Highway Crewman I - NOW ACCEPTING INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Town of Bolton
Title: Crewman I

Position Definition: Operates and maintains heavy dump truck and heavy and light equipment used in the construction, repair and maintenance of town roads, bridges, and grounds.

Supervision Received: Works under the direct supervision of the Highway Supervisor and task supervision of the Crewman III, who assign 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. Operates truck and equipment as needed to perform roads and grounds maintenance; equipment includes chain saw, tractors, heavy construction and trucks. Prepares equipment, services with fuel, lubricants and accessories. Observes performance of equipment and reports malfunctions to Supervisor. Makes minor repairs to truck and equipment and assists in major engine or transmission work.

2. 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 and tractors to mow roadsides and public areas and 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 and build catch basins, clear culverts and to perform 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, etc. Keeps tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean orderly manner. Maintains all safety levels and security standards as determined by the Highway Supervisor.

Examples of Incidental Duties:
1. Performs flag person tasks on major road construction and repair projects.

2. Assists in major engine or transmission repair work. Leads helpers on maintenance projects as needed. May operate welding equipment in the repairing of vehicles and equipment.

3. Spreads and tamps asphalt for minor road repairs. Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: 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 two years of heavy construction or road repair work; experience in repair garage or completion of an automotive mechanical apprenticeship program desirable.

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 road maintenance duties. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Considerable highway driving may be required to carry out duties. Exposed to hazardous conditions during routine work and in general emergencies. May include periodic repetitive tasks.

Note: The above tasks and responsibilities are illustrative only. The description does not include every task or responsibility.