Road Crew Leader

Hendricks County  Job Description

Title:   Road Crew Leader                                         

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department:  Highway                                             

Supervisor:    Assistant Superintendent   

Hours: M-Th 40 hours per week

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Incumbent leads small crews of Road Crew Workers/Bridge Crew Workers in various types of construction, maintenance and repairs of county roads, bridges and culverts. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Directs and instructs crews on work site. Provides information and procedures required to complete tasks.
• Oversees short-term projects of highway and bridge crews, making sure proper construction procedures and safety precautions are adhered to.
• Coordinates with Assistant Superintendent with planning, organizing, and resources needed to complete assigned tasks. Periodically updates supervisor on progress of assigned tasks.
• Request locates for utilities in compliance with state law when digging.
• Records and handles citizen complaints as assigned.

•  Supervises the set up and maintenance of proper work zones to ensure safety for all employees, contractors, and general public. Assists in traffic control at work site and/or accident scenes as needed.

• Ensures crews operate efficiently and maintain production levels.
• Drives and operates pick-up trucks, tractors, single and tandem axle trucks and construction equipment for assigned tasks.
• Checks equipment for proper fuel and lubrication levels and general maintenance needs.
• Drives equipment for snow removal from roads and intersections.
• Uses equipment for applying sand and salt on roads and intersections.
• Patches and paves county roads independently or with contractors.
• Loads, spreads and/or dumps stone, sand, and other material independently or as directed by supervisor or contractor.
• Drives vehicles to and from assigned work sites within the county.
• Maintains and services tools and equipment used in performing tasks.
• Reports for work during inclement weather for long periods of time as required for public safety.
• Erects and maintains signs per state requirements and as directed for public safety.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Working knowledge of procedures necessary for the maintenance and repair of county roads and bridges
• Ability to communicate well verbally, in writing, and electronically.
• Ability to effectively and tactfully deal with general public and other county employees
• Ability to organize, plan, and supervise department personnel to perform road and bridge repair, construction and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperation between all crew members.
• Requires a valid Indiana Driver’s license, and be insurable to drive county vehicles without additional liability
• Must have and maintain Indiana Commercial Driver’s License
• General knowledge of procedures used in basic road construction and maintenance
• Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment in any weather situation
• Ability to use transits, lasers and other instruments necessary to control grade.
• Must have basic computer skills such as word processing, spreadsheets and ability to maintain and communicate via email

RESPONSIBILITY:

Incumbent receives daily work and periodic task assignments.  Incumbent is responsible for the direction and safety of subordinates.  Judgment is required in operating motor vehicles on county roads negotiating traffic and obstacles as necessary.  Work is reviewed throughout work process or at completion of task.  Activities performed require good judgment in order to protect tools, materials, and prevent injuries to others.  Errors could result in excessive physical risk and cost repercussions.  The vehicular safety of the general public could be jeopardized, resulting in costly repairs and personal injury to the general public and county.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Working relationships are with crew members, supervisor, associates in same department, other county departments, contractors and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work requires moderate to heavy lifting with occasional standing, bending and carrying.  Vehicles are operated under all weather conditions, sometimes for extended periods of time.  At times required to work under severe weather conditions and extreme temperatures.  There could be occasional strain of moderate to heavy intensity for extended periods of time.  Injury may occur with equipment malfunction or by vehicle accident on county roadway.  Subject to injury from road hazards, burns from chemicals and hot bituminous materials, general public disposition.

APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

The job description for the position of Road Crew Leader in the Highway Department describes the duties and responsibilities in this position.  I acknowledge that I have received this job description, and understand that it is not a contract of employment.  I am responsible for reading this job description and complying with all job duties, requirements and responsibilities contained herein, and any subsequent revisions.

Is there anything that would keep you from meeting the job duties and requirements as outlined?

Yes______     No_______

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