City Of Hopewell, VA Hopewell , VA 23860
Posted 4 days ago
Description
Performs intermediate skilled trades work on a variety of tasks in the repair of streets and right-of ways. Manufactures, fabricates, maintains and implements traffic control devices; installs and repairs street signs and traffic markings; and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under moderate supervision.
Examples of Duties
Fabricates, installs, and removes street signs; conducts street sign inspections; sets up and removes traffic control devices.
Maintains, lays out and installs painted and thermoplastic pavement markings and symbols.
Operates and maintains paint machines for street markings.
Fabricates street signs, using computer, cutters and rollers and repairs signs.
Performs minor repairs and maintenance to assigned equipment.
Responds to citizen inquiries, questions or complaints
Picks up refuse, trash, limbs, leaves, etc. and transports to appropriate facilities.
Maintains a variety of records and reports on activities; logs daily reports.
Assists other crews as needed.
Operates dump trucks, back hoe, front end loader, chainsaw, jackhammer, asphalt roller, weed eater, stump grinder, etc. in the construction, maintenance, and repair of public facilities.
Performs a variety of skilled tasks in maintaining and repairing streets, signs, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters
Clears roadsides of snow, litter, overgrown grass, and brush; performs ditch cleaning and grading to ensure proper drainage; maintains gravel alleyways.
Sets up for various events; sets up tents, tables and chairs; puts up and removes decorations and barricades; cleans up and restores area after events; assists with office moves.
May be required to work outside normal work hours in on-call and emergency situations.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience:
Licenses and/or Certifications:
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
May require possession of or ability to obtain specific licenses and/or certifications depending on departmental assignment.
Obtain commercial driver's license within six months of hire.
Obtain CPR, AED, and VDOT Flagger certifications within six months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, capabilities, and limitations of equipment used in area of assignment
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in the operation of equipment
Knowledge of MUTCD standards, traffic laws, and regulations governing equipment operation
Knowledge of streets drainage, buildings, grounds, utilities, landscape areas and related construction, maintenance and repair procedures
Skills:
Skill in the operation of equipment to which assigned
Effective communication skills
Attention to details, customer service, and computer skills
Abilities:
Understand and follow specific oral and written instructions
Detect signs of mechanical failure of equipment
Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment
Perform manual labor for extended periods often under unfavorable weather conditions
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public
Supplemental Information
Work Environment:
Essential Physical Activities:
Stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, repetitive motions, depth perception.
Typical lifting, typical weight handled: up to 50lbs
City Of Hopewell, VA