Equipment Operator 2
About The Position
This is skilled manual work operating a variety of heavy- and light-duty construction and maintenance equipment on moderately complex projects. The employee operates equipment safely and efficiently, following established procedures and detailed instructions for new assignments. Work is subject to frequent inspections during progress and a final inspection by a supervisor upon completion. Duties also include equipment servicing and minor maintenance, emergency repairs and adjustments, reporting, manual labor, personnel training, routine clerical tasks, and related duties. The position supports normal and emergency operations and requires extended hours and 24/7 on-call availability.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent certification.
- A valid Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL), or a valid Class B CDL with a Class A learner’s permit; must pass the Class A CDL road test by the end of the trial period for current employees or probationary period for new hires.
- An N or X endorsement on the CDL or permit authorizing operation of tank vehicles.
- CDL or permit must not have the listed restrictions: E (manual transmission commercial vehicles), K (intrastate driving; applicable to employment at Trevose, Homewood, and Searights locations only), L or Z (airbrakes), or O (truck tractor/semi-trailer combination).
- A valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (DOT Physical Card).
- One year of experience operating a tractor trailer, construction, maintenance, or heavy agricultural equipment, or any combination thereof.
- Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including lifting, carrying, or exerting forces equivalent to lifting up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to work long hours during emergencies, in adverse weather, or on extended assignments; frequent travel and/or fieldwork and exposure to roadway traffic are required.
- Wear personal protective equipment and follow required safety precautions in field conditions.
Responsibilities
- Safely and efficiently operate heavy- and light-duty construction and maintenance equipment, including trucks, tractors, excavators, loaders, rollers, graders, backhoes, paint equipment, and highway cleaning equipment.
- Operate large motorized rollers to compact base or surfacing materials.
- Operate tractor trailers to transport heavy equipment or other heavy loads, and operate other assigned heavy-duty construction or maintenance equipment.
- Perform minor servicing and light maintenance on equipment; assist mechanics with repairs; make emergency repairs and running adjustments as needed.
- Develop and maintain routine reports on equipment operation.
- Perform manual labor on assigned projects and activities.
- Train personnel in equipment maintenance and operation.
- Perform routine clerical tasks.
- Work extended hours and remain on call 24/7 to assist with normal and emergency operations.
- Use the PTC radio system to transmit and receive information.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
