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Highway Maintenance Labor Crew Leader

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Highway Maintenance Labor Crew Leader

Salary

$67,428.31 - $87,656.81 Annually

Location

(Public Works Admin Bldg) Arden Hills, MN

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2025-00792

Department

Public Works

Division

Operations/RoadMaintenance

Opening Date

12/16/2025

Closing Date

12/30/2025 11:59 PM Central

Union

Local 49 - Public Works

FLSA Status

nonexempt

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Position Summary

The current vacancy is in the Public Works department. The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County.

To lead, direct and participate in the work of crews engaged in constructing, repairing and maintaining county infrastructure encompassing roads, bridges, storm sewer systems, pedestrian facilities and related structures; and to perform related duties as assigned in a safe manner ensuring employee, crew and public safety.

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Job Descriptions (http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ramsey/classspecs) . Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Examples of Work Performed

+ Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.

+ Enforce all safety rules and regulations appropriate to meet federal and state requirements and county policies. Instruct employees in safety, methods of work, and the operation and maintenance of equipment.

+ Provide open communication and feedback to the Highway Maintenance Supervisors about crew performance and ability to operate equipment and recommend training for staff.

+ Lead, direct and oversee the work of crews engaged in all aspects of road maintenance such as crack filling, curb repair, construction, bituminous resurfacing, and patching; install repair and maintain storm sewer conveyance system (catch basins, manholes, culverts, ditches); pedestrian facilities, traffic and pedestrian signs; repair and construction of retaining walls; guardrails on county roads, bridges or right-of-ways.

+ Direct and participate in the removal of snow and ice from roads and pedestrian ramps and push buttons on county roads, city streets and county facilities. Transport construction materials, light duty equipment and personnel to job sites by driving vehicles and equipment.

+ Direct, participate and oversee removal of dead animals, debris and obstructions within the roadway that create a safety hazard to motorists and pedestrian facilities within county rights of way.

+ Use and direct use of road maintenance equipment such as trucks, bituminous patch truck, loaders, rollers, sweepers, compactors, shovels, brooms, vacuum truck and survey equipment to accomplish Public Works construction and maintenance projects.

+ Use and direct use of sign/striping maintenance equipment such as pavement message/line removal, sign truck with a mobile crane, and the long line striper truck to provide pavement markings and sign maintenance on the county roadway system and other departments as assigned.

+ Use and be familiar with county’s asset management system as it relates to the maintenance of the county’s infrastructure system.

+ Lead, direct and participate in the work of crews engaging in activities such as cross walk painting, striping and signing within the sign/striping division of public works maintenance.

+ Be responsible and provide direction, crews actions, activities, and decisions for the duration of the daily shift.

+ Record daily personnel, equipment and materials used for Public Works projects.

+ Determine traffic control equipment, materials, and personnel needed at a work site to ensure the safe and timely completion of a project.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13.

Click the following to view or print the Work Performance Test (https://assets.ramseycountymn.gov/files/2025-10/Heavy%2520Equipment%2520Operator-Laborer%2520Crew%2520Leader%2520%2520Highway%2520Maintenance%2520Laborer%2520WPT.pdf) for Highway Maintenance Labor Crew Leaderin Ramsey County.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Education sufficient to provide the knowledge required.

Experience: Three years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator 1 or equivalent.

Substitution: None.

Certifications/Licensure: Completion of the Ramsey County Public Works Department Professional Development Program Specified for this job class. Must possess a Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a Tanker Vehicle and airbrake endorsement. Within a year of employment, candidates must have completed a CPR class, and must be an OSHA certified “competent” person in safe trenching techniques. Positions in this job class are subject to drug and alcohol testing pursuant to the county’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Federal Motor Carrier rules. Testing negative on required tests is a condition of employment.

Other: As required by the FMCSA, once you have accepted a job offer you will be required to register for the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and consent to a full query of your Clearinghouse record. Click this link to learn more about the clearinghouse Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse for CDL Drivers (https://assets.ramseycountymn.gov/files/2025-10/Driver-Brochure.pdf) .

Click the following to view or print the: Professional Development Program (https://assets.ramseycountymn.gov/files/2025-11/2013%2520Public%2520Works%2520Professional%2520Development%2520Program.pdf)

Exam/Screening Process Information

The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

+ Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for Highway Maintenance Crew Leader will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions – do not mark “see resume” or “see work history” as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.

Eligible List: The names of all applicants who have submitted a completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Highway Maintenance Crew Leader. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Applicants will remain on the list for 90 days or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted.

Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives to be equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application (https://assets.ramseycountymn.gov/files/migrated-files/RAMSEY\_COUNTY\_EMPLOYMENT\_APPLICATION.pdf) . You will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact [email protected] .