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Start Date: March 18, 2024 | End Date: July 01, 2024 County: Kennebec County Job Type: Public Works Position: Truck Driver Department: Public Works FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Union Pay Range: 19.95 - 25.00 This is a semi-skilled/skilled position involving a wide array of labor tasks as well as the operation of small and large commercial vehicles, some of which require, at minimum, possession of a valid State of Maine Class B Commercial Driver's License and Tanker's Certification.

Services and maintenance provided on behalf of the Town include those related to street and road construction, sewer and storm drainage systems construction and maintenance, winter roadway snow and ice removal and other tasks important to regular Town functions. Work is performed under the direction of the Highway Foreman. This is a full-time, union position that requires a solid record of availability for overtime based on call-ins for emergency roadway or utility systems service. Medical vaccination(s) may be required for some job functions. Essential Job Functions Performs wide array of manual and cognitive tasks including: • Shoveling, raking, sweeping, digging, paving and pavement patching • Litter control • Pipe laying or repair • Snow removal • Storm water control, sandbag placement • Culvert and manhole maintenance • Pump and heavy equipment maintenance or replacement • Assisting with light and heavy equipment repair • Operation of small and heavy commercial equipment (chainsaws, pavement cutters, jack hammers, compactors, sidewalk tractor, one-tons, single and tandem axle dump/plow trucks, vector tanker truck, front loader, etc.) • Work zone traffic control • Sign placement • Demolition, carpentry and building maintenance • Cleaning and maintenance of equipment and vehicles, fueling, vehicle inspection checklists • Employment of safety procedures • Other duties important to Town functions. Knowledge/Skills • Knowledge of proper care of vehicles and construction equipment • General knowledge of hazards of equipment and infrastructure operations and maintenance • Good visual acuity for driving • Good physical strength and agility to perform arduous tasks in adverse conditions Ability To: • Understand and follow oral and written instructions • Understand and complete checklists or safety records • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, contractors, and the public • Complete basic mathematical computations Working Conditions: • Frequently requires bending, stooping, climbing, work on uneven ground, lifting and carrying of objects up to 50 pounds individually and 100 pounds with assistance. • Requires use of ladders, tripods, and harnesses, reaching above shoulders, crouching, kneeling, crawling, and balancing above and below ground level. • Use of both feet and hands for repetitive movements such as operating foot and lever controls, handles, tools, etc. • Exposure to moving equipment and machinery • Exposure to marked changes in climate including cold, wet and dark conditions. • Exposure to dust, fumes, gases • Long hours of overnight roadway or other service Minimum Requirements • Graduation from High School or equivalent G.E.D. • Valid State of Maine Class B driver's license and Tanker Certification • Good physical condition Examples of technical skills highly preferred are: • Class A driver's license with restrictions • Road and underground utility construction experience or training • Mechanical and heavy equipment repair experience or training • Building or concrete construction experience • Plumbing or electrical experience or training • or similar trades Position is open until filled. Application on website: townofwinslow-me.gov Submit application, cover letter and resume to: Town of Winslow Human Resources 114 Benton Avenue Winslow, ME. 04901 or email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.