Salary
$58,569.65 - $65,165.94 Annually
Job Number
24TRNSA04JSS001
Closing Date
1/23/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Hennepin County Transportation Operations Traffic division is seeking a permanent Highway Maintenance Operator for our Sign Shop. This position will support year-round traffic related initiatives and maintenance of county road signs, pavement markings, and guardrail assets, as well as support the county’s snow and ice control operation.
Current Hennepin County employees who refer a candidate hired into an open competitive position may be eligible for a $500 referral bonus. For more information visit employee referral program.
Location and hours:This position is located at the Public Works Facility, 1600 Prairie Drive in Medina, MN. There is no public transportation to this facility. Work hours will be Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Candidates must be available to work various shifts, which include day, evening, overnight, holiday, and weekends.
About this position type: This is a full-time, benefit-earning position.
This position is internally classified as Highway Maintenance Operator.Click here to view the job classification specification.
In this position, you will:
· Work with traffic control for work zones; layout of traffic control signs, coning in the work zone, and flagging operations following the MN MUTCD field manual.
· Operate a variety of equipment in hauling, spreading, or applying road materials.
· Assist senior sign workers with installation, maintenance and manufacturing of striping, guardrails, and roadway signs.
· Perform and/or assist in installation and maintenance of various pavement markings and roadway safety enhancement.
· Complete sight distance reviews and clear sight lines for signs, intersections and driveways.
· Support the county’s asset management efforts through data collecting, logging, and documenting (including night sign inspection).
· Perform snow and ice control with county snowplow equipment.
Need to have:
· One or more years of experience with one of the following:
o Road construction and/or road maintenance.
o Operation of a commercial motor vehicle over 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight (GVW).
o Operation and maintenance of farm equipment.
o Building and heavy construction industry.
· Valid Class B driver's license with air brake endorsement. Valid Class A driver's license with air brake and tanker endorsements must be obtained within one year of employment and the ability to obtain a Hennepin County driver's permit.
· Ability to lift up to 70 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Nice to have:
· Experience:
o Working in a government public works agency.
o Working with installation and maintenance of signs, pavement markings, and guardrails.
o Maintaining roadways with snow plowing equipment.
o Operating construction related equipment in a work setting for at least six months.
· Knowledge of:
o Safe operation of equipment used in roadway maintenance.
o Safe and proper use of various hand and power tools.
· Ability to:
o Follow verbal and written directions.
o Perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time in all types of weather conditions.
o Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment in the field.
o Interact effectively and tactfully with the public, supervisors, and peers.
o Work as part of a team or work group.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Jeffrey Smith-Sharp