Road Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

• Participate in the maintenance, construction, and repair of native, gravel, and paved roads.
• Maintain and repair bridges, structures, culverts, and other drainage facilities.
• Operate a variety of heavy and specialized machinery, including graders, backhoes, front-end loaders, and dump trucks.
• Patrol county roads to identify hazardous areas and necessary repairs.
• Perform road maintenance tasks such as patching potholes, cutting brush, burning weeds, and flagging.
• Install, paint, and repair guard rails, signs, and signposts.
• Conduct minor repairs and preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of experience operating trucks or heavy equipment in road maintenance or a related field.
• Ability to obtain a Class A CDL.
• Ability to obtain a DOT Medical Certificate.
• Ability to obtain Flaggers Certification within six months of employment.
• Ability to pass a background check and meet insurance eligibility requirements.

About the Company

Franklin County (WA) is dedicated to providing essential public services and maintaining safe, reliable infrastructure for our community through the Public Works department.