Status: CLOSED Employment Opportunity:
Road Commissioner (Full Time Position), Town of Rutland
Town of Rutland Application for Employment
Town of Rutland Road Commissioner
Job Description
Job Summary
This position is to serve as the working supervisor of the Town of Rutland Highway Department, carrying out a variety of highway and town maintenance related tasks. This person is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Highway Department. This position requires experience with personnel management, all aspects of highway and bridge construction and maintenance, employee and contractor oversight, equipment operation and maintenance, job safety, mechanical ability, record keeping and communicative skills, assistance with budget development, any other tasks assigned by the Selectboard. This is an exempt full-time position, requiring flexible schedule which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Level of Responsibility
The Road Commissioner works under the broad supervision of, and reports directly to, the Selectboard.
Major Duties
The duties of the Road Commissioner shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Lead a safe, compliant, and efficient road crew. Assure compliance with all applicable OSHA regulations.
- Plan, supervise, and coordinate daily highway department operations and projects. This is a “working” position and requires the ability to operate all town equipment and perform the same jobs as other department employees.
- Monitor department operations and respond to problems daily, including complaints by the public. Relate to Town citizens in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner, appropriately responding to their complaints. When unsure how to handle a complaint, communicate with the Selectboard.
- Review and approve administrative requirements of the Road Crew, including daily timesheets, daily work logs, vehicle logs etc.
- Supervise highway personnel to obtain top quality workmanship, efficiency, employee satisfaction and morale. Ensure proper safety procedures are followed; bring unusual personnel problems to the attention of the Selectboard. Oversee employee training requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of all purchases and code invoices for the Town Treasurer.
- Carry out a regular maintenance schedule for routine and preventative maintenance of equipment and keep records on all major pieces of equipment.
- Recognize and communicate to the Selectboard any priority projects or problems.
- Recommend, communicate, and cooperate with Selectboard as appropriate in all areas, but especially regarding:
- Bidding for purchase of supplies, equipment, and contracted services as per approved budgets.
- Development of department budget and monitor spending versus budget throughout the year.
- Make recommendations for hiring/firing of highway employees.
- Develop (and modify as needed) job descriptions for highway employees and provide an annual written performance review of each employee based on job descriptions.
- Assist with review of plans cost estimates and specifications for highway projects.
- Follow weather conditions affecting highways and make provisions for any extra maintenance required. Ensure 24-hour coverage for emergency situations. High priority to winter maintenance: plowing sanding and salting operations. Requires night and weekend work.
- Maintain a working knowledge of federal, state, and local statutes and regulations affecting department operations. Ensure employees maintain all required licenses and certifications required to perform their jobs.
- Maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, and the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
- Perform any such other work as deemed necessary by the Selectboard.
- Maintain roads to Vermont Agency of Transportation Standards.
Qualifications
The Road Commissioner will have the following qualifications:
- Possess at least a high school diploma or GED.
- Valid Level B (Level A preferred) Commercial Driver’s License, and medical card.
- Significant knowledge of road construction and maintenance, culvert installation, etc.
- Experience driving trucks, plowing snow, and operating heavy equipment.
- Knowledge of highway maintenance practices and road repair techniques in all weather conditions.
- Experience or working knowledge of paving and paving materials and practices, drainage, and culvert construction.
- Knowledge of safe gravel pit practices with MSHA training or willingness to complete
- Ability to perform routine service and preventive maintenance of Town Highway Department equipment.
- Ability to communicate well, and guide and direct others.
- Ability to withstand exposure to varying weather conditions and exertion of significant physical effort.
- Ability to inspect town roads on a timely basis during winter snow events and be available at the Town Garage within 20 minutes when needed.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including excel and word.
A strong candidate will have these additional qualifications:
- Experience maintaining water and sewer infrastructure
- The ability to participate in remote hearings via Zoom, Teams, etc.
- A proven ability to with cooperate with other town department heads and town leaders
- Experience writing and reporting on federal and state grants
Terms of Employment
The Road Commissioner will be hired by the Selectboard after interview(s) and reference checks. Terms of employment will be set by the Selectboard. Six-month probationary period will be a condition of employment. The successful candidate will pass the required pre-employment drug & alcohol test and then abide by the Town of Rutland Drug and Alcohol policy.
This position does not have a term limit.
Evaluations
Annual evaluations detailing the performance of the Road Commissioner will be performed by Selectboard during which the Commissioner will be afforded an opportunity to respond to the evaluation.
Disclaimers
The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and should not be considered a comprehensive statement of duties, activities, responsibilities, and requirements. Additional duties, activities, responsibilities, and requirements may be assigned, with or without notice, at any time. This job description is neither an employment contract nor a promise of work for any specific length of time.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Town of Rutland is an Equal Opportunity employer.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary to be set by the Selectboard and will be based on qualifications and experience. The benefit package, including vacation, sick time, and insurance to be granted in accordance with the Town of Rutland Personnel Policy.
Application Window and Start Date
The application process is now open and will remain open until a well-qualified candidate is hired.
Applicant Information
Completed applications and resume can be delivered or sent to Town Hall at:
Town of Rutland
181 Business Route 4
Center Rutland, VT 05736
Attn: Bill Sweet – Road Commissioner Application Packet