only when in doubt. Production generally precedes a check on quality control. Established methods and procedures are clearly established, and general instructions provided.

Supervision Exercised:

The Road Maintenance Operator II is responsible for own work and may have supervisory authority and responsibility over the Road Maintenance Operator I. The Road Foreman work includes overseeing the work of department employees by prioritizing projects, assigning work tasks, using equipment, maintaining records, monitoring work quality and work schedules, ensuring team safety, training employees, and providing performance feedback.

Coordination and Cooperation with Internal and External Parties:

Internal:

Responds to requests for information from the Road Foreman and Public Works Director; and works with other department staff on issues and special projects that may have a moderate impact on provision of Taos County's programs and services.

External:

Employee has a minimal amount of independent contact with external parties. Under the direction of the Public Works Director and/or the Road Foreman, may work with external vendors, applicants, agencies, and others to provide accurate services.

V. POSITION AUTHORITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

General:

Position has a low level of line responsibility and reasonable authority to make independent decisions over an assigned function. A person in this position regularly takes responsibility for a key operation or function due to their level of accountability.

Budgetary/Financial Authority and Accountability:

Position has low to no level of accountability for budgetary or financial decisions, and decisions will have a low level of impact on resource utilization within Taos County. Not responsible for impact on an operating budget for the Department.

Equipment/Asset/Material Authority & Accountability:

Position has a low level responsibility for equipment & other assets, materials, and supplies; proper utilization is required plus accountability for first-level maintenance may be required.

VI. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

As a requirement of their employment, all Taos County employees are expected and required to perform the essential functions and elements of this position competently, demonstrating adequate progress throughout the course of the training and introductory period of employment and continuing throughout employment with Taos County. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

Required:

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence).
Four (4) years of experience in operation and maintenance of medium and heavy sized equipment;
Considerable knowledge of hazards and safety precautions related to construction and equipment operation; traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations; construction methods and procedures typical to county service systems; equipment parts and basic preventive maintenance for the same.

Substitution:

An equivalent combination of education and experience or any additional education or professional training may substitute.

Language Requirements:

Required:

Ability to read and write English in order to understand and interpret written procedures and technical manuals. This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from vendors, contractors, supervisors, co-workers, residents, and city/county agencies.

Preferred:

Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)

Certification, Licenses and Registrations:

Must possess a valid "Class A" CDL or a "Class B" CDL with tanker endorsements and be able to obtain a "Class A" within 6 months. Testing will be performed to verify skills. After completion of CDL licensing, pay may be increased.
Must complete flagging certification.
Must pass ICC physical yearly and maintain medical certificate.

Training/Professional Development Requirements:

Must be able to pass a fit for duty and a drug test prior to employment.
Must successfully complete all Taos County-required safety and other training within required timeframes.
Must complete regular OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and ATSSA American Traffic Safety Services Association traffic control training.
Must successfully pass and maintain training certification in all state, Taos County, and/or other training requirements of the position and job assignment.
Must be capable of passing a pre-employment physical and drug test.
Additional training requirements for this position may be mandated by Taos County.
Must maintain a high level of customer service at all times.
May be required to complete light and heavy equipment certification and maintain throughout employment
Must be able to comply with applicable county and departmental policies and safety standards.

Tools and Equipment Used:

An employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in the safe use and maintenance of the following tools and equipment:

Standard office equipment, including desktop computer and standard MS-Office applications.
Must be able to operate an organization vehicle.
Wear PPE as required.
Operates specialized heavy equipment such as road grader, dozer, and medium equipment such as

backhoe, front-end loader, water truck belly dump, roller, tractor, and other similar equipment.

Other:

As a safety sensitive employee is subject to random drug testing.
Additional drug screening and background investigations may be required depending on the job assignment, regulatory or policy requirements, job transfer, or in accordance with Taos County's Drug-Free Workplace policy.
May be required, at times, to work abnormal hours, weekends, and Holidays.

VII. PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical and mental demands, and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Physical Effort and Demand:

Constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to be on feet.
Have constant need (66% to 100% of the time) to perform the following physical activities:
Bend/stoop/squat/kneel
Perform routine maintenance/repairs of roads, pick up tools and needed equipment.
Lifting/carrying (supplies, tools, ladders, etc.):
Over 150 lbs. - rare need (less than 1% of the time)
75-150 lbs. - occasional need (1% to 33% of the time)
25-75 lbs. - frequent need (33% to 66% of the time)
1 - 25 lbs. - constant need (66% to 100% of the time)

NOTE: Lifting and carrying of weights exceeding 50 lbs. is often accomplished with assistance from one or more persons.

Push, pull, or move equipment, open and close doors, etc.
Reach above shoulder perform routine maintenance/repairs, etc.
Climbs ladders & performs routine maintenance/repairs.
Grasp/grip/turning handles tools and equipment, perform routine maintenance/repairs.
Finger dexterity to handle tools and equipment properly and safely, and to perform routine maintenance/repairs.
Writing: inventory maintenance, requisition requests, required maintenance reports.

Visual Acuity, Hearing, Speaking, Manual Dexterity:

Must have visual acuity and manual dexterity to see small detail when performing routine maintenance duties, and to perform timely and accurate data entry.
Must have visual acuity and manual dexterity to perform maintenance using manual and power tools, climb ladders, and perform all essential function required of this position.
Must be able to document maintenance and complete forms, review manuals and operating instructions, read cautionary labels, respond to written instruction from staff and other internal customers. Constant need to see small detail when performing routine maintenance duties.
Must be able to make individual, small group, and large group safety and other presentations as required by position.
Must effectively communicate with assistants, office staff, vendors, and other clients/customers.
Must use listening skills to diagnose needed repairs, etc.

Mental Demand:

Effective performance requires continual thinking and attention to work/detail demanded by the essential functions of the job.
Must be able to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect pertinent data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and initiate appropriate course of action.
Must be able to work non-standard work hours as required to fulfill job responsibilities.

Environment/Working Conditions:

Works outdoors, in all weather conditions for extended periods.
There are many hazardous conditions that exist in the work environment. The work environment is sometimes unpleasant; negative physical factors exist.
Deal with sun, noise, humidity, cold, snow, rain, wind, dust, traffic, etc.
Occasional exposure to harmful fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals, etc.
Occasionally works in awkward and confining positions.
Moderate amount of negative psychological factors; these factors must be addressed and considered in the performance of duties and have minimal potential for a negative impact on job employees.

Driving/traveling needs:

Occasional need to travel for training and conferences both in and out of town.
Due to "on call" status, may occasionally require expedient travel to location at moment's notice utilizing personal transportation.

Safety-Sensitive Position Designation: