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 motor equipment including heavy diesel and gasoline motor equipment; the ability to operate dump trucks, 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 running 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. GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Within the Department of Transportation (DOT), to perform physical labor and the skilled operation of a variety of self-propelled mobile and other equipment used in the maintenance and repair of highway pavements, shoulders, roadsides, and drainage, signage, and in the control of snow and ice; may be assigned a variety of maintenance tasks in support of bridge, traffic, roadside, pavement markings and facility maintenance programs; may also perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment; and performs related work as required.