What are the responsibilities and job description for the Township Roadmaster position at Jackson Township?
Job Summary
The Township Roadmaster is a fulltime hands-on supervisory position responsible for directing all road department operations, maintenance and municipal infrastructure work. The role includes overseeing staff, managing township vehicles and equipment, performing road and stormwater system repairs, and coordinating with state and county agencies on permits, reporting and public works projects. Candidate should have at least five (5) years supervisory roadwork experience, CDL preferred, pass required screenings, and meet all physical and safety qualifications necessary for year-round outdoor labor and emergency response.
Duties
- Operate dozers, graders, loaders, backhoes, front loader trucks, and dump trucks for road construction, paving, highway maintenance, and other civil infrastructure projects.
- Perform equipment checks and routine repairs using hand tools and power tools; apply mechanical knowledge and welding skills as needed.
- Support construction activities, including utility locating, manual handling, and heavy lifting.
- Set up and maintain traffic control for work zones, follow safety protocols, and comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations when driving commercial trucks.
- Work outdoors at construction sites and assist with roadway maintenance and project tasks.
Requirements
- Experience in road construction, highway maintenance, or construction projects in a civil infrastructure role; construction site and outdoor work experience are valuable.
- Demonstrated heavy equipment operation skills, including dozer, grader, loader, backhoe, front loader truck, and dump truck operation.
- Commercial truck driving experience and knowledge of applicable FMCSA regulations.
- Ability to perform manual handling and heavy lifting, use hand and power tools, and follow safety procedures.
- Mechanical knowledge is required.
Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Prescription drug insurance
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000