Utility Worker II - Department of Public Works, Bureau of Highways, Dayton Shop

Howard County

Conveniently located in the heart ofcentral Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.

Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, sustainability, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2025, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 83 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) – the highest number of annual NACo awards achieved in the history of the State of Maryland, and the highest number of awards out of any county in the State of Maryland which received a collective 136 awards.

NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations. These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy making.

We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.

• We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
• We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged!
• We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
• As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

This is a semi-skilled position that provides both manual labor and equipment operation support to accomplish the organizations objectives.

* This is the anticipated starting salary range for this position. Please note that the final salary will be determined by the Office of Human Resources, commensurate with experience and aligned to ensure internal equity with similarly situated roles.*

• $21.03 - $23.22/Hourly
• $43,748 - $48,290/Annually

This is semi-skilled manual work performing general laboring operations. Work includes performing assignments involving the use of a variety of tools. This class is differentiated from the Utility I level by the complexity of duties assigned and greater independence of action. Work is performed with general supervision from a crew leader. Assignments are stable in nature and are carried out in accordance with instructions and established routines.

* This is a Classified position, meaning that it is a part of the Howard County Classified Service upon completion of a probationary period of at least six (6) months*

* Please note that this position falls within a collective bargaining unit and is represented by AFSCME Local 3085, Local 3888, or Local 1810.*

CDL-Please note that this position is subject to random drug screening in accordance with federal DOT regulations.

* This position has beendesignatedas "essential personnel," meaning an employee is expected to report for regular work shift during inclement weather, emergency situations, County holidays and on an on-call basis.*

• Operates equipment such as spreader box, rollers, chippers, sweepers, hoses, cement mixers, forklifts, light tractor with attachments, and compactors.
• Operates tail gate to regulate stone flow.
• Uses lawn mowers, chain saws, and other tools for vegetation work.
• May operate a dump truck with attachments during emergency operations.

• Performs routine maintenance on power equipment including lubrication, cleaning, and sharpening.
• Conducts preventive maintenance on equipment: changing oil and filters, checking fluid levels, charging batteries, cleaning engine parts.
• Changes and repairs tires; replaces lamps, fuses, and windshield wipers.

• Lays brick for drainage structures.
• Builds and installs forms and guides for grading and masonry work.
• Uses air hammer to break paved surfaces; spreads concrete.
• Performs general laboring tasks as needed.
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