Road Maintenance Worker V - Lead

Under limited supervision, functioning as a lead worker, the Road Maintenance Worker V - Lead operates light and heavy equipment; performs advanced, skilled, and semi-skilled maintenance and construction work within a framework of procedures to assure the overall success of operations and maintenance of all County-maintained roads, bridges, and County landfills. Incumbents may be assigned to Road Maintenance or to Bridge Maintenance, depending upon license qualifications. Performs other duties as assigned.

This position requires a valid CA Class A Commercial Driver's License (Manual Transmission), with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsements.

Applications due January 29, 2026
To apply, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mendocinoca/jobs/5191858/road-maintenance-worker-v-lead-roads



Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Perform lead worker activities such as: assign work and instruct crews in work procedures and safe work practices; provide technical assistance to crews in resolving difficult problems; make recommendations in performance appraisals and report problems to the supervisor.
Perform the most complex duties requiring a high level of skill and expertise in equipment operation and technical knowledge.
Operate various pieces of light to heavy equipment and various other related equipment and vehicles to perform the essential functions of the job.
Perform generalized maintenance and safety checks on equipment by refueling, greasing, and checking oil, water, and/or other equipment and vehicle components.
Complete daily reports and fuel and material inventories by recording data such as: individual equipment utilized and/or transported, maintenance needed, accidents, and other related issues.
Transport heavy equipment and machinery to and from job sites on tilt trailers.
Transport materials using transfer trailer truck to and from job sites.
Perform maintenance at County landfills.
Maintain safety and security of worksites, crewmembers, and the public.
Respond to emergency calls in off hours as required.
May transport, direct, and monitor an inmate work crew and ensure compliance with inmate work crew rules and practices.
May act as supervisor for brief periods of time during the absence of a supervisor.
Perform other related duties as assigned.


ROAD MAINTENANCE ASSIGNMENT
(In addition to general duties, may include but is not limited to the following:)

Perform excavations and general maintenance and repair on roads, ditches, and road access areas.
Load and transport water, rock, fill, debris, and various other materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
Dig, install, remove, and maintain culverts, soft spots, and sub-surface drains.
Pave, patch, smooth, paint, stripe, and perform detailed work on new and existing roads; construct fences and guardrails.
Perform snow removal, ice control, and storm patrol work.
Perform sign maintenance.
Perform seeding and reseeding functions.
Perform traffic monitoring and control as determined by supervisor.


BRIDGE CREW ASSIGNMENT
(In addition to general duties, may include but is not limited to the following:)

Perform carpentry work in the construction and repair of bridges, box culverts, guardrails, retaining walls, and related structures.
Operate various hand and power tools associated with the construction and maintenance of bridges and related structures.
Maintain and repair steel bridges by erecting and securing steel girders, stringers, guardrails, and other components.
Construct wooden forms, form panels, and bracing for various concrete structures.
Perform rough and detailed concrete work, including estimating, placing, and finishing.
Perform general maintenance and safety checks on equipment, including refueling, greasing, and checking the oil, water, lights, and other vehicle components.
Maintain files and records pertaining to equipment use, maintenance, accidents, and other areas.
Prepare and submit inventories of materials and supplies used and transported.
Assist in the construction of various wooden structures such as storage sheds, utility buildings, workshops, and other related structures.
Assist in preparation of monthly inventory and material usage reports.
Perform form stripping, finish work, painting, and clean-up duties on bridges and other related structures.
Clean and paint various wooden bridge elements.
Clear debris and log jams from streams and channels.
Excavate footings and foundations.
Reinforce steel culverts with concrete.
Sand blast and paint various steel bridge elements.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education and Experience:
Road Maintenance:
High school diploma or GED, and one (1) year of experience equivalent to that of Road Maintenance Worker IV with Mendocino County, or three (3) years of progressively responsible related experience such as: construction or landscaping work involving the grading or moving of solid material such as sand, gravel, or earth; utilizing equipment or hand tools in the clearing of land or road construction; or other or other related work requiring a Class A license; or, a combination of related education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Bridge Maintenance:
High school diploma or GED, and one (1) year of experience equivalent to that of Road Maintenance Worker IV with Mendocino County, or three (3) years of progressively responsible related experience performing duties such as: bridge construction and maintenance; building concrete forms; general building construction; metal fabrication and welding, or other work requiring a Class B license; or, a combination of related education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:
Road Maintenance:
Valid CA Class A Commercial Driver's License (Manual Transmission), with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsements.

Bridge Maintenance:
Valid CA Class B Commercial Driver's License (Manual Transmission), with Air Brake with Tanker Endorsements.

Special Requirement:
Incumbents assigned to direct an inmate work crew must pass a background check.

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