Public Works Service Worker III - Concrete Crew

County of Weld • Greeley, CO

4d • $29 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

Perform as part of a team to build and maintain paved roadways, and concrete infrastructure throughout Weld County. This position can be assigned to any division as needed in Public Works.

Requirements

• High School
• 2 years experience in equipment operation
• Demonstrated proficiency in two of the following equipment operation skills: Front End Loader Tandem Axle Truck Backhoe (smaller than a John Deere 410) Compaction Equipment Skid Steer.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.
• Must effectively present information in one-on-one situation with the public, subordinates, and supervisors.
• Add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply/divide with 10’s and 100’s. Perform these operations using units of money, weight, measurement, volume and distance.
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions and make appropriate day to day decisions without supervisory guidance to perform assigned tasks.
• Valid Colorado Class A CDL license with tanker endorsement required or ability to obtain license within specified time frame agreed upon hire.
• Ability to be MSHA certified.
• Candidate must pass a substance use screening prior to employment start date. This position will participate in random substance use screening.
• Candidate must pass a physical demands evaluation post offer screen compatible to this position.
• Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the operation of heavy equipment, machinery, trucks, tools, in construction and will be required to perform a certain amount of manual labor.
• Must understand CDOT Road and Bridge specifications (most recent version).
• Must be able to install different finishes on flat work such as smooth, light broom, heavy broom finish or CDOT class I through V finishes.
• Must be able to construct curb, gutter and sidewalks free hand without forms.
• Ability to layout and build ADA ramps with truncated domes.
• Must be able to perform work without direction or immediate supervision and follow detailed instruction to aid in the efficient and effective completion of the project or assigned task.
• Must perform work in a courteous and safe manner.
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally through radio.
• When contact with the public is required, the employee must maintain a courteous, helpful attitude.
• Must have basic computer skills and the ability to report/record data as per departmental requirements.
• Ability to write, read and comprehend single instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees and the public.
• Must be available to respond to and work extraordinary hours during emergency events.
• Assist with snow and other inclement weather operations.

Benefits

• Weld County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED