Job Information
Bingham County Chipping Crew Truck Driver (Seasonal Position) in Blackfoot, Idaho
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Bingham County
Established: April 9, 2024
Chipping Crew
Revised:
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BINGHAM COUNTY
Class Specification
Chipping Crew Truck Driver (Seasonal Position)
April 11, 2024
Salary Range: \$20- \$24/hour DOQ/DOE
Season Position - May last up to 8 months -May be less than 8 months
No County Benefits Included
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Purpose Of Class/Primary Function
The principal function of an employee in this class is to haul chips from specified sources to
roads undergoing chip seal road treatments that should only be done when surface
temperatures are reaching between 70-140 Fahrenheit. The Truck Driver primarily operates
trucks and support equipment. The work is performed under supervision of the Road and
Bridge Supervisor with on-site work assignments given by an assigned Road and Bridge
Lead. The principal duties of this class are performed in an outdoor environment and may
include working in adverse weather conditions and hazards involving the use of heavy
equipment and power tools.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (will vary by assignment)
Performs scheduled and assigned maintenance, repair, and service work on County
roads, bridges, rights-of-way, medians, and structures;
Operates a variety of vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to, dump trucks,
front end loaders and attachments, backhoes, rollers, and related equipment;
Operates a variety of hand tools and power tools, including but not limited to, sledges,
hammers, picks, air compressors, welders, chainsaws, air hammers, jacks, and related
equipment;
Operates two-way radio communication equipment to maintain contact in the field.
Removes debris and other safety hazards from roads, culverts, storm drains, and adjacent
public areas;
Performs routine and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment and maintains
service and maintenance records;
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures,
and safety practices.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Performs other related duties as required.
Bingham County
Established: April 9, 2024
Chipping Crew
Revised:
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Competency Requirements
Knowledge of:
Methods, materials, procedures, and standard practices of road, bridge, and right-of-way
maintenance, vegetation control and removal, and related duties;
Methods, materials, procedures, and standard practices of road, bridge, and right-of-way
construction and repair, including concrete and asphalt repair, removal, and replacement;
Truck and related equipment operation and maintenance;
Equipment and tool operation and maintenance practices;
Federal (OSHA and MSHA) regulations and County policies regarding safe work practices
relating to use of heavy equipment, power tools, and trench and confined workplace
safety.
Ability to:
Follow written and oral instructions;
Operate equipment, including but not limited to, grounds keeping equipment, dump trucks,
loaders, rollers, and related equipment as required;
Perform concrete and asphalt repair and replacement;
Operate hand tools;
Operate a motor vehicle, including heavy equipment;
Operate two-way radio communication equipment;
Communicate effectively with the public and other employees, occasionally in stressful
conditions;
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors,
County administrators, vendors, contractors, other state and federal agencies, and the
public.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
Demonstrate integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.
Drive both automatic and stick shift vehicles.
Acceptable Experience and Training
One (1) year experience in equipment operation, street or utility system construction and
maintenance, or a related field with emphasis on operating heavy equipment is preferred
Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and
abilities necessary to perform the duties and responsibilities of the classification.
Special Qualifications
Valid Idaho Class A CDL drivers license is required (no restr