Transportation Maintenance Crew Leader (Tree Maintenance)
Cornwall, PA - USA
Job Summary
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- Incumbents in this class are required to possess and maintain a current CDL Class A or B with tank endorsement as well as a valid Medical Examiners Card (MEC).
- Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignment to emergency duties including snow and ice removal whenever his or her services are needed; to include mandatory winter overtime from November 1 through April 30. Various storm events will require employees to stay at work for the duration of the storm which at times could be up to a period of several days including holidays and weekends.
- Incumbents in this class will be required to have 30-mile residency from the posted job location.
- Prior to being eligible for interview and the skill evaluation practicum applicants must be certified through the Department in aerial bucket truck operation and fall protection which includes the use of a safety harness and trauma strap.
- Eligible candidates must complete an interview before participating in the skill evaluation practicum. The Agency will conduct a practicum in accordance with Department of Transportation Administrative Guidelines to assess whether applicants possess the necessary skills for the position. The practicum is part of the interview process.
- Candidates invited to interview must bring a completed Employment of Relatives Form an Acknowledgement of Ethics Receipt a valid CDL Class A or B with tank endorsement and a valid Medical Examiners Card (MEC).
- Monday - Friday
- Full-time (40 hours per week)
- First shift (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
- Location: Cornwall CT
- On-site work environment
As one of Connecticuts largest State agencies the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) employs roughly 3300 individuals across five bureaus. CTDOT is guided by its mission to improve lives through transportation. Our infrastructure and transit systems are essential to the safety and mobility of Connecticut residents and our work strengthens both economic and community development. CTDOT is committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the communities it serves and individuals with broad-ranging backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply.
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In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed abovefor at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service absent any applicable collective bargaining language and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
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- Plans crew workflow and determines priorities;
- Schedules assigns oversees and reviews work;
- Establishes and maintains crew procedures;
- Provides staff training and assistance;
- Conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations;
- Acts as liaison with operating units agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;
- Requisitions materials and equipment appropriate to the various jobs;
- Participates in performing the duties of the crew;
- May make recommendations on policies or standards;
- May prepare reports and correspondence;
- May do preliminary site inspection of assigned jobs;
- May be required to stand by for and respond to fire and/or crash emergency situations at State-owned airports;
- Performs related duties as required.
- Knowledge of tree and shrub planting and maintenance;
- Skills
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communication skills;
- in climbing and cutting trees;
- Ability to utilize computer software;
- Supervisory ability.
- Experience performing highly skilled tree-related maintenance
- Experience climbing trees using ropes harnesses and other climbing equipment
- Experience identifying tree species and assessing tree hazards
- Experience training other employees in chainsaw maintenance and operations tree climbing or other tree maintenance techniques
- Experience leading a crew or experience in an acting crew leader capacity
- Incumbents in this class will be required to accept assignment to emergency duties including snow and ice removal as required.
- Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses permits and/or certifications.
- Appointment and retention is contingent on satisfactory completion of a proficiency test or tests administered by the department.
- Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength stamina physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
- A physical examination may be required.
- Incumbents in this class are exposed to extremes of weather conditions to frequent lifting of heavy weights to highly dangerous road and traffic conditions including exposure to heights when working on bridges to poison ivy insect bites and allergy irritants during summer months and to loud and potentially dangerous machinery.
- The appointing authority may require completion of an asbestos removal program consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.
Required Experience:
Manager
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