AHTD - Classification Specifications

Crew Leader - Grade XI

Characteristics of Work

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the various phases of crew work to facilitate the completion of specific assignments.

Examples of Work

The following examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. No attempt is made to be exhaustive. Related, similar, or other logical duties are performed as assigned. The Department may require employees to perform functions beyond those contained in job descriptions. The Department may modify job descriptions based on Department needs. The Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department is an "at will" employer.

• Supervise and direct crew functions and equipment and material movements to maintain proper construction and maintenance procedures and allow the completion of work.
• Direct crew functions in regard to the preventive maintenance for all consigned assets.
• Assist the Area Maintenance Supervisor or Job Superintendent for the safeguarding of consigned Department assets and provide reasonable assurance regarding the proper execution and recording of transactions.

Minimum Requirements

The educational equivalent to a high school diploma. Knowledge of Department construction and maintenance procedures and practices, as well as applicable safety regulations and precautions. Knowledge of Department policies and procedures. Equipment operation or construction experience essential. Leadership capabilities.

Additional Requirements - Buildings Management

Extensive experience in heating, air conditioning, electrical and plumbing repair. Boiler operator license and demonstrated supervisory experience. Valid driver’s license. Ability to work nights, weekends and/or holidays, as needed.

Additional Requirements - Districts

Knowledge of the Maintenance Management System and EPA and ADEQ requirements. Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, and to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records. Valid Class A commercial driver's license with tanker (“N”) endorsement.  Pre-employment drug test required and subject to random drug testing according to the provisions of the AHTD Drug Testing Program.

Additional Requirements - Heavy Bridge Maintenance

Ability to prepare traffic control plans based on the Uniform Traffic Control Manual. Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, and to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records. Valid Class A commercial driver's license with tanker (“N”) endorsement.  Pre-employment drug test required and subject to random drug testing according to the provisions of the AHTD Drug Testing Program.

Additional Requirements – Pavement Profiling Section, Maintenance

Thorough knowledge of and experience in milling equipment and operations. Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, and to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records. Valid Class A commercial driver's license with tanker (“N”) endorsement.  Pre-employment drug test required and subject to random drug testing according to the provisions of the AHTD Drug Testing Program.