SEASONAL STREET MAINTENANCE OPERATOR

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Job Summary : This position is responsible for providing semi- and highly-skilled labor and equipment operation provide the public with safe, clean & well-maintained street, pedestrian and storm drainage systems for the convenience and safety of the public. The duration of this seasonal position is intended to be approximately May to August (however exact dates are flexible based on successful candidate's needs, school schedule, etc.).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform various tasks in the installation, repair, and maintenance of road systems, alleys, and public right-of-way; detects unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment and respond accordingly.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools - including hand shovels, rakes, jack hammers, dirt compactors – safely and efficiently to maintain gravel, asphalt and concrete streets and surfaces.
• Assist with set up and removal of traffic control devices; assists with street patching activities for both asphalt and concrete surfaces and street maintenance operations within safety guidelines appropriate for the equipment and activities assigned.
• Performs minor carpentry and concrete finishing activities to include building and setting forms, forming curb and gutter, setting walls, and flat work to meet the required specifications.
Conduct flagging activities to control the flow of traffic around active job sites, to maintain a safe work zone for crew members and warn the public of potential safety hazards.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must be at least 16 years of age.

Work Environment:

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and vibration.
• Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold and extreme heat.
• Occasion exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Regular use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
• Frequent standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawling.
• Occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, and detecting odors.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.