Roads Maintenance Technician

The Roads Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing skilled labor and general maintenance work related to the upkeep, repair, and safety of all POA-owned roads and associated infrastructure. This includes road surface repair, drainage system maintenance, signage installation, debris removal, and seasonal operations such as snow and ice control. The technician plays a vital role in ensuring safe and navigable roads for residents and visitors within the community. 

The Roads Maintenance Technician provides exemplary service in a manner consistent with the values and mission of the Castle Group.  He or she performs all responsibilities while demonstrating outstanding customer service skills representative of Castle Royal Service. 

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance of POA roads including patching potholes, sealing cracks, grading gravel roads, and repairing pavement. 

• Inspect roads and shoulders for wear, damage, and hazards; report and/or address deficiencies promptly. 

• Maintain and clear drainage systems such as ditches, culverts, and stormwater pipes. 

• Perform erosion control work including installing riprap, silt fences, and drainage structures. 

• Install and maintain road signs, traffic control devices, and safety markers as directed. 

• Set up temporary signage and barriers for work zones and emergencies. 

• Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment such as dump trucks, graders, backhoes, compactors, and hand tools. 

• Conduct routine inspections and minor maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment; report major issues. 

• Assist with other POA maintenance tasks including grounds work, facility support, and special projects as needed. 

• Respond to service requests and emergencies as part of a rotating on-call schedule. 

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• High school diploma or GED required. 

• 2+ years of experience in road maintenance, construction, or related field preferred. 

• Experience operating heavy machinery and working with asphalt, gravel, and concrete. 

• Knowledge of roadway safety standards and construction best practices. 

• Ability to read maps, work orders, and maintenance schedules. 

• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred or willingness to obtain. 

• Ability to perform physical labor in outdoor environments under various weather conditions. 

Physical requirements 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Ability to lift 50lbs. following appropriate safety procedures.   

• Ability to: 

• work in an upright standing position for long periods of time 

• Crawl in small and tight spaces.  

• work in different environmental working conditions (e.g. heat, cold, wind, rain).  

• Walk and climb stairs.  

• Regularly exposed to loud noise, dust, fumes, and extreme weather. 

• Extensive use of fingers for typing and visual use of the computer monitor.  

• Handle, grasp, feel objects and equipment.  

• Reach with hands and arms.  

• Ability to quickly and easily navigate property/buildings are required to meet the job functions.  

• Repeat various motions with wrists, hands and fingers.  

• Ability to detect auditory and/or visual emergency alarms.  

• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights above ground level. 

• Ability to hear, understand and respond appropriately to verbal requests made in person and over the telephone. 

• Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone. 

• Ability to stoop and bend. 

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends if needed. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

Castle is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws. 

DISCLAIMER 

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be supplemented at any time based on organizational needs. In addition, management has the right to change any portion of this job description at any time and for any reason.