Henrico

Considerable knowledge of the Division's operations and equipment; highly advanced ability to operate, maneuver and manipulate automotive and heavy motorized equipment with constant attention to safety of operation in order to prevent accidents; considerable working knowledge of motorized equipment and equipment specific to road construction and maintenance; considerable working knowledge of a wide variety of methods, equipment and materials used in road and drainage maintenance; sound working knowledge of the hazards in laboring work and of necessary safety precautions; ability to safely and efficiently operate common hand and power tools and other tools specific to assigned tasks; sound working knowledge of general maintenance and repair of motor equipment with demonstrated ability to safely and appropriately repair and maintain heavy equipment; physical condition that will permit heavy lifting, loading, pushing, reaching, stooping, and climbing while working under adverse temperatures and weather conditions; ability to work in confined spaces; considerable knowledge of traffic rules, traffic management rules, safety rules and regulations and accident-prevention practices; basic math skills with the ability to accurately track and report time and materials; ability to accurately prepare reports as needed; ability to work from plans and specifications and to follow rough sketches and oral instructions; ability to read and accurately comprehend, interpret, apply and communicate technical information accurately; ability to work under and fully understand and communicate detailed and complex instructions from the immediate supervision of a supervisor or who issues oral and written work assignments; sound problem solving skills with the demonstrated ability to appropriately resolve issues, seek approvals appropriately, and keep supervisor appropriately informed or involved; basic supervisory skills including strong training skills and the ability to effectively lead the activities of assigned work crews safely and efficiently, and to foster and maintain high morale and engagement; ability to assign and oversee the work of work groups of unskilled and semi-skilled road maintenance specialists engaged primarily in equipment operations, manual labor and maintenance duties; ability to work independently and with a team to complete assigned tasks safely and on time; ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of department staff; personal accountability including teamwork and establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with all levels of department staff; good communication and good interpersonal skills with the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; efficient computer skills with ability to create and maintain records in various systems used by the Department and the County; sound working knowledge of the safe operation of forklifts; excellent customer service skills, tact, and courtesy with the ability to positively and appropriately represent the County in all interactions with the public. Requires a safe driving record with the ability to safely operate County-owned vehicles and equipment. Requires ability to work a flexible schedule that may occur any day of the week, including weekends, and during various day and evening hours as needed.

Requires a valid driver's license with a safe driving record, a valid Class A CDL with tank endorsement N and without restrictions, a valid VDOT flagging certification, a valid confined space (maybe obtained through County training) and a valid forklift operator's certification (may be obtained through County training).

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

Completion of grade school required, completion of high school preferred, and (3) years of relevant work experience, including some experience serving as a crew leader; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)