Road Maintenance Technician III
Henrico County Public Schools
Location
Glen Allen, VA | United States
Job description
Job Title
Road Maintenance Technician III
Location Glen Allen, VA, US
Organization Name County of Henrico Department of Public Works
About Us Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, March 18, 2024.
Maintains and operates a wide variety of County vehicles and heavy specialized equipment; performs a wide variety of routine and moderately complex preventive maintenance, general repair work, equipment operation and other duties as needed; may work a non-standard County shift; does related work as required.
Essential Duties Advanced working knowledge of the Division's operations and equipment; demonstrated ability to safely operate and manipulate heavy motorized equipment with constant attention to safety of operation in order to prevent accidents; advanced working knowledge of general maintenance and repair of motorized equipment and equipment specific to road construction and maintenance; ability to safely and appropriately repair and maintain heavy equipment; thorough working knowledge of a wide variety of equipment and materials used in road and drainage maintenance; sound troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem solving skills with the ability to appropriately resolve issues independently with assistance from supervisor as needed; physical condition that permits heavy lifting, loading, pushing, reaching, stooping, and climbing while working under adverse temperatures and weather conditions; basic working knowledge of the hazards in laboring work and of necessary safety precautions; considerable knowledge of traffic rules, traffic management rules, safety rules and regulations and accident-prevention practices; sound welding skills to create safe welds using various welding tools and techniques; sound math skills with the ability to accurately track and report inventory, maintain and prepare required records; ability to work from plans and specifications and to follow rough sketches and oral instructions; ability to read and accurately comprehend, interpret, apply and communicate technical information accurately; ability to work under and fully understand and communicate detailed and complex instructions from the immediate supervision of a supervisor or who issues oral and written work assignments; ability to work independently and with a team to complete assigned tasks safely and on time; ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of department staff; basic supervisory skills with the demonstrated ability to direct day-to-day work assignments of small work crews and complete assigned tasks on time; personal accountability including teamwork and establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with all levels of department staff; good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; efficient computer skills with ability to create, track and approve records in various systems used by the Department and the County; sound working knowledge of safe forklift operations; excellent customer service skills, tact, and courtesy with the ability to positively and appropriately represent the County in all interactions with the public. Requires a safe driving record with the ability to safely operate County-owned vehicles and equipment. Requires ability to work a flexible schedule that may occur any day of the week, including weekends, and during various day and evening hours as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Completion of grade school required, completion of high school preferred; Four (4) years if relevant equipment operation experience, including performing progressively more complex maintenance and repairs to equipment and experience with acetylene and arc-welding; OR: Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Additional Information • Requires a valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Requires a valid Class A CDL with tank endorsement N and without restrictions.
• Requires a valid VDOT flagging certification.
• Requires a valid confined space certification (may be obtained through County training).
- Requires a valid forklift operator's certification (may be obtained through County training).
How To Apply Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, March 18, 2024.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at .
Minimum Salary 41517
Maximum Salary 76373
Currency USD
Main Organization General Government General Government
Employment Status Permanent Fulltime Permanent Full-time
Amount of Travel Work At Home
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