General Nature of Work
The Road Crew Member will be responsible for manual and unskilled work as part of a crew engaged in maintenance and upkeep of grounds, facilities, streets, and/or infrastructure. Work is physical in nature and under the direct supervision of a Crew Supervisor. Other duties may be required and assigned.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs manual work functions associated with road construction, maintenance and repair projects, which may include repairing roads/asphalt, patching holes, compacting road surfaces, maintaining drainage systems, installing/repairing pipe, installing/repairing water and sewer lines, constructing/repairing ditches, clearing drainage obstructions, clearing ditches/gutters, breaking up pipes and concrete, mixing cement, constructing sidewalks and driveways, cutting pipes, installing fences, spreading asphalt/road materials, digging holes or trenches, fixing/replacing street signs, shoveling materials, lifting/moving heavy materials, and flagging traffic.
Performs manual work functions associated with routine maintenance and upkeep of rights of way, parks, grounds, playing fields and other public areas: mows lawns; trims and edges grass; blows leaves from walkways; plants, prunes, and maintains plants, trees and shrubs; spreads mulch; rakes leaves; clears debris; maintains fencing, grounds, bleachers, and park equipment; prepares fields for athletic events; and performs related tasks.
Removes litter, debris and deceased animals from streets/roads, drainage systems, parks, playing fields and county property; travels and established route; monitors cleanliness; picks up litter and debris.
Transports, loads and unloads various materials and equipment used in projects.
Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep machinery, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, and cleaning shop and work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
Responds to emergency calls during inclement weather or other emergency situations.
Performs routine maintenance and repair tasks, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, laws, policies, and standards of quality and safety; utilizes precautionary safety equipment and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns call as necessary.
Receives, prepares or completes various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, spray records, diagrams, maps, manuals, reference materials, and other documents; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Operates a variety of power equipment, machinery and hand tools used in department projects and activities, which may include pick-up truck, mower, tiller, weed eater, edger, blower, asphalt packer, cement mixer, jack hammer, chain saw, saw, axe, shovel, rake, spraying equipment, fertilizer spreader, tractors, infield machines, trenching machine, vibratory roller, auger, bunker rake, and other related tools and equipment.
Additional duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in maintaining the upkeep of grounds, facilities, streets, and/or infrastructure.
Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.
Knowledge of basic mathematical principles to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. May include counting, recording of counts, and basic measuring.

SKILLS

Skill in operating, maneuvering and/or controlling the actions or equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
Skill in determining, calculating, and/or summarizing data/information.
Skill in oral and written communication.

ABILITIES

Ability to plan and prioritize to meet county deadlines.
Ability to prepare documents in response to complaints and inquiries.
Ability to exercise judgement in situations characterized by repetitive or short cycle operations covered by well established procedures or sequences.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
0-2 years of working in street and/or facility maintenance, grounds keeping or related field.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia drivers license along with a clean MVR check.

ADA Requirements: Individuals applying for the posted position must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Physical Requirements: Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (50-100 pounds).

Work Environment: The work is typically performed in a shop or outdoors. The employee is exposed to noise, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, traffic hazards, machinery with moving parts, inclement weather, wetness, humidity, and rain. The work may require protective devices such as masks and gloves.

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