Detail Overman
Road
RD/6
Job Summary
This position is responsible for supervising inmate labor and assisting with road work.
Major Duties
- Picks up and returns inmates.
- Maintains work assignments.
- Collects tools and equipment.
- Inspects vehicles and job site for contrabands.
- Operates chipper and patching machine.
- Cleans pipes and driveways.
- Cleans and repairs bridges.
- Trims and removes limbs from roads.
- Maintains security of public and inmates.
- Performs related duties.
- Knowledge Required By The Position
- Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures for outside detail officers.
- Knowledge of machinery operation.
- Skill in interpersonal communications.
- Skill in using equipment safely and efficiently.
Supervisory Controls
The Road Superintendent assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.
Guidelines
Guidelines include equipment manuals, the Mitchell County employee handbook, State Correction Guidelines for supervision of inmates, and Standard Operations Procedures for detail officers. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.
Complexity/Scope Of Work
- The work consists of varied inmate supervision duties. The behavior of some inmates and inclement weather contribute to the complexity of the position.
- The purpose of this position is to maintain roads and manage inmate labor. Success in this position helps ensure safe roads for the general public.
Contacts
- Contacts are typically with co-workers and inmates.
- Contacts are typically to give or exchange information.
Physical Demands/ Work Environment
Detail Officer, Road
- The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes a sense of smell.
- The work is typically performed outdoors and occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, and contagious or infectious diseases or irritating chemicals. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, and gloves.
Supervisory And Management Responsibility
This position has direct supervision over inmates.
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
- Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain certification by the Georgia Department of Corrections View Job Details
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General Statement Of Duties
Employee in this position performs work in the operation of light and heavy trucks regarding all phases of activity in the Road and Bridges Department. Employee works under the direction of and is responsible to the Road Superintendent.
Distinguishing Features Of The Position
The distinguishing features and some specific examples of the duties of the position include: light and heavy trucks in support of the Road and Bridges Department projects such as construction and maintenance of County roads; delivery and assist with installation of pipes for driveways, cross drains and culverts; operates front end loader; light and heavy vehicles; performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment/vehicles and makes equipment checks; practices occupational safety in compliance with standard safety measures; and performs other duties as required.
Desirable Qualifications
Good knowledge of operating a truck with precaution and safety. Good knowledge of all equipment used in County road work operations; ability to operate the various equipment safely and efficiently; ability to perform medium to heavy tasks pertaining to manual labor type work; good knowledge of mechanical repair and preventive maintenance of all machinery; and, ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with other employees.
Minimum Training And Experience
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