Crewman II
Town of Bolton
Title: Crewman II
Position Definition: Performs skilled mechanical repair work in the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of town automobiles, trucks, and heavy and light construction equipment. Operates and maintains heavy dump truck and heavy and light equipment used in the construction, repair and maintenance of roads, bridges, buildings, grounds and facilities. Performs manual labor in highway, roadside and maintenance.
Supervision Received: Works under the direct supervision of the Public Works Supervisor or Crewman III, who assigns specific work to be performed; plans work from order and knowledge of project and available equipment; work is reviewed while in progress and/or upon completion and results obtained.
Supervision Exercised: Provide task supervision to assigned workers.
Examples of Essential Duties:
1. Plans and organizes work procedures using repair manuals, charts and experience to maintain and repair town vehicles and Performs engine and transmission overhauls, electrical system repairs and rewiring, brake system repairs, clutch repairs and replacement, and similar mechanical work. Uses mechanic's hand tools and power equipment to remove, repair, rebuild or replace defective parts or units. Uses hand tools and power tools to repair damaged vehicle and body parts, and performs welding as required. Reviews and recommends vehicle and equipment upgrades, and prepares specifications for related bid proposals for Supervisor.
2. Operates truck and equipment to perform roads and ground maintenance; equipment includes chain saw, mowers, tractors, heavy construction and Prepares equipment, services with fuel, lubricants and accessories. Operates trucks and equipment to plow and sand in winter snow removal and to haul equipment and materials. Operates heavy equipment such as pay loaders, back hoes, rollers, tractors and grader to mow roadsides, and public areas, to lay and repair pipe, and to pave and repair roads.
3. Uses jack-hammer, chain saws, chippers and related equipment in general maintenance work. Uses hand tools to repair catch basins, clear culverts and for related repair and maintenance work. Repairs and install fences, street signs, and guard rails. Uses power equipment and hand tools to cut and remove brush, trees, Maintains all safety levels and security standards as determined by the Public Works Supervisor.
Examples of Incidental Duties:
1. Performs flag person tasks on major road construction and repair Spreads and tamps asphalt for minor road repairs.
- Performs related work as Keeps tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean orderly manner.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Ability to perform skilled automotive and heavy construction equipment maintenance and repair work. Ability to diagnose vehicle and equipment failures and to prepare related repair orders. Knowledge.of the functions, operating methods, and care and maintenance required of the light and heavy equipment used in roads and maintenance projects. Ability to operate and maintain truck and heavy and light maintenance and construction equipment. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form. A working knowledge of the work hazards and safety practices relating to light and heavy equipment operation and road maintenance work. Ability to work independently and to provide lead supervision to assigned helpers.
Minimum Qualifications Required: High school diploma or equivalent and three years of maintenance and repair of automotive and construction equipment; or three years' experience in a repair garage or completion of an automotive mechanical apprenticeship program.
License or Certificate: Possession of a valid CDL, Class B operator's license at time of employment.
Physical Exertion/Environmental Conditions: Ability to perform strenuous physical work under adverse weather conditions. Considerable physical effort required in lifting, walking, standing and climbing while performing equipment operations and roads maintenance, and roads inspection duties. Considerable highway driving may be required to carry out duties. Exposed to hazardous conditions during routine work and in general emergencies.
Note: The above tasks and responsibilities are illustrative only. The description does not include every task or responsibility.