Position Objective: The role of the Apprentice Highway Worker is to ensure the roadways are safe for the travelling public by performing maintenance work on County highways and bridges.Essential Functions:
Perform road construction and maintain highways and surrounding terrain including operation of heavy equipment, trucks, construction machinery, snow removal equipment, etc. in a safe and efficient manner
Remove snow and ice from roads and bridges
Prepare equipment for snow removal including installing chains, changing cutting edges and/or loading trucks with sanding materials
Know the functions and limitations of each piece of equipment
Maintain bridges and access areas including inspection, maintenance and replacement of structural members, compaction of backfill area
Maintain all construction and maintenance equipment in a safe and orderly condition
Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor
Maintain compliance with all County policies and procedures
Education And/Or Experience Required:
One or more years of road construction/maintenance experience
High school diploma or GED certificate
Knowledge of equipment and truck operation
Must have a valid driver’s license and have or be able to obtain a South Dakota Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tanker endorsement within ninety (90) days of hire date
Physical Requirements:
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards
Must be able to move about and operate necessary tools and equipment.
Must be able to move up to 50 pounds unassisted, and move 100 pounds with assistance
Ability to communicate effectively orally, in-person and in writing
Required to use appropriate personal protective equipment
Working Environment:
Most work is performed outdoors where the employee is exposed to outside weather conditions including; extreme cold, extreme heat, moving mechanical parts, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, high volume traffic, heavy equipment and noise related to construction projects. Noise level may be loud at times.
Subject to call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays and must live within 30 minutes of divisional office/shop hired for
