Road Maintenance lll at Hualapai Tribe in Peach Springs, AZ

OPEN IN-HOUSE (5 DAYS)

Job Title: (1) Road Maintenance lll

Department: HDOT/Roads Program Classification: Non-Exempt/Covered

Open: July 9, 2026 Closes: July 15, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

Operates heavy equipment; Semi/Lowboy, snow plow/spreader, water truck, roller, grader, loader, dozer, dump truck. Responsible for maintain proper road structure plus drainage on gravel roads. Also performs a variety of road maintenance and manual labor assignments, such as, but not limited to: operating jackhammer, drilling holes in rocks, shoveling of cold mix asphalt cake, raking chips, chip sealing, asphalt/cement patching, oiling, sweeping, trimming trees, weeding, mowing, removing debris, installing cattle guards, placing of barricades and cones, and flagging of traffic. Utilizes various hand and power tools and equipment such as: jackhammer, compressors, drills, chain saw, mower, shovel, rake, and weed eater.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates light to heavy equipment utilized in the maintenance and repair of roads and to haul materials and equipment. (front end loaders; rollers; sweepers; water truck; other related medium equipment, and hand tools;

• Adheres to safety procedures in work areas and in performance of work assignment

• Cleans, maintains and services required equipment and tools

• Data entry utilizing iWorQs regularly.

• Performs all other duties as assigned

• Positive mental attitude (PMA): adaptable to circumstances; able to interact and

     communicate in a positive and professional way with co-workers 
  

• Possess drive and determination for personal and professional growth

• Abide by all local, state, and federal regulations, as well as all company safety procedures

• Understand and obey directives and instructions issued by their supervisor or manager or any . other higher up

• Responds to emergency situations in off hours as required within 30 minutes of emergency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma or be able to obtain one within 12 to 18 months after hire date.
• 2-3 years of experience working with heavy equipment.
• Any combination of training, education or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position including roads maintenance work.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of proper operation of heavy equipment as well as safety standards.

• Computer proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel a plus.

• Be able to back a pickup truck with a trailer attached.

• Ability to work independently in isolated areas.

• Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action

• Critical Thinking - using logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

• Achievement/Effort -job requires maintaining personal goals that exercise

     professionalism. 
  

• Must be able to keep accurate records of equipment use and hours.

Other:

• Must be 18 years or older.

• Must have a valid class A CDL driver license or be able to obtain class A CDL permit within 3 months and the class A CDL license within 6 months of employment.

• Must be dependable and responsible. Job requires a detail oriented person and

     thoroughness in completing work tasks in a timely manner. 
  

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, some nights, weekends and holidays.

• May be required to pass a physical examination administered by a physician.

NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass mandatory drug screen prior to offer of employment.
• Submit to and pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening, finger printing clearance and random drug test thereafter.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Required to exert physical effort in handing and lifting 50 lbs. to 100 lbs. daily
• Will be exposed to potential occupational risks such as burns, cuts and exposure to hazardous
• Exposure to physical environment which includes dust, noise, odors, extreme weather or other similar elements.
• Noise from mechanical tools and equipment.
• Unusual Working Conditions: Works outside exposed to weather (e.g., including rain, lightening, floods, humidity & hot temperatures in summer time loud noise from equipment & traffic, exposed to insects such as bees, mosquitoes, flies & spiders; exposed to rodents to include mice & rats; exposed to stray dogs, dirt, dust, engine exhaust, fumes, poison ivy/sumac

HOW TO APPLY: Submit a completed Employment Application to: Human Resources Department, PO Box 179, Peach Springs, AZ 86434, fax (928) 769-1191, of call (928) 769-2215/2216 for information. To be considered for employment, the Human Resources Department must receive a completed application by 5:00 PM on the closing date.

A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application. All applications and supporting documentation submitted becomes the property of the Human Resources Department: please keep copies for your own reference.

PREFERENCE:

AII applicants are considered without regard to age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, or physical disability. However, preference will be given to qualified Community members, to qualified persons of Indian descent, then to other qualified candidates in accordance with Public Law 88-355, Section 703 (702-71) and public Law 93-638, Section 7B.

THE HUALAPAI TRIBE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER