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Job Description
Examples of Duties
Please Note: The location for this assignment is Merced, CA. and Los Banos, CA.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:- Operate a variety of heavy road maintenance and construction equipment including trucks and backhoes in cutting and backfilling large trenches, patch trucks, water trucks, wheel tractor, rotovator, rollers and mowers in road maintenance and construction projects.
- Perform a variety of heavy physical including the operation of equipment, digging and backfilling of trenches, clearing of brush, limbs, and trees for right-of-way, and debris from culverts and ditches.
- Perform general maintenance and makes minor repairs on equipment assigned.
- Pave, patch, repair roads, construct and maintain bridges.
- Load and rake and shovel asphalt, operate a jack hammer in road repair.
- Straighten and replaces road signs, clean drainage ditches and catch basin.
- Work on painting crew to stripe/stencil roads on temporary relief assignments.
- May assist in the operation of the spray truck to apply herbicides to roadsides.
- Keep time and equipment records.
- Operate caterpillar tractors with carryall scrapers in cutting and filling earth work to exact engineering grade stakes and truck-mounted rotoboom cranes and self-propelled crawler cranes in road maintenance and construction projects.
- Use draglines in the loading of road materials on trucks, motor graders in mixing and laying out road mix and in grading road base to exact engineering grade.
- May act in a lead capacity to oversee and distribute work to Road Maintenance Workers.
Minimum Qualifications
ROAD MAINTENANCE WORKER I
Experience:
None
Education:
12th grade or GED equivalent.
License:
Incumbents must obtain a valid Class "B" California driver's license within 120 days of
appointment or be removed from this classification. Incumbent will also be required to possess
and maintain a valid Class "A" California driver's license if training to operate a semi-truck and
trailer rig or operating such equipment on a temporary basis. Positions in this classification
required to apply herbicides must possess valid Applicator Certification.
ROAD MAINTENANCE WORKER II
Experience:
One (1) year of road maintenance work and construction experience comparable to that of a Road Maintenance Worker I in Merced County.
License:
Possess and maintain a valid Class "B" California driver's license. Incumbent will be required to possess a valid Class "A" California driver's license if training to operate a semi-truck and trailer rig or operating such equipment on a temporary basis. Positions in this classification
required to apply herbicides must possess Applicator Certification.
ROAD MAINTENANCE WORKER III
Experience:
Three (3) years of road maintenance experience, including one (1) year performing duties comparable to those of Road Maintenance Worker II in Merced County which included training and experience in heavy equipment operations.
License:
Possess and maintain a valid California Class "A" driver's license. Positions in this classification applying herbicides must possess a valid Applicator Certification.
IDENTIFIED SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONS IN THIS CLASSIFICATION WILL BE SUBJECT TO PRE-EMPLOYMENT, POST-ACCIDENT, REASONABLE SUSPICION, RANDOM AND RETURN-TO-DUTY DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE COUNTY OF MERCED DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING POLICY
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Communicate effectively with others in person and over the telephone.
- Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.
- Perform job duties under stressful conditions.
- Respond appropriately to situations.
- Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
- Lift and move with help objects weighing over 100 pounds.
- Wear a respirator, safety glasses or other protective clothing and equipment.
- Conduct activities on uneven surfaces under various environmental conditions.
- Frequently operate large, heavy equipment on uneven and/or rough terrain.
- Frequently drive vehicles and maintain equipment.
- Frequent use of depth perception, peripheral vision and color perception.
- Sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
- Frequently lift, carry, reach, push, pull, twist and manipulate large and small objects.
- Occasionally kneel, bend, twist, squat, climb, balance and crawl.
- Occasionally climb equipment up to 14 feet in height.
- Frequently work around dust, dirt, and noise.
- Constant use of hand-eye coordination.
- Frequent repetitive hand and arm motion.
- Occasional risk of exposure to hazardous materials.
- Normal dexterity, frequent holding, grasping, repetitive motion.
- Regular attendance is an essential function.
- Methods, procedures, tools, and materials used in the construction, repair and maintenance of roads.
- Operation and maintenance of a variety of road maintenance equipment.
- Provisions of the California Vehicle Code relating to the operation of medium and heavy equipment on streets and roads.
- Safe work practices.
- Provisions of the California Vehicle Code relating to the operation of medium and heavy equipment on streets and roads.
- Methods, procedures, tools, and materials used in the construction, repair, and maintenance of roads.
- Operate and maintain a variety of road maintenance equipment.
- Read and set construction staking.
- Maintain and make minor repairs to assigned equipment.
- Keep simple records.
- Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
- Read blueprints to locate cables and underground telephone lines.
HOLIDAYS & LEAVES
VACATION
10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours).
SICK LEAVE
0.0625 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 16 days (130 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.
HOLIDAYS
Twelve paid holidays annually plus two optional holidays.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE
Five (5) regularly scheduled workdays.
INSURANCE
HEALTH INSURANCE
Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units.- Anthem 500 EPO
- Anthem 1500 EPO
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
- County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)
State Disability Insurance (SDI)
Merced County non-management employees are enrolled in the State Disability Insurance Program (SDI). Premiums for this insurance are paid by the employee. This insurance is administered solely by the State, who determines eligibility and payments. Benefit amounts are based on the quarter with the highest wages earned within the base period.
LIFE INSURANCE
County-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance- Represented Employees $10,000
RETIREMENT
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Employees choose their investment funds and can make pretax contributions to the plan up to the maximum allowable.
MERCED COUNTY EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION
The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the County Employees Retirement Law of 1937 and other provisions of the California Government Code. MCERA members also pay into Social Security.The applicable benefit formula is dependent upon your hire date with an MCERA employer; yourpension amount will be determined by your age, years of service and final compensation amount.
EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES DO NOT QUALIFY FOR COUNTY BENEFITS.
EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
Anthem EAP services provide up to five face-to-face counseling sessions per incident and provides a toll-free "800" hotline available 24/7 for emergencies and crisis intervention. EAP services include counseling services, legal services, financial services and work-life resource services.
EMPLOYEE TICKETS, COUPONS, and DISCOUNTS
The County of Merced has partnered with Employee Savings Tickets to provide discounted coupons and tickets for all county employees to attractions throughout the state and out-of-state. The discounts and coupons are available for shopping, movies, sporting events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums and much more.
THIS BULLETIN IS NOT A CONTRACT AND DOES NOT CREATE CONTRACTUAL OR LEGAL RIGHTS ON BEHALF OF ANY EMPLOYEE. THIS BULLETIN IS SUBJECT OF BEING SUPPLEMENTED, MODIFIED, WITHDRAWN OR OTHERWISE CHANGED PENDING LABOR AGREEMENTS AND/OR AT THE DISCRETION OF THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER OR AS THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS DEEM NECESSARY.
For answers to specific questions regarding employee benefits, please call Human Resources at 209.385.7682
Closing Date/Time: Continuous - Operate a variety of heavy road maintenance and construction equipment including trucks and backhoes in cutting and backfilling large trenches, patch trucks, water trucks, wheel tractor, rotovator, rollers and mowers in road maintenance and construction projects.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Merced County
Show moreMerced County, located in the heart of California's Central Valley, offers a unique blend of vibrant agricultural heritage and modern development. Known as the "Gateway to Yosemite," Merced County is surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty, including nearby national parks, lush farmlands, and scenic rivers. The county's strategic location provides easy access to major urban centers like San Francisco, Sacramento, and Fresno, making it an ideal hub for both business and leisure. With a diverse economy anchored by agriculture, education, healthcare, and manufacturing, Merced County offers ample opportunities for career growth and professional development. The presence of the University of California, Merced, further enhances the county's reputation as a center for innovation and research, attracting top talent and fostering a dynamic workforce.
In addition to its economic strengths, Merced County boasts a high quality of life with a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy affordable housing, a lower cost of living compared to many other parts of California, and a family-friendly environment with excellent schools and recreational facilities. The county's rich cultural heritage is celebrated through numerous festivals, farmers' markets, and community events, creating a welcoming atmosphere for newcomers. With its combination of economic opportunity, educational excellence, and a supportive community, Merced County is not just a great place to work but also a wonderful place to live and thrive.
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