Transportation Worker
4 days ago
Tampa
Job Description Job Overview Performs work to construct, maintain, and repair roads, road shoulders, county owned rights-of-way, easements, bridges, storm water drainage systems and other related county assets using various types of power and hand tools, light to heavy construction equipment, and light to heavy vehicles, to provide a safe environment for vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Salary Min $35,568.00 annually Mid $44,460.00 annually Benefits Click HERE to view our Benefits at a glance • Generous PTO & Holiday Plan, • Health Plans, • Health Savings Account, • Dental & Vision Plans, • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, • Tuition Reimbursement, • Cafeteria Benefit, • Life Insurance, • Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance Core Competencies • Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service., • Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve., • Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations., • Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals. Duties and Responsibilities Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below: • Assists with the construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, road shoulders, county owned rights-of-way, easements, bridges, storm water drainage systems and other related county assets in accordance with Florida Department of Transportation standards, American Public Works Association best management practices, county guidelines and other state and federal regulations and guidelines., • Mows grassy areas along roadways, easements, rights-of-way and in medians, to include removing debris, in accordance with standard operating procedures to maintain a safe and efficient environment for vehicle and pedestrian traffic., • Cuts brush, weeds, and assists in trimming low hanging tree limbs or removing trees along roadways and in county owned rights-of-way to include root pruning, stump removal, and brush chipping to maintain safe clearance standards, provide safe recovery zones and remove line of sight obstructions., • Performs semi-skilled routine work assignments, under the direction of a lead worker, associated with: patching road surfaces; stabilizing road shoulders; resurfacing segments of roads; repairing or installing fences and guardrails; repairing and maintaining bridges; cleaning and reshaping drainage ditches; installing or replacing drain pipes; constructing segments of roads; repairing and maintaining storm water drainage systems, including pipe slip-liner installation and end wall, inlet and manhole repair; and maintaining other related transportation assets to maintain them in a good and safe operational condition., • Operates light automotive vehicles and construction equipment such as flatbed trucks, walk behind road-rollers, vans, special designed vehicle servicing trucks, power lift equipment, and pickup trucks to construct, maintain and repair roads, bridges, and other related county assets., • Operates small motorized equipment such as lawn mowers, chain saws, edger, trimmers, weed eaters, air compressors, jack hammers, mixers, pumping equipment and other similar equipment; and uses various hand tools to construct, maintain, and repair roads, bridges, and other related county assets., • Performs basic masonry, block and concrete work on bridges, roads, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and other related assets to construct or restore them to specified service levels., • Cleans and performs operator inspection, servicing, preventative maintenance and simple repairs to equipment used, and ensures that periodic maintenance and major repairs are identified and scheduled to ensure proper operation and prolong service life., • Performs daily safety inspections and observes proper safety practices and regulations when operating or working around equipment., • Sets flags, barricades and other traffic control devices and controls the flow of traffic through and around work sites to provide a safe environment for workers and the public under the direction of a more senior person., • May be required to provide operational support during periods of local, state and national emergencies due to man-made and natural disasters., • Performs other related duties as required. Duties and Responsibilities Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below: • Assists with the construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, road shoulders, county owned rights-of-way, easements, bridges, storm water drainage systems and other related county assets in accordance with Florida Department of Transportation standards, American Public Works Association best management practices, county guidelines and other state and federal regulations and guidelines., • Mows grassy areas along roadways, easements, rights-of-way and in medians, to include removing debris, in accordance with standard operating procedures to maintain a safe and efficient environment for vehicle and pedestrian traffic., • Cuts brush, weeds, and assists in trimming low hanging tree limbs or removing trees along roadways and in county owned rights-of-way to include root pruning, stump removal, and brush chipping to maintain safe clearance standards, provide safe recovery zones and remove line-of-sight obstructions., • Performs semi-skilled to skilled work assignments, under the direction of a lead worker, associated with: patching road surfaces; stabilizing road shoulders; resurfacing of roads; repairing or installing fences and guardrails; repairing and maintaining bridges; cleaning and reshaping drainage ditches; installing or replacing drain pipes; constructing segments of roads; repairing and maintaining storm water drainage systems, including pipe, slip-liner installation and end wall, inlet and manhole repair; and maintaining other related transportation assets to maintain them in a good and safe operational condition., • Operates light to medium automotive vehicles and construction equipment such as specialized road patching / paving equipment, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, loaders, street sweepers, tractor with lowboy trailer, rollers, skid loaders, dump trucks up to eighteen yard capacity, flatbed trucks, slope mowers, walk behind compactor or road-rollers, and farm type tractors with attached mowing decks., • Operates mowing equipment and mowing decks, vans, specially designed vehicle servicing trucks, power lift equipment and pickup trucks to construct, maintain and repair roads, bridges, and other related county assets., • Operates small motorized equipment such as stump grinders, concrete grinders, lawn mowers, chain saws, edger, trimmers, weed eaters, air compressors, jack hammers, mixers, pumping equipment and other similar equipment; and uses various hand tools to construct, maintain, and repair roads, bridges, and other related county assets., • Performs semi-skilled masonry, block and concrete work on bridges, roads, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and other related assets to construct or restore them to specified service levels., • Cleans and performs operator inspection, servicing, preventive maintenance and simple repairs to equipment used and ensures that periodic maintenance and major repairs are identified and scheduled to ensure proper operation and prolong service life., • Performs daily safety inspections and observes proper safety practices and regulations when operating or working around equipment., • Sets up traffic control in accordance with Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) guidelines and establishes and maintains work zone safety to maintain a safe work environment., • Sets flags, barricades and other traffic control devices and controls the flow of traffic through and around work sites to provide a safe environment for workers and the public., • Trains and provides guidance to employees in lower level jobs., • Assumes lead worker responsibilities, when so designated, in the absence of the lead worker., • May be required to provide operational support during periods of local, state and national emergencies due to man-made and natural disasters., • Performs other related duties as required. Duties and Responsibilities Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below: • Functions as a lead worker in the construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, road shoulders, county owned rights-of-way, easements, bridges, storm water drainage systems and other related county assets in accordance with Florida Department of Transportation standards, American Public Works Association best management practices, county guidelines and other state and federal regulations and guidelines., • Oversees and performs mowing operations of grassy areas along roadways, easements, rights-of-way and in medians, to include removing debris, in accordance with standard operating procedures to maintain a safe and efficient environment for vehicle and pedestrian traffic., • Oversees and participates in the cutting of brush, weeds, low hanging tree limbs or the removal of trees along roadways and in county owned rights-of-way to include root pruning, stump removal, and brush chipping to maintain safe clearance standards, provide safe recovery zones and remove line-of-sight obstructions., • Oversees and participates in the construction and maintenance of transportation assets including patching road surfaces; stabilizing road shoulders; resurfacing segments of roads; repairing or installing fences and guardrails; repairing and maintaining bridges, cleaning and reshaping drainage ditches; installing or replacing drain pipes; constructing segments of roads; repairing and maintaining storm water drainage systems, including pipe slip-liner installation and end wall, inlet and manhole repair; and maintaining other related transportation assets to maintain them in a good and safe operational condition., • Operates light to heavy vehicles and more complex construction equipment such as walking excavators, track excavators, jet vacuum equipment, high elevation bucket tree trimming equipment, asphalt spreaders, specialized road patching / paving equipment, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, loaders, street sweepers, tractor with lowboy trailer, rollers, skid loaders, dump trucks up to eighteen yard capacity or more, flatbed trucks, slope mowers, farm type tractors with attached mowing decks or other attachments, vans, specially designed vehicle servicing trucks, power lift equipment and pickup trucks to construct, maintain and repair roads, bridges, and other related county assets., • Operates small motorized equipment such as stump grinders, concrete grinders, lawn mowers, chain saws, edger, trimmers, weed eaters, air compressors, jack hammers, mixers, pumping equipment and other similar equipment; and uses various hand tools to construct, maintain, and repair roads, bridges, and other related county assets., • Performs semiskilled or more complex skilled masonry, block and concrete work on bridges, roads, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and other related assets to construct or restore them to specified service levels., • Cleans and performs operator inspection, servicing, preventive maintenance and simple repairs to equipment used, and ensures that periodic maintenance and major repairs are identified and scheduled to ensure proper operation and prolong service life., • Performs daily safety inspections and observes proper safety practices and regulations when operating or working around equipment., • Oversees and sets up traffic control in accordance with Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) guidelines and establishes and maintains work zone safety to maintain a safe work environment. Oversees the setting of flags, barricades and other traffic control devices and controls the flow of traffic through and around work sites to provide a safe environment for workers and the public., • Enforces the use of safety equipment and safety practices at job sites and the proper use and maintenance of the equipment., • Trains and provides guidance to employees in lower level jobs., • Completes daily, weekly and monthly activity reports in writing and provides input to performance evaluations using appropriate computer software., • Assumes Senior Crew Leader responsibilities, when so designated, in the absence of the Senior Crew Leader., • May be required to provide operational support during periods of local, state, and national emergencies due to man-made and natural disasters., • Performs other related duties as required. Job Specifications • Knowledge of the operation, use, and safety practices of automotive vehicles and farm equipment to include flatbed trucks, vans, pickup trucks, edger, lawn mowers, cement mixers, compressors and other similar equipment., • Knowledge of traffic laws, regulations, and safety practices applicable to the operation of motorized vehicles on public streets and highways., • Knowledge of procedures and techniques used to perform semi-skilled routine construction, maintenance and repair work of roads, bridges, storm water drainage systems and other related assets., • Knowledge of Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Chapter 6; for safe work zones., • Skill in the use of various tools and equipment used to construct, maintain, and repair roads, bridges, storm water drainage systems and other related assets., • Ability to service and make minor repairs and adjustments to vehicles and equipment operated., • Ability to closely follow oral and written instructions., • Ability to work effectively with others., • Ability to read and understand job related material., • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing., • Ability to safely operate motorized vehicles and light construction equipment. Job Specifications • Knowledge, skills and abilities of the Transportation Worker, plus:, • Knowledge of the operation, use, and safety practices of automotive vehicles and construction equipment to include specialized road patching / paving equipment, bulldozers, graders, backhoes, loaders, street sweepers, tractor with lowboy trailer, rollers, skid loaders, dump trucks, flatbed trucks, vans, pickup trucks, farm type tractors used in large scale mowing operations, slope mowers, edger, lawn mowers, cement mixers, compressors, concrete grinders and other similar equipment., • Knowledge of traffic laws, regulations, and safety practices applicable to the operation of motorized vehicles on public streets and highways., • Knowledge of procedures and techniques used to perform semi-skilled construction, maintenance and repair work of roads, bridges, storm water drainage systems, and other related assets., • Knowledge of Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Chapter 6; for safe work zones., • Skill in the use of various tools and equipment used to construct, maintain, and repair roads, bridges, storm water drainage systems, and other related assets., • Ability to service and make minor repairs and adjustments to vehicles and equipment operated., • Ability to closely follow oral and written instructions., • Ability to work effectively with others., • Ability to read and understand job related material., • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing., • Ability to safely operate motorized vehicles and construction equipment., • Ability to train others. Job Specifications • Knowledge, skills and abilities of the Transportation Worker and Advanced Transportation Worker, plus:, • Knowledge of the operation, use, and safety aspects of light to heavy and more complex construction equipment, automotive vehicles, motorized equipment and hand tools used to construct and maintain roads, bridges, storm water drainage systems and other transportation assets., • Knowledge of traffic laws, regulations, and safety practices applicable to the operation of motorized vehicles on public streets and highways., • Knowledge of procedures and techniques used to perform skilled construction, maintenance and repair work of roads, bridges, storm water drainage systems, and other related assets., • Knowledge in the safety requirements for performing the representative duties and activities of the position, • Knowledge of Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Chapter 6; for safe work zones., • Skill in the use of various tools and equipment used to construct, maintain, and repair roads, bridges, storm water drainage systems, and other related assets., • Ability to service and make minor repairs and adjustments to vehicles and equipment operated., • Ability to closely follow oral and written instructions., • Ability to work effectively with others., • Ability to read and understand job related material., • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing., • Ability to use a computer and related software., • Ability to safely operate motorized vehicles and more complex construction equipment., • Ability to train others. Physical Requirements • Lift and carry a minimum of five (5) pounds and greater with an average of forty-five (45) pounds with occasional lifting to approximately ninety (90) pounds over uneven, rough terrain., • Perform tasks that require eye and hand coordination., • Bend, climb, stoop, kneel or crouch at ground levels and to stand for long periods of time., • Work outside in a subtropical climate under adverse weather and working conditions (i.e.: sun, rain, cold, swamp, ditches, dirt and hot asphalt) and high noise levels. Work Category • Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Requirements • Lift and carry a minimum of five (5) pounds and greater with an average of forty-five (45) pounds with occasional lifting to approximately ninety (90) pounds over uneven, rough terrain., • Perform tasks that require eye and hand coordination., • Bend, climb, stoop, kneel or crouch at ground levels and to stand for long periods of time., • Work outside in a subtropical climate under adverse weather and working conditions (i.e.: sun, rain, cold, swamp, ditches, dirt and hot asphalt) and high noise levels. Work Category • Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Requirements • Lift and carry a minimum of five (5) pounds and greater with an average of forty-five (45) pounds with occasional lifting to approximately ninety (90) pounds over uneven, rough terrain., • Perform tasks that require eye and hand coordination., • Bend, climb, stoop, kneel or crouch at ground levels and to stand for long periods of time., • Work outside in a subtropical climate under adverse weather and working conditions (i.e.: sun, rain, cold, swamp, ditches, dirt and hot asphalt) and high noise levels. Work Category • Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Minimum Qualifications Required • Completion of the tenth grade; AND, • Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License. Special Probationary Note In order to complete initial probation successfully employees in this classification are required to obtain the following certifications; • Basic Maintenance of Traffic (MOT); AND, • First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); AND, • Certified proficient in the following construction/ transportation equipment based on location of work:, • ALL LOCATIONS: Chainsaw, Pole Saw, Stump Grinder, Woodchipper, Concrete Cutter and Street Saw., • COUNTYWIDE: Same as "all locations" above and Sweeper/Trailer Broom., • MAINTENANCE UNITS: Same as "all locations" above and Z-Turn Mower. (DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all skills and proficiencies, associated with the Tier-1. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the list based on assignments, changing needs and technologies.) Minimum Qualifications Required • Completion of the tenth grade; AND, • Three years of experience performing construction or maintenance duties in one of the following areas: roads, rights-of-way, bridges or storm water drainage systems; AND, • Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License; AND, • Possession of a valid Class B, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement; AND, • Possession of an Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic Certificate; AND, • Certified proficient in the following construction/transportation equipment based on location of work:, • ALL LOCATIONS: Forklift, Backhoe, Skid Steer/Bobcat, Slope Mower, Gradall Bucket, Gradall Grapple, Patch Truck, Pay Loader, Concrete/Mortar/Cement Mixer, Dirt Separator, 12-yard dump truck, 20-yard dump truck and Flatbed., • COUNTYWIDE: Same as "all locations" above and Plate Compactor/Air Compressor, Bulldozer, Rollers-Double Drum/Traffic Rubber Tire, Paver (Grade Controls), Water Truck, Asphalt Distributor, Sandblaster, Auger and Track Excavator <35'., • MAINTENANCE UNITS: Same as "all locations" above and Concrete Grinder, Lightning Loader, Buzz Bar and Mowing Tractors w/decks. (DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all skills and proficiencies, associated with the Tier-2. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the list based on assignments, changing needs and technologies.) Additional Requirements for Some Positions • Specific endorsements to the Commercial Driver's License (CDL), • First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, • Pesticide Applicator Certification with specific endorsements. Special Probationary Note - applicants that meet the education, experience, driver's license and CDL requirements may be hired in at this Tier but must obtain certification of the construction/ transportation equipment listed above during their probationary period in order to successfully complete probation. Minimum Qualifications Required • Completion of the tenth grade; AND, • Five years of experience performing construction or maintenance duties in one of the following areas: roads, rights-of-way, bridges, or storm water drainage systems; AND, • Possession of a valid Class A, Commercial Driver's License (CDL); AND, • Possession of an Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic Certification; AND, • Certified proficient in the following construction/ transportation equipment based on location of work:, • ALL LOCATIONS: Jet Vac, Motor Grader, Finishing ability will all construction equipment, Menzi, Long Reach Track Excavator, Bucket Truck Certification, Transport/Tractor Trailer, and Gradall Bucket and Grapple proficiency., • COUNTYWIDE: Same as "all locations" above and Paver Operator, Articulating Boom Lift and Shoring Systems., • MAINTENANCE UNITS: Same as "all locations" above and Concrete Truck. (DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all skills and proficiencies, associated with the Tier-3. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the list based on assignments, changing needs and technologies.) Additional Requirements for Some Positions • Possession of a valid Class A, Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with specific endorsements;, • First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification;, • Pesticide Applicator Certification with specific endorsements. Special Probationary Note - applicants that meet the education, experience, driver's license and CDL requirements may be hired in at this Tier but must obtain certification of the construction/ transportation equipment listed above during their probationary period in order to successfully complete probation. Emergency Management Responsibilities In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee's department, the County's Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster. Career Progression Employees in this broadband classification that acquire the competencies and minimum qualifications for the next tier will automatically advance to the new tier upon submission of appropriate documentation of qualifications. Additionally, employees in tier 1 trainee positions will be required to complete their initial probationary period successfully in order to advance to the next tier.
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