Equipment Operator 3 (4790-29)

Hamilton County Government • Cincinnati, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position functionally supervises work of Equipment Operators 1 and 2 engaged in maintenance of storm sewers and/or fire hydrants. The role performs highly skilled operations using heavy motorized equipment (e.g., backhoe, dump truck, dozer, loader, crane, etc.) to dig and haul materials (e.g., sand, gravel, concrete, pipe, sewer lines, mains, hydrants and other related components). The Equipment Operator 3 receives inquiries and investigates service complaints. Additionally, the role operates a jackhammer, chain cutter, welding torch, and a variety of other power drills and hand tools to perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks to install, repair, and maintain water and sewer lines, mains, hydrants, and other related components. The position also involves servicing and performing maintenance on equipment and tools used, and preparing and submitting reports reflecting work performed, materials used, and work orders.

Requirements

• Two (2) years experience as Equipment Operator 2 - Planning & Development or similar position and/or experience or training which indicates a basic knowledge of supervision and an advanced knowledge of Planning & Development Field Operations procedures.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License - Class A.
• Works outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Regularly required to perform manual labor such as: lifting, digging, and climbing.
• Works in confined spaces and awkward positions that require bending and twisting.
• Works with heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Functionally supervises work of Equipment Operators 1 and 2 engaged in maintenance of storm sewers and/or fire hydrants.
• Performs highly skilled operations using heavy motorized equipment (e.g. backhoe, dump truck, dozer, loader, crane, etc.) to dig and haul materials (e.g., sand, gravel, concrete, pipe, sewer lines, mains, hydrants and other related components).
• Receives inquiries and investigates service complaints.
• Operates jackhammer, chain cutter, welding torch and a variety of other power drills and hand tools to perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks to install, repair and maintain water and sewer lines, mains, hydrants and other related components.
• Services and performs maintenance on equipment and tools used.
• Prepares and submits reports reflecting work performed, materials used, work orders, etc.

Benefits

• Starting Pay: $30.60 an hour
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 Paid Holidays, three weeks of vacation in the first year, immediately accruing paid sick time, and paid parental leave.
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution and a defined benefit option.
• Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed