What are the responsibilities and job description for the Highway Crew/Bridge Tender Eligibility position at COUNTY OF BROWN?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: The Highway Crew member performs skilled and
semi-skilled manual labor in the construction, repair, and maintenance
of roads, bridges, and highway infrastructure. Work includes operating
heavy equipment, performing snow removal, and maintaining right-of-way
areas. Duties require physical endurance and the ability to work in
diverse weather conditions, including emergency call-outs. The
department is also looking for a Bridge Tender, responsible for the safe
and efficient operations of the draw bridges over the Fox River in Brown
County. This position would also assist with snow removal. Essential
Duties Roadway and Bridge Maintenance Operates heavy-duty snowplow
trucks, loaders, motor graders, and equipment for snow and ice removal
on state, county, town roads, and urban streets. Performs bridge and
road repair, including grinding, welding, patching, tar application, air
hammer concrete removal, and concrete finishing. Conducts asphalt paving
operations including use of paving equipment (paver, roller) and manual
asphalt work. Construction Equipment Operation Operates dump trucks to
haul materials such as gravel, asphalt, stone, and soils. Uses heavy
construction equipment such as excavators, backhoes, motor graders,
front-end loaders, scrapers, and tractors during roadway construction
and grading. Vegetation and Debris Management Clears brush and trees;
removes trash, debris, and rocks; cuts grass and weeds; sprays weeds and
other vegetation for growth control; and cleans drainage culverts.
Traffic Control and Safety Sets up traffic control signage in work
zones. Flags traffic in construction and paving zones to ensure crew and
public safety. Non-Essential Duties Performs routine yard and facility
maintenance. Assists with emergency response tasks as needed. Performs
related duties as assigned. Physical Demands Ability to lift objects up
to 75 lbs., with frequent carrying of 50 lbs. Regular standing, walking,
sitting, driving, and equipment operation. Frequent bending, crouching,
and walking on uneven terrain; occasional twisting, climbing, and
reaching. Ability to use hands and feet for pushing/pulling, fine
manipulation, and operating controls. Must tolerate exposure to: Weather
extremes (heat, cold, rain, snow) Loud noises and vibrations Dust,
fumes, and other environmental hazards \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Working knowledge of highway grading, excavation,
paving, and concrete practices. Familiarity with snowplowing techniques
using dump trucks and/or motor graders. Ability to operate a wide range
of heavy construction and farm equipment. Knowledge of road construction
materials (gravel, asphalt, sand, concrete). Ability to plow snow and
work extended shifts during snow events (16 hours). Basic mechanical
skills for making field adjustments or minor equipment repairs.
Proficiency in welding is a plus. Ability to respond to emergency
call-ins promptly. Strong communication skills and the ability to work
effectively in a team environment. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
semi-skilled manual labor in the construction, repair, and maintenance
of roads, bridges, and highway infrastructure. Work includes operating
heavy equipment, performing snow removal, and maintaining right-of-way
areas. Duties require physical endurance and the ability to work in
diverse weather conditions, including emergency call-outs. The
department is also looking for a Bridge Tender, responsible for the safe
and efficient operations of the draw bridges over the Fox River in Brown
County. This position would also assist with snow removal. Essential
Duties Roadway and Bridge Maintenance Operates heavy-duty snowplow
trucks, loaders, motor graders, and equipment for snow and ice removal
on state, county, town roads, and urban streets. Performs bridge and
road repair, including grinding, welding, patching, tar application, air
hammer concrete removal, and concrete finishing. Conducts asphalt paving
operations including use of paving equipment (paver, roller) and manual
asphalt work. Construction Equipment Operation Operates dump trucks to
haul materials such as gravel, asphalt, stone, and soils. Uses heavy
construction equipment such as excavators, backhoes, motor graders,
front-end loaders, scrapers, and tractors during roadway construction
and grading. Vegetation and Debris Management Clears brush and trees;
removes trash, debris, and rocks; cuts grass and weeds; sprays weeds and
other vegetation for growth control; and cleans drainage culverts.
Traffic Control and Safety Sets up traffic control signage in work
zones. Flags traffic in construction and paving zones to ensure crew and
public safety. Non-Essential Duties Performs routine yard and facility
maintenance. Assists with emergency response tasks as needed. Performs
related duties as assigned. Physical Demands Ability to lift objects up
to 75 lbs., with frequent carrying of 50 lbs. Regular standing, walking,
sitting, driving, and equipment operation. Frequent bending, crouching,
and walking on uneven terrain; occasional twisting, climbing, and
reaching. Ability to use hands and feet for pushing/pulling, fine
manipulation, and operating controls. Must tolerate exposure to: Weather
extremes (heat, cold, rain, snow) Loud noises and vibrations Dust,
fumes, and other environmental hazards \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Working knowledge of highway grading, excavation,
paving, and concrete practices. Familiarity with snowplowing techniques
using dump trucks and/or motor graders. Ability to operate a wide range
of heavy construction and farm equipment. Knowledge of road construction
materials (gravel, asphalt, sand, concrete). Ability to plow snow and
work extended shifts during snow events (16 hours). Basic mechanical
skills for making field adjustments or minor equipment repairs.
Proficiency in welding is a plus. Ability to respond to emergency
call-ins promptly. Strong communication skills and the ability to work
effectively in a team environment. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/browncounty
