Maintenance Worker

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Maintenance Worker

JOB OBJECTIVE: Incumbent is responsible for performing work activities utilizing both manual labor and motorized equipment in the construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, traffic, control devices, and drainage systems with County of Summit Engineer responsibilities and maintains County of Summit waterways and storm water control facilities. Incumbent serves as a primary resource in the performance of manual labor duties and vehicle and equipment operating. This is skilled work in the operation of moderately complex vehicles and equipment in construction and related maintenance activities. Incumbent operates vehicles and equipment requiring specialized skill and/or training in manipulating controls and attachments and/or in maneuvering for sage and efficient special purpose operation. When not operating vehicles and equipment, employee participates in and/or leads work crew activity. Incumbent performs the tasks of clearing, seeding, installing drainage pipe, and maintaining grade control. Incumbent guides and directs heavy equipment operators in the performance of their duties while in close/confined quarters. Incumbent is responsible for participating and leading the installation and maintenance and repair of traffic control devices, guardrail, and pavement markings. Incumbent works under general supervision on routine or repetitive assignments and under close supervision on special or unusual assignments. Incumbent reports to the designated maintenance supervisor or other supervisory element as determined by the Director of Public Service.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Installs different types and sizes of drainage pipe for storm water management;
• Installs various forms and types of erosion control material, such as but not limited to rip-rap, vegetation mats, silt fence(s), grids, seeding, and mulching;
• Serves as guide to heavy equipment operators performing grading and ditching work;
• Performs grade checking using "eye", levels, and laser equipment;
• Cuts, trims, clears and chips trees, brush, and all other vegetation from ditch right-of-way;
• Transports various materials in dump trucks to and from job site(s), and tows trailers in regular operations;
• Operates pumps for water removal, operates compactors in back filling, and pours and finishes concrete;
• Performs relevant duties based on task differences between drainage pipe installation and maintenance and ditch maintenance;
• Operates a variety of light and heavy trucks to transport people, equipment, and materials; loads and unloads pipe, logs, and steel plates; operates high pressure water truck and roller, in the construction and maintenance of highways;
• Operates salt spreader and heavy trucks with plow attachments and liquid deicer systems for snow and ice control operations.
• Operates more complex equipment for short periods;
• When not operating equipment, participates in and /or leads work crew activity
• Performs related work and completes records as required;
• Assists the Bridge Maintenance Crew when performing joint tasks and when constructing forms for and pouring concrete;
• Assists in the set-up and break-down of heavy equipment preparatory to moving and transport; and,
• Assists Equipment Operators in the hooking and chaining of flotation mats, drainage pipes, logs, and other materials, items, or devices used in support of job function.
• Directly participates in the layout, pre-marking, installation, repair and removal of traffic control devices, guardrail and pavement markings. Drives and operates all vehicles and equipment associated with the above work and also tows any trailers designated for the transportation of materials required for said work;
• Performs minor maintenance and repair on pavement marking equipment;
• Keeps records and prepares reports of work performed;

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs preventative maintenance as necessary, to work-related tools;
• Assists co-workers as needed; and,
• Performs other duties related to highway, bridge, and ditch maintenance as required at the same level of skill and knowledge and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the current labor agreement.

I. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND DIFFICULTY OF WORK

Equipment: Ability to operate light and heavy vehicles and equipment, rollers, high pressure water trucks, sweeper and vac trucks, paint striper, guardrail pounder, Dura patcher, compactors, chain saws, power tools and various power saws, water pumps, generators, and grade control devices. Ability to use rope, slings, chains, shovels, hand tools, saws, grass seeder, sprayers, and pinch bars. Ability to operate a chipper and a loader. Ability to operate levels, and laser equipment used in performance of the job. Ability to use new equipment that may be introduced into the work setting and relevant to the job.

CRITICAL SKILLS AND EXPERTISE:

• Working knowledge of operation of grading equipment;
• Working knowledge of truck and other motorized equipment operations;
• Working knowledge of operation of chain saws and chippers and other equipment with potential for physical harm;
• Working knowledge of and skill in the effective and safe operation of complex automotive equipment in traffic and in and around work crew areas;
• Working knowledge of the component parts of vehicles and equipment, the performance limits, and the preventative maintenance necessary to keep equipment in satisfactory operation;
• Working knowledge of pavement marking application, sign installation and guardrail installation or any equivalent combination of training and experience;
• Working knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in the installation, maintenance and repair of non-electric traffic control devices and guardrail;
• Working knowledge of various measuring devices used to locate and lay out signs, pavement markings and guardrail;
• Working knowledge of the Ohio Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Ohio Department of Transportation Standard Construction Drawings;
• Ability to read and comprehend written plans, diagrams, and written instructions/directives;
• Ability to understand oral communications;
• Working knowledge of ditch maintenance and construction techniques and the ability to apply the same to work assignments;
• Working knowledge of and the ability to implement safety practices and procedures as they apply to work assignments;
• Working knowledge of lay-out practices, procedures, and techniques as relates to ditch maintenance and drainage pipe work;
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations necessary to the maintenance, installation, and grading activities;
• Working knowledge of departmental policies, procedures, and work directives and their applicability to the assigned duties; and,
• Ability to work well with others and to extend courtesy to the public.

Incumbent performs a variety of skilled and unskilled tasks and is required to utilize a variety of technical information and knowledge in completing the work assignments. Work is exacting, strenuous, and requires extreme caution and strict adherence to applicable safety measures.

JOB STANDARDS:

Completion of secondary education or equivalent with expected proficiency in written and oral communications and basic mathematical skills. Experience in operating motorized equipment up to and include dump trucks. A valid State of Ohio Class B Commercial Drivers License with a Tanker endorsement.

II. RESPONSIBILITIES

Incumbent works under general supervision following established procedures and policies, methods and equipment to be used and direction in clearing brush and undergrowth. Incumbent does not supervise or direct jobs of others but does guide and direct heavy equipment operators in the performance of their duties where vision, such as depth perception, may be affected or in close quarters. Work may be reviewed while in process or upon completion, and errors are readily detected in the normal course of work through standard checks. Errors ma result in property damage, physical harm, and litigation. Supervision sets guidelines and manages job progression and changes.

III. PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS

Incumbent interacts daily with co-workers, other department personnel, representatives of private and public agencies and businesses, and the general public to complete work assignments, resolve problems, and lend assistance. Incumbent is expected to maintain a positive attitude toward the job, supervision, the department, and the public being served. Incumbent is expected to refrain from behaviors that are not acceptable to community standards while performing assigned duties or otherwise representing the department. Incumbent is expected to report to work in clean, well-mended clothing, and to maintain a personal appearance that is a positive representation of the department, based upon the job.

IV. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Full manual dexterity is required to use tools, instruments, and equipment where prehension and power grasping is required. Incumbent frequently lifts up to twenty-five (25) pounds and occasionally lifts up to eighty (80) pounds. Incumbent must be able to speak and understand the English language.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Incumbent's work effort involves prolonged and frequent climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting activities requiring use of all major muscle groups.

VISUAL ACTIVITY

Normal vision, including depth perception, is required due to operating equipment and being able to distinguish underground color coded markers identifying buries lines and cables. Normal hearing acuity is required due to working in close proximity to traffic and motorized equipment.

JOB LOCATION

Incumbent works outside in seasonal and inclement weather with limited protection, other than clothing, from the elements. Incumbent is exposed to loud noises, fumes, and noxious odors on a regular basis. Incumbent is exposed to vibration, hazards (mechanical, electrical, chemical, etc.), various gases common to drainage and sewer-type operations, and other health factors that result from poor to restricted ventilation. Incumbent is required to use the following safety equipment: hard hat, safety best, ear/noise protectors, eye protection, dust mask, gloves, work shoes, and safety flags. Incumbent is also required to use other safety equipment and personal protective equipment as determined by supervision to be necessary to advance the job and to protect the Incumbent from physical harm and danger.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Some overtime may be required

Job Location: 538 E. South Street Akron, Ohio

Pre-Employment Testing: Drug & Alcohol testing; Driving record check

Must possess a Class B commercial drivers license with air brakes and tanker endorsement

Position : 402211008

Code : 20254000-13

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Group : ENGINEER B

Posting Start : 06/24/2025

Posting End : 07/02/2025

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HOURLY RATE RANGE: $27.20-$28.63