Lead District Worker

Job Opportunity With Salt Lake County

Salt Lake County invites you to explore our exciting career opportunities. We seek highly enthusiastic individuals to enrich our County with your experience and talent. If you enjoy working in a team environment that is committed to changing the lives of its community, please keep reading. What it is like to work here : At Salt Lake County our culture is woven into all aspects of our work and our employees' lives, from the way we treat each other to the way we support the community. To promote and foster a fun and healthy work environment, we appreciate employees through great benefits, a healthy work life balance and room to grow and develop. Surround yourself with : Peers who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We serve Salt Lake County and envision a safe and beautiful place for all to live work and have fun. Salt Lake County is about connecting people and championing our community. Community is more than a place.its our heart and service that bring us together. We encourage a work life balance : Working for Salt Lake County is more than just a paycheck. A career with Salt Lake County includes several benefits and perks. We support our employees with 12 holidays, up to 24 vacation days, 12 sick days and one personal day every year. Some positions have a hybrid work environment giving you flexibility to manage working from home and being in office. Additional Benefits may include : Retirement options for hybrid pension / 401(k) or 401(k) only with a 10% contribution, medical coverage including a 100% county paid premium option-Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for adult designees, health savings account with a county contribution up to $1200 / year, flexible spending account, 100% county-paid long-term disability and short-term disability option, professional development including professional membership fees paid, tuition reimbursement, plus : Onsite medical clinic, childcare and gym; hospital insurance, pet insurance auto and home insurance and discounts at County facilities.

Job Summary : Performs as lead worker over flood control crews responsible for maintenance and repair work on highways, drainage structures, and streams, snow removal and minimal landscaping. Fills in for field drainage supervisor when absent from job site.

Minimum Qualifications

Five (5) years' experience in a field closely related to these duties, OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the State of Utah at the time of hire. Must obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the State of Utah within six (6) months of hire. Must possess a current Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Medical Card at the time of hire. Must obtain a Flagging Certification and a Forklift Certification within six (6) months of hire. Must be current on all required training certificates (Defensive Driving, Internal SOP's, Equipment certifications). Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting in this position. Will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing. May be subject to post accident and reasonable suspicion alcohol and drug testing.

Essential Functions

Leads assigned crew personnel in the maintenance of rivers and streams. Reads and interprets engineering drawings or diagrams and maintains updated and current knowledge of flood control facilities. Trains less experience personnel in the care and operation of assigned equipment. Assists in coordination of maintenance activities with utility agencies. Contacts proper agencies promptly when unsafe conditions are found. Sets priorities during an emergency and snow removal. Prepares routine reports to maintain management control of authorized services performed within budgetary guidelines. Coordinates and schedules with drainage field supervisor for use of crews, equipment, and materials. Investigates and resolves citizen complaints within assigned area, maintains safety and reduces County liability.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

Knowledge of : Methods, materials, and equipment necessary to perform flood control construction, landscaping, maintenance / repair, and snow removal work. Equipment operating principles and procedures and care. Hazards and safety precautions common to highway / flood control construction, landscaping, maintenance / repair, and snow removal work. Current flood control techniques. Pertinent OSHA and / or MUTCD safety rules and regulations. Salt Lake County geography. Skills and Abilities to : Communicate well with crew in providing verbal and written procedures and instructions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other Departments / Divisions, and the public. Operate a light truck (pick-up) or sedan, bob-tail truck, 10-wheeler dump truck, sander unit, snow-plow unit, chipper, mowing machine. Use standard and specialized tools and materials. Perform heavy manual labor in all weather conditions. Prepare daily records of work performed. Keep in compliance with and follow standard practices and procedures common to flood control construction, landscaping, maintenance / repair, and snow removal work.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

This position requires extensive physical labor including, but not limited to : lifting, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, standing, walking on uneven ground. Risk factors : climbing trees, rigging in trees, tree removal from aloft, insect bites, working in and or around swift water and climbing ladders. Must be able to carry objects repetitively over 75 lbs. (occasionally over 100 lbs.) with assistance. Includes regular exposure to extreme weather conditions, dirt, dust, fumes, chemicals, smoke, and loud noises. Work is occasionally performed in confined spaces and at heights up to three (3) stories. Exposed to high volumes of traffic and while performing flood control maintenance work.

Important Information Regarding This Position : This position is subject to being called to work prior to or after the scheduled shift. Availability may be required for rotating twelve-hour day and night shifts during the event of an emergency. Must be available for emergency call out and snow removal. In an emergency event or an officially declared State of Emergency, responds as directed to ensure the restoration of essential public services, facilities and infrastructure.