Road Maintenance Operator - Classification or 3B

Road Maintenance Operator - Job Classification 3 or 3B

Road Commission of Kalamazoo County (RCKC) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Road Maintenance Operator – Job Classification 3 or 3B

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Perform manual labor, dig ditches for drainage, pothole repair, guardrail repair and installation, culvert repair and installation, tree trimming, brush control, load and unload tools, equipment, and materials.
• Operate trucks, trailers, and related equipment.
• Operate heavy‑duty trucks with snowplows, underbody blades, sand, and salt spreaders to remove ice and snow accumulation from roadways.
• Hauls and dumps material (gravel, bituminous, etc.)
• Utilize proper load/unload and securing procedures when transporting equipment as described in operator’s manual, Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) regulations, and/or directed.
• Track and record materials, supplies, time, and equipment used for each work project.
• Perform traffic regulating according to the Michigan Manual of Uniform Traffic Devices (MMUTCD).
• Complete Daily Vehicle Condition Report (VCR) detailing condition of vehicle and promptly report any issues.
• Maintain/clean assigned vehicle or equipment.
• Abide by all RCKC Safety Manual and Safety regulations as applicable.
• Understand and operate any additional equipment attached or utilized as part of the equipment’s capability, (measuring instruments, hand power tools, AVL, automation, etc.)

SALARY RANGE:

• Hourly $27.14–$27.63 (Non-Exempt)

HIGHLIGHTED BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Health and dental insurance that starts on your first day
• Pension – 100% paid by RCKC
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Uniforms
• Short‑term disability
• Life insurance

Regular schedule:
Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM with potential overtime.

Summer schedule:
Monday through Thursday, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM with potential for overtime (subject to change). Hours may vary and are subject to call 24 hours a day for emergency and/or weather conditions.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

• A High School diploma/GED, Valid Michigan Driver's License (see below)
• One year of experience in construction or related field, truck driving, and customer service.
• Ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver License, Group A with air brake endorsement.

Please send resume for Road Maintenance Operator – Job Classification 3 or 3B to  or USPS to the Road Commission of Kalamazoo County, 4400 S 26th Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49048. Candidates requiring confidentiality should so indicate. Please no phone call position inquiries.