STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER
ST. CHARLES COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Starting Salary:
Street Maintenance Worker I - $37,967.747 - $47,164.89 per year.
Street Maintenance Worker II - $43,876.47 - $54,504.93 per year.
Street Maintenance Worker III - $47,167.20 - $58,592.80 per year
This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position which includes a full range of benefits including Paid Time Off, Extended Medical Leave, Holidays, Employee health, dental, life, disability, retirement and tuition assistance programs.
STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER I JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Performs a variety of manual tasks in the repair and construction of County streets, roads and bridges.
- Operates a dump truck, hauling black top, gravel, rock and other materials to the work place.
- Transports equipment and supplies to the work sites; performs light maintenance and repair tasks on vehicles and equipment.
- Performs manual labor including digging, cleaning ditches, shoveling and spreading sand, gravel and salt; cuts grass, weeds and brush; erects concrete forms, pours concrete walls, prepares bridge decks and footings; repairs asphalt roads by
patching holes, repairing sink spots and sealing cracks.
- Occasionally operates heavy equipment such as rollers, pavers, mowers, loaders and backhoes.
- May be asked to construct street and other specialty signs and install and maintain them on county streets and roads as required by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
- Installs traffic counter, takes traffic counts and makes reports.
- Maintains sign making and installation equipment and street striper.
- On-call 24 hours a day to provide traffic control assistance in emergencies such as traffic accidents or natural disasters.
- Operates snowplow and salt spreader as needed for snow removal.
- Performs other duties as assigned.STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER I REQUIREMENTS:
- Education
- Requires graduation from a general or technical high school or equivalent.
- Certifications
- Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
- A valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement required or must be able to obtain one within 30 days of appointment.
- Job Experience
- One to two years construction, equipment operation or related experience.
STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER II JOB DESCRIPTION: Operates County road equipment and various hand tools such as trucks, one ton dump truck, single and tandem axle dump trucks, tractors, patch rollers, distributors, snow plow, compactors, chain saw, jack hammers, air compressors, heat lances, rotary drills, vibratory screed, concrete saw, portable striper, portable miller, tar pot, lute, come-along, floats, sweepers, shovels, picks, axes, carpenter tools and mechanic’s tools.
- Maintains and repairs bridges and streets; patches potholes; removes, places and finishes concrete; rebuilds fences; paves roads; installs culverts, sewers and pipes; repairs curbs; and maintains and repairs storm sewers.
- Performs signal and sign maintenance.
- Hauls and transports materials and equipment to and from the job site.
- Cuts grass and trims vegetation along County roads. Replaces dirt and re-seeds areas after repair has been completed.
- Directs traffic around work sites.
- Cleans, maintains and repairs equipment and vehicles.
- Operates snow removal equipment and removes snow in the winter.
- Assists mechanics when needed.
- Answers the phone. Checks and replies to citizen complaints.
- Performs general custodial duties in maintenance facilities.
- Truck Driver/Laborer II may lead small crew on routine tasks.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER II REQUIREMENTS:
- Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certifications
- A valid class A commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement required.
- Job Experience
- 2-3 years experience in construction, equipment operation or related experience.
STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER III JOB DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this position is to operate a variety of County highway equipment for the purpose of maintaining and constructing County roads, bridges and storm drains; and operate a crew. The work is performed under the supervision of the Leadperson/Operator.
- Operates excavators, backhoes, aerial lifts, road graders, Bobcats, rollers, pavers, rubber tire loaders, sweeper, snowplows, dump trucks, and skid steer loaders for the purpose of maintaining and repairing County roads, bridges and drainage systems.
- Operates sand blasters, welders, hand excavation tools, saws, common hand tools, and paint sprayers for the purpose of maintaining and repairing County roads, bridges and drainage systems.
- Runs a crew
- Patches roads and maintains pavement and asphalt.
- Removes, sets forms, pours, and finishes concrete.
- Transports materials to and from job sites.
- Maintains County vehicles and equipment.
- Trims trees and vegetation along County roads. Replaces dirt and seeds work areas.
- Maintains storm drains. Replaces pipes, clears debris, and patches holes on storm drains.
- Clears and plows snow of roads.
- Records daily usage of equipment and supplies.
- Fabricates needed materials.
- Cleans vehicles, equipment and maintenance facilities.
- Flags traffic in construction zones.
STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER III REQUIREMENTS:
- Education
- General/technical high school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Certifications
- A valid class A commercial driver’s license w/air brake endorsement.
- Job Experience
- 2-3 years of heavy equipment operating experience.
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Working knowledge of heavy equipment and maintenance.
TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted only through our Self-Service Website at
https://www.sccmo.org/Jobs.aspx?CommunityJobs=False&CatID=All-Jobs-104
We do not accept faxed, e-mailed or print applications. Employment is contingent on successfully passing a full criminal background check.
Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis until the position is filled or a sufficient number of qualified candidates have applied.
St. Charles County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. St. Charles County is a drug and alcohol-free work place. A pre-employment drug screen is required for all positions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.25 - $22.67 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: Multiple locations