Road Maintenance Operator

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COMPENSATION &BENEFITS:
0-3% Merit upon successful completion of the probationary period and 0-3% annual merit increases thereafter based upon evaluation score.
Benefits include:

• No Nevada state income tax . Did you know that Nevada is one of the states in the US that does not have a state income tax? This means that if you live or work in Nevada, you get to keep more of your hard-earned money. This is a significant advantage that makes Nevada stand out from other states.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employee Retirement System is (PERS), 33.5% employer-paid. This sets us apart from other employers. Employees do not contribute to FICA and the County exclusively contributes 100% to your retirement account.
• Vacation: Accrued at the rate of 4.6154 hours per pay period, or 120 hours per year (increase with years of service).
• Sick Leave: Earned at the rate of 3.6923 hours per pay period, or 96 hours per year.
• Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year.
• Health Insurance: County provides medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents with co-payment by employee dependent and/or family status.
• Deferred Compensation: the County has a voluntary deferred compensation program.
• Recognition Programs
• Annual Gym Membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Stable, friendly/family environment. We have a strong commitment to culture and values and fosters internal talent with training/educational programs and encourages career advancement.
• Douglas County is a drug, alcohol and smoke-free workplace .

Description Please note that one of the requirements for this position is having a current Class A Driver's License .

Responsible for performing skilled and semi-skilled tasks related to the maintenance and construction work on County highways, roads, secondary roads, auxiliary structures, and right-of-ways.

• Operates a variety of trucks and heavy equipment to construct, repair and maintain roads, properties and structures; hauls materials, and transports vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks and transporters; clears County roadways of snow and applies sand, as necessary.
• Performs traffic control activities, as needed, and observes roadway courtesies; follows safety regulations on all work zone and flagging sites, including placing barricades and cones; reports safety hazards and traffic problems; performs tasks in the interest of public safety and property protection during emergencies.
• Repairs roadway surface failures and potholes; seals cracks in pavement, maintains secondary roads and shoulders, and grades; waters and rolls gravel; sweeps and cleans roads as necessary; transports materials to work site and completes required daily logs and reports.
• Maintains drainage systems, including flow lines, curb and gutter, drop inlets, and culverts; installs culverts at proper elevation to ensure efficient flow of water in all drainage appurtenances; clears and removes litter/weeds from roadside drainage.
• Inspects, cleans, and performs routine maintenance work on all road-utilized equipment; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Ensures that safety rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the work zone and all equipment are in safe operating condition.
• Performs routine pavement markings, painting, and maintenance; performs maintenance on road signage; performs manual labor assignments as needed.
• Inspects, cleans, and performs routine maintenance on road equipment, hand, and power tools; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Maintains records of work performed and materials used.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma/GED; AND two (2) years of general public works maintenance experience (could be considered general road construction); OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Use and minor maintenance of commonly used hand and power equipment/tools.
• Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
• Shop mathematics.
• Basic record keeping practices.
• Methods and materials used in above-ground and underground facilities maintenance and repair work.
• Methods and practices of pavement maintenance and repair.
• Operation and capability of various vehicles and construction equipment.
• Techniques of cement construction, pouring and finishing.
• Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.

Skill in:

• Safely using and maintaining hand and power tools related to the work.
• Performing general maintenance work, individually or as a member of a crew, in various areas.
• Safely operating construction vehicles.
• Making accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Reading and interpreting plans, maps and instructions.
• Understanding and following oral and written directions.
• Preparing basic records and reports of work performed.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Using welding, cutting torches and other related fabrication tools.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Current Class A Driver's License.
• Tanker endorsement within six (6) months of date of employment.
• Flagging and Work Zone Safety certifications within six (6) months of date of employment.
• OSHA 10 Certification within six (6) months of date of employment.
• May require ATSSA certification within 6 months of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Strength and mobility to work in a typical field or shop maintenance setting, including operating hand and power tools; stamina to perform sustained physical labor, including standing, walking, climbing and working in confined or awkward spaces; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone.

Work is subject to exposure to extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, electrical currents, gases, noise, dust and noxious odors.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening.
• Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.

This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.