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Work includes upkeep of rights-of-way, drainage systems, road surfaces, signage, guardrails, and related structures. The position involves regular use of maintenance equipment but does not primarily focus on equipment operation. Work is performed under supervision of a crew leader or Highway Equipment Operator III.\nEssential Job Functions\nPerforms various highway maintenance functions:\nMaintains roadsides by mowing, applying herbicides, clearing brush and debris, spreading mulch, and removing weeds and dead vegetation.\nMaintains and repairs road surfaces by patching potholes and reconditioning unpaved shoulders and ditches.\nExcavates ditches and trenches; cuts, lays, and installs pipe and concrete storm drains.\nFabricates, installs, repairs, and maintains roadway signs; applies lettering and maintains records of sign inventory.\nOperates a range tools and equipment including mowing tractors, pickup trucks, paint machines, weed eaters, saws, chain saws, spray painter, gas operated tree pruner, gas post hole auger/driver, and transit level.\nOperates Class V or Class B commercial vehicles and smaller equipment in accordance with job requirements.\nAssists in snow removal and other weather-related emergencies.\nPaints road centerlines and edgelines.\nProvides traffic control support during roadwork and emergencies.\nOther Duties\nSupports special events by staging materials and equipment.\nPerforms janitorial or cleaning duties for County facilities as assigned.\nPerforms other related duties as assigned.\nKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)\nKnowledge --\nRoad and highway maintenance practices.\nSkill in --\nOperating various maintenance tools and equipment safely and efficiently.\nOperating leveling instruments for grading.\nAbility to --\nPerform varied road and highway maintenance tasks.\nUnderstand and follow oral and written instructions.\n Interact professionally and effectively with the public and coworkers.\nRequired Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.)\nTraining and/or Education:\nHigh school diploma or GED equivalent.\nExperience:\nTwo years of relevant experience in road or highway maintenance or a related field.\nLicenses or Certificates:\nValid driver’s license.\nMust possess or obtain within six (6) months of employment:\nValid Class B commercial driver’s license;\nCurrent Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Regulations;\nOSHA 10 certification;\nTrench Safety certification;\nConfined Space Entry certification; and\nMaryland Flagger certification.\nSpecial Requirements:\nMust be 18 years of age.\nOperation of County owned vehicle.\nMay be subject to alcohol and drug testing.\nPhysical Demands:\nRequires strenuous physical effort to perform manual work involving walking over rough, uneven terrain, repeated bending, climbing, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or lifting objects up to 100 pounds.\nUnusual Demands:\nExposure to outdoor elements including dirt, dust, noise, inclement weather, and hazards from road traffic and use of equipment.\nMay be required to work extended hours, remain on-site during emergencies, or be called in for after-hours work.\nFLSA Status:\nNonexempt\nCompensation Steps:\nPay rate: $21.10 - $22.61 per hour; $43,888 - $47,029 annually\nGrade 802, full-time position, 40 hours per week\nDepartment of Public Works, Highway Maintenance\nPosition closing date: November 25, 2026\nPlease Note: This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on November 25, 2026. To be considered for the role, ensure that your application is submitted before the deadline. The position will be removed from the website as of 12:00 a.m. on November 26th.\nCalvert County Government offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include:\n15 days of sick leave\n10 days of annual leave\n5 days of personal leave\n13 paid holidays *14 in an election year\nDefined Contribution Plan\n457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan\nMedical, dental, and vision coverage\nFlexible spending accounts\nUp to 80% tuition reimbursement\nGym membership discounts\nPlease Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.\nCalvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. 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