Concrete Specialist I **OPEN UNTIL FILLED**

JOB SUMMARY

Performs a variety of semi-skilled work in construction, maintenance, and carpentry.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year of experience related to these duties.

Must attend flagging training and certify within sixty (60) days and recertify every two (2) years.

Must attend a Defensive Driving course within the first two (2) weeks of hire and recertify as required by County policy.

Must attend and be forklift certified within four (4) months (120 days) of hire.

A valid Driver’s License accepted by the State of Utah is required at the time of hire. A valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Utah must be obtained within six (6) months of hire to operate a County vehicle.

Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at the time of hire OR obtain the Class B CDL within thirty (30) days of hire date to operate a Salt Lake County vehicle.

Must possess a current Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Medical Card at the time of hire.

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

The following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of specific duties and responsibilities will not preclude it from the position.

Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Assists in performing concrete construction, carpentry, and maintenance work on curbs, gutters, waterways, sidewalks, and flatwork.
• Installs and maintains sprinkler systems and landscaping.
• Maintains the integrity of the work area with traffic control equipment, safety equipment, and adherence to the OSHA and internal safety policies.
• Removes snow from roadways.
• Performs installation and repair of storm drain lines, catch basins, and cleanout boxes.
• Performs general repairs as needed.
• May operate some heavy equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA)

Knowledge of:  

• Concrete, structural, precast construction, finishing, and maintenance work
• Proper safety measures and precautions for concrete and maintenance work, snow removal work, and the operation of heavy equipment
• OSHA and MUTCD rules and regulations
• Blue stakes system and markings
• Methods, materials, and equipment necessary to perform highway/flood control construction, maintenance, and snow removal work
• Pipe installation specifications and standards
• Work zone traffic control systems, short and long term
• Computer programs to accomplish assigned tasks
• Density and moisture content for proper compaction
• Purchasing procedures and vendor contracts

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Required to drive and operate various types of equipment, stand, walk, use hands to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; frequent use of arms, legs, and back to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Employee regularly works outdoors and may be exposed to harsh weather conditions. Work near moving vehicles and machinery. May be exposed to fumes, smoke, and other particles.  Noise level can be extreme.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION

This position is subject to being called to work before or after the scheduled shift in the event of an emergency.