Road Maintenance Worker - Department of Public Works​/Roads Operations

Road Maintenance Worker

Pay Range (Grade): $18.64 - $32.61 (H100)

Other Compensation Offered:
Overtime, Compensatory Time, On-Call Pay, Call-Back Pay

Employment Type:

Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Organization:
Public Works - Roads Operations

Location:

Maintenance Center

Reports to:

Area Roads Manager

Classification:
Non-Exempt (41212)

At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace.

As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.

As a Road Maintenance Worker, you will perform traffic control duties, operate various power tools, and maintain vehicles. Working under the direction of a Foreman, you will assist with various maintenance tasks while ensuring a safe work environment. The work you do will help to ensure the County's roadways are kept safe and clear.

• Perform traffic control duties including flagging traffic and setting up traffic control devices.
• Operate various power tools and small equipment, such as mowers, rollers, weed eaters, tampers, chain saws, air compressors/jack hammers. Assist in maintaining equipment and tools.
• Perform maintenance duties such as digging, cleaning ditches and drains, shoveling and spreading blacktop/stone and chips, clearing debris, removing trash, sweeping streets, cutting weeds and brush, and mowing.
• Maintain vehicles, including completing vehicle inspection reports required by Department of Transportation.
• Assist drivers with hooking up equipment and backing of trucks.
• Perform snow removal as needed.
• Follow all established safety rules and regulations. Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.

Your Skills

• Hand and Power Tools (Introductory)
• Occupational Health and Safety (Introductory)
• Repair and Maintenance (Introductory)

Your Strengths

• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Safety Focus
• Quality Focus
• Continuous Learning
• Fostering Communication
• Managing Project Execution
• Planning and Organizing

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
• Up to one year of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver's license
• Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). card
• State of Maryland Flagging Certification (or must obtain within six months of employment)

• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• Will be required to work outside of standard hours.
• May be identified as Essential Personnel during emergency situations.
• Summer hours are typically Monday through Thursday from 6:00 am – 4:30 pm. Winter hours are typically Monday through Friday from 7:00 am – 3:30 pm.
• Must meet Carroll County Risk Management driver eligibility requirements

• Frequent exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions.
• Occasional exposure to potentially adverse environmental conditions, including, but not limited to, chemicals, noise, and airborne particles.
• Frequent physical activity: lifting and carrying over 50lbs, climbing ladders and steps, standing/walking, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, squatting, stooping, kneeling, and related activities.
• Must wear appropriate PPE as required.

All the Benefits You Need

Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees, this includes:

• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
• Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
• Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
• Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Find out more here:
Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)