Portsmouth, RI30+ days ago
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the state laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles on the highway; skill in the operation and servicing of heavy equipment including heavy diesel and gasoline motor equipment; the ability to operate dump trucks, tractor trailers, backhoes, front end loaders, snow plows, basin cleaners, large power mowers and a variety of other motor vehicles used in construction and maintenance of state highways; the ability to make emergency repairs and mechanical adjustments to equipment; the ability to operate a variety of power hand tools; the ability to readily understand and carry out oral and written directions; the ability to work outdoors during inclement weather and be on call during emergency situations; the ability to lift and load material; the ability to operate and use the tools required in highway maintenance work including pneumatic hammers; the ability to drive vehicles in a safe and conscientious manner; skill in the operation of specialized equipment which requires hand, foot, and eye coordination; some duties may require the use of protective equipment such as respirators, safety goggles, etc. and related capacities and abilities. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Within the Department of Transportation (DOT), to perform skilled labor and the specialized operation of a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment used in the repair of highway pavements, shoulders, roadsides, and drainage, signage, and in the control of snow and ice; may be assigned a variety of skilled maintenance tasks in support of bridge, traffic, roadside, pavement markings and facility maintenance programs; and may also perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment; and performs related work as required.