What are the responsibilities and job description for the Road Maintenance Crew Leader position at Johnson County Kansas?
Overview:
Vo-Tech certification/degree in Agricultural, Automotive or Construction Technology, or other related fields of study and one year of experience supervising, leading, or coordinating the work of others are preferred.
A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!
Job Description:
Are you seeking an employer to support your professional growth? Then you should join the Road and Bridge Maintenance team at Johnson County Public Works. Are awesome benefits and competitive wages also important to you? Johnson County has you covered! Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, long term and short term disability, retirement plans, and flex spending, as well as access to many discounts and services. Job duties are as follows:
- Independently performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks with indirect supervision in the completion of general road maintenance tasks, including tasks related to the construction, maintenance and repair of roads, rights of way and other County infrastructure; dumps, spreads and tamps asphalt to repair joints and patch broken pavement; cuts and prepares road surfaces for the repair of potholes and the sealing of roadway cracks; hauls and spreads sand, gravel and clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulder; removes litter and debris from roadways, including debris from flooding to ensure roadways are passable; performs roadside landscaping work, such as mowing, clearing weeds, cutting brush and trimming trees to maintain a clear recovery zone for motorists; installs erosion control materials to facilitate restoration of roadside vegetation; trains and mentors crew members on work techniques and methodologies; coordinates the daily activities and needs of the crew; communicates work plans and assigns tasks to the crew members; provides instruction on the use of equipment and labor techniques; reads and interprets complex plans and specifications; calculates the quantity of materials needed to complete the job; prepares and maintains records and reports; assists the Road Maintenance Crew Foreman in developing priorities; assists in daily, weekly, monthly and annual planning of crew activities and assists the Road Maintenance Foreman in monitoring the safety of the crew; communicates with the general public on issues in the absence of the Road Maintenance Crew Foreman; participates in job applicant interviews; attends coordination meetings; provides input to the Crew Foreman for annual reviews of the crew members.
- Performs various tasks requiring equipment, vehicle, and tool operation; performs pre-trip inspections of trucks and equipment; executes field maintenance activities required to operate the equipment; uses a variety of small and large tools and operates a variety of light, medium, and heavy duty road maintenance and construction equipment and attachments including: trucks, dump trucks, skid steer loader, water trucks, compact rollers, mini excavator, crane truck, power broom, snow removal equipment, oil distributors, tankers, low boy trailers, track loaders, excavators, asphalt paver, chip seal spreader, motor graders, and other heavy equipment; performs general maintenance of light, medium, and heavy duty equipment; performs minor repairs and adjustments on road maintenance and construction equipment.
- Performs a variety of activities during emergency response which may include sign repair, closing roads, addressing flood issues, and plowing and sanding activities for snow events.
A high school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience on construction projects such as roads and bridges are required. A Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement and an acceptable driving record are also required. This is a safety sensitive job requiring excessive standing and/or walking and exposure to extreme temperatures, heights, and loud noises. Position also requires lifting of 50 pounds and physical abilities including mobility, agility, strength, dexterity, balance, coordination, and/or endurance.
Vo-Tech certification/degree in Agricultural, Automotive or Construction Technology, or other related fields of study and one year of experience supervising, leading, or coordinating the work of others are preferred.
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