About the Department

Summary: Performs skilled labor and drives truck(s) to help construct, repair and maintain county roads and bridges, drainage ditches, and culverts.
 

Position Duties

Essential Job Functions:  Assists Equipment Operators in the construction, repair and maintenance of county roads, bridges, drainage ditches and culverts; drives and operates trucks including dump trucks, water trucks, front end loaders, slope mowers, tractors, spreaders, rollers, mowers, sweepers, and bush hog; may utilize hand and power tools for routine maintenance of vehicles and facilities; performs manual labor tasks. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
Other Job Functions: Performs other job related duties as directed.
NOTE: The above describes the general nature and level of work being performed by employees holding this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required nor are all duties listed necessarily performed by any one employee so classified.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience: High school graduate or GED preferred; two years of experience in road construction or skilled facility maintenance work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in operating a slope mower is desirable. 
Specialized Requirements: Valid Texas Commercial Drivers License preferred. 

Other Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of: tools, equipment, methods, and materials used in public works and facility construction, maintenance, and repair activities; the practices followed in the care and safe operation of trucks, motorized equipment, and power tools; the precautions necessary to work safely around mechanized equipment; basic air conditioning, carpentry, electrical, painting, and plumbing tasks; Skill in: the safe use of common hand tools and light power equipment; performing manual labor for protracted periods of time; understanding and complying with oral and written instructions; working effectively with others on a team or crew.