KENDALL COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT

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1 KENDALL COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Highway Maintenance Crew Member Immediate : Highway Maintenance Foreman FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150 Revision Date: September 9, 2016 Job Summary: Highway Maintenance Crew Members will perform tasks related to the maintenance and repair of highways and bridges, as well as maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment used in highway and bridge maintenance. Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Specific tasks include, but are not limited to: Snow and ice removal, including plowing, winging, and applying deicing products during normal business hours and after normal business hours, on weekends and as required during inclement weather, emergency or special events Mowing, weed whipping, pesticide application and landscape maintenance, including tree removal and trimming Patching and repair of highways and bridges Installation, maintenance and repair of signs and other traffic control devices Installation, maintenance and repair of tiles, culverts and storm sewers Operation of dump trucks and heavy/highway equipment, including, but not limited to, loader, backhoe and grader Operation of small engines, including, but not limited to, saws, chainsaws, drills, pumps and compressors, Maintain a clean work environment in Department buildings and county-owned equipment Use, inspect, repair and perform routine maintenance to County-owned vehicles and equipment Perform any other duties as required or assigned Education, Qualifications and License Requirements: Minimum high school diploma or GED, as well as good knowledge of the English language, spelling and grammar Ability to speak effectively with supervisors, other employees and the general public Understanding of documents such as MSDS, equipment operating instructions, safety manuals & procedure manuals Ability to write routine vehicle inspection reports and maintain accurate vehicle and equipment maintenance records Knowledge of the materials, methods and practices used in highway and bridge maintenance Valid Illinois Driver s License and Commercial Driver s License, Class A or B Valid Pesticide Applicator s License or ability to obtain such within 12 months of employment Physical Requirements: Must be able to frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach and carry with hands and arms Must have ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and carry up to 75 lbs. Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle, feel and operate equipment Operate motor vehicles to travel to and from meetings, training, conferences and assigned work duties Ability to work both indoor and outdoor work areas, and may be subjected to all weather elements Must be able to walk, climb and possibly run on uneven ground and rough terrain Must have ability to talk and hear in person and via use of telephone Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision and depth perception

2 Kendall County Highway Department 6780 Route 47 Yorkville, IL (630) Employment Application Date of Application: Kendall County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants and/ or employees on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, ancestry, military status, genetic information and/ or any other basis prohibited by federal, state and/ or local laws, regulations and ordinances. Position Title applied for (title inserted by employer): Position Represented by Union (inserted by employer): ( ) No ( ) Yes Last Name: First Name: Middle Initial Address: City, State & Zip Code Home Telephone Number: Work Telephone Number: Mobile Telephone Number: Address: How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Name of Newspaper Kendall County website Other (Please specify) Name of Employment Agency County Employee (Name of Employee) Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Yes No (Please note proof of eligibility to work in the United States will be required upon offer of employment.) Are you over the age of 18 years? Yes No (If no, you may be required to provide authorization from a parent or guardian and / or your school.) Can you with or without reasonable accommodation, perform the essential functions of this job? Yes No (If you have questions regarding the functions of this job, ask the interviewer before answering this question.) Have you ever applied to Kendall County in the past? Yes No (If yes, provide date, position and department) Date Position Department Have you ever worked for Kendall County in the past? If yes, please provide the date you began and ended your former position as well as the title of that position. Employment Began on: Date Ended Title: 1

3 DRIVER S LICENSE (Only for positions which require driving) Are you legally authorized to drive in the State of Illinois? Do you have a Commercial Driver s License (CDL)? ( ) Yes ( ) No Have you been convicted of any moving violations in the past five years? If yes, please explain: Have you ever been convicted of a crime other than a traffic violation? ( ) Yes ( No Applicant is not obligated to disclose sealed, expunged or impounded records of conviction or arrest pursuant to Section 12 of the Illinois Criminal Identification Act, 20 ILCS 2630 / 12. A Yes response will not disqualify an application for consideration for a position. Such information is only relevant in determining whether the conviction is directly related to the position for which you are applying). If yes, please explain the circumstances. Have you ever been terminated or asked to resign from any job? Yes No If yes, please explain circumstances. 2

4 Which employment status do you prefer? ( ) full time ( ) part time ( ) intern What starting hourly rate of pay or salary (annualized) do you desire if employment is offered to you? $ Hourly Rate or $ Salary (annualized) Please indicate date you are available to start employment? Please indicate Days and Hours available: DAY SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY AM PM Please list any academic honors, scholarships, offices held, etc. that are relevant to the position for which you are applying. (Do not list any which reflect your race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by Federal or State Law) Describe any specialized training, apprenticeships, licenses or skills you have that are relevant to the position for which you are applying: 3

5 Have you received any job-related training in the United States Military? ( ) Yes ( ) No (If yes, please provide dates and explanation.) DATE DESCRIBE TRAINING EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND Type of School High School Name and location of School Degree Earned or Years completed Field of Study (Major and Minor) Colleges or Universities Technical Schools PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES: (Please list up to six persons who are not related to you and are either current or previous supervisors or co-workers who can provide professional references.) Name Address Phone Number Relationship/Occupation Years Known 4

6 EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Please begin with current or most recent employer. Do not exclude any employment. Include any applicable temporary employment. Attach another sheet if necessary. Explain any gaps in employment. Company Name and Company Name and 5

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8 Company Name and Company Name and Please provide any other information that you feel will help us in considering your application for employment. 7

9 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING. APPLICANT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND AUTHORIZATION Kendall County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants and/ or employees on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, ancestry, military status, genetic information and/ or any other basis prohibited by federal, state and/ or local laws, regulations and ordinances. I hereby certify that all of the information provided by me in this application (and any other accompanying or required documents) is correct, accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the falsification, misrepresentation or omission of any facts in said documents or interview(s) may cause rejection of my application for employment or may cause immediate termination of employment regardless of the timing or circumstances at discovery. I understand that submission of an application does not guarantee employment. I further understand that, should an offer of employment be extended by Kendall County and if I become a non-union employee of Kendall County, such employment with Kendall County is employment at will for no specified duration and may be terminated by either Kendall County or me at any time with or without cause, and with or without notice. I understand that, if I am selected for a position that is part of a bargaining unit represented by a union, my employment will be subject to the applicable terms and conditions of the union contract. I understand that none of the documents, policies, procedures, actions, or statements of Kendall County or its representatives during the application process is deemed a contract of employment real or implied. I understand that no individual representative of Kendall County has the authority to enter into any contract of employment or any agreement contrary to the foregoing statements and that any such agreements must be made in writing approved by a majority of the County Board and signed by the of Chair of the Kendall County Board. In consideration for employment with Kendall County, if employed, I agree to conform to the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of Kendall County at all times and understand that such obedience is a condition of employment. I understand that if offered a position with Kendall County, I may be required to submit to a pre-employment medical examination, drug screening and background check as a condition of employment. I understand that unsatisfactory result from, refusal to cooperate with, or any attempt to affect the results of these preemployments tests and checks will result in withdrawal of any employment offer or termination of employment if already employed. I understand and agree that all information furnished in this application may be verified by the County or its authorized representatives. I waive any right I may have to be notified by any individuals and organizations name in this application prior to prior to the release of any information to the County. I further authorize any and all schools, former employers, references, courts and any others who have information about me to provide such information to Kendall County and/or any of its representatives, agents or vendors and I release all parties involved from any and all liability for any and all claims and damages that may result from providing such information. I understand that this application is considered current for three months. If I wish to be considered for employment after this period I must fill out and submit a new application. I understand that certain information I provide to Kendall County may be provided to the public as required by the Illinois Freedom of Information Act. BY SIGNING BELOW I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD AND AGREE TO THE ABOVE STATEMENTS. Signature of Applicant Date Provide name and phone number of person completing this form if other than applicant: 8