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Senior Road Maintenance Worker

Washington County, OR
$35.75 - $43.30 Hourly
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Oregon, Hillsboro
155 North 1st Avenue (Show on map)
Sep 27, 2025
THE POSITION This is a Washington County internal promotional opportunity for current employees in the Road Maintenance Worker classification only. The Operations and Maintenance Division within LUT is currently accepting applications for Senior Road Maintenance Workers to establish a pool of employees eligible to promote. Employees must meet the following eligibility requirements: Meet the minimum qualifications of the Senior Road Maintenance Worker classification Possess a satisfactory performance assessment and learning plan: The employee "Meets Overall Job Requirements and QUALIFIES for step increase (if applicable)" on their last performance evaluation, The employee does NOT have an active performance improvement plan, and The employee has NOT been issued any written discipline during the 12 months preceding the posting date of this recruitment. Possess a satisfactory safety record: The employee has no more than two (2) preventable property damage-only incidents, during the 12 months preceding the posting date of this recruitment, less than $2500, per incident, and The employee has zero (0) preventable property damage-only incidents, during the 24 months preceding the posting date of this recruitment, that equals or exceeds $2500. Possess level 5 certifications on primary equipment of the classification they are applying to. The listed primary equipment can be reviewed on the Teamsters MOU here: https://www.washingtoncountyor.gov/hr/documents/mou-tools-and-equipment-road-maintenance-workers/download?inline ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Duties may include: Operates motorized vehicles and equipment for the purpose of road construction, road maintenance, emergency response or other assigned activities. Operates designated equipment to load, haul or dump a variety of road construction and maintenance materials including, but not limited to soil, vegetation, asphalt, aggregate, bridge timbers, guardrail components, and drainage pipes. Operates designated equipment to perform a variety of tasks related to road systems repair and maintenance which includes excavating assorted material, paving and patching roadways, mixing and applying liquid asphalt, maintaining and spreading gravel and other construction material. Trains and provides oversight of work when performing duties with personnel of a lower classification. Assists in creating a positive and supportive work environment; enforces a safe workplace; establishes a culture of teamwork and communication; creates a workplace that promotes the organizational values of workplace equity, diversity and inclusion and actively promotes an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society. Operate the tools and equipment from Schedule C - "Tools and Equipment for Road Maintenance Workers" (provided upon hire). Operates designated equipment to perform a variety of tasks related to lifting, moving, and hauling construction materials and equipment Assists in creating a positive and supportive work environment; enforces a safe workplace; establishes a culture of teamwork and communication; creates a workplace that promotes the organizational values of workplace diversity, equity and inclusion and actively promotes an environment respectful of living and working in a multicultural society. Operates and utilizes assorted hand and power tools to perform a variety of tasks. Assists with the construction, repair and replacement of structural and non-structural bridge components including timber, steel, and concrete elements. Performsthe duties of a competent person associated with certain activities such as, but not limited to, excavation, fall protection, scaffolding, crane operation, and respirable crystalline silica protections. Operates a hydraulic crane, with the appropriate certification, associated with bridge and culvert-related work. Performs appropriate pre-trip inspections of assigned equipment and reports deficiencies using defined forms and procedures. Performs minor maintenance of operated equipment which includes fueling, checking, and filling fluid levels and greasing components. Performs manual labor associated with road maintenance repair and constructionusing all associated equipment and tools properly and complies with safety rules and regulations. Tracks work time, equipment, and material usage, and reports the information using defined forms and procedures. Mentors, trains, and assists in the evaluation of subordinates' work performance to ensure accuracy and completion of assigned duties and assigns work according to changes in workload and priorities. Perform all Essential Job Duties and possess all Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the Road Maintenance Worker I or Road Maintenance Worker II classifications, as needed or assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: A high school diploma or GED; AND Four (4) years of experience in road construction, road maintenance, or heavy carpentry, to include two (2) years of commercial truck driving, operating construction equipment, farm equipment, or equivalent. Must possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) valid in the State of Oregon which includes, a current DOT Medical Certificate, a tanker endorsement and no restrictions on air brake, manual transmission and tractor trailer 5^th wheel, and have an acceptable driving record. All external candidates will be required to pass a post-offer physical abilities assessment and drug screening prior to employment. Additional Requirements: Must possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) valid in the State of Oregon which includes, a current DOT Medical Certificate, a tanker endorsement and no restrictions on air brake, manual transmission and tractor trailer 5^th wheel, and have an acceptable driving record. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Apply Today: We ask that you complete and submit an online application, which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Law MQ Review: HR will screen applications for minimum qualifications and promotion eligibility after the posting closes. Interviews Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates that meet the minimum qualifications and qualify for a promotion as soon as possible Eligibility List: A rank-ordered eligibility list will be established based on the results of the interview. The top employees will be offered a promotion dependent on the number of vacancies. The eligibility list will remain active for six months and vacancies that occur during that period may be filled using this list. If there is a tie on the eligibility list, the employee with the most seniority will be placed in the higher position on the list. Status of Your Application You will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications from NEOGOV it will impact our ability to communicate with you about job postings. Our commitment to you Washington County is an equal opportunity employer committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We promote employee development and offer an award-winning benefits and wellness program as well as an opportunity to serve and support our vibrant community. Veterans' Preference If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points . Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-846-8606, or e-mail: Careers@WashingtonCountyOR.Gov at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation. Questions Regarding This Recruitment Contact Brighton Bohnenkamp, Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Brighton_Bohnenkamp@washingtoncountyor.gov Additional Resources: New to GovernmentJobs.com? Visithttps://www.GovernmentJobs.com/home/ApplicationGuidefor a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on the application process. For technical support, contact Government Jobs' Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. * Washington County is a drug-free workplace *