Equipment Operator III - Backhoe (2373)

Jefferson Parish • Parish Wide - Jefferson Parish, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to safely and efficiently operate and maintain the Backhoe and other assigned equipment according to existing safety programs, work standards, and procedures. Besides operating the Backhoe equipment, the operator will be required to inspect and maintain the equipment's tire inflation; crankcase oil levels; leaks (oil, fuel, water, etc.); coolant in radiator; lights and signal devices; clear and clean glasses, lamp lenses, mirrors; and functioning windshield wipers. The operator will also be responsible for loading and unloading the backhoe onto trailer for transportation. Operator may be required to perform laboring work with or without hand tools when not operating equipment. Performs related work as required. Depending on the other assigned vehicles for a particular position, Equipment Operator III - Backhoe Operators may be required to possess a valid Louisiana Standard (Class E), Chauffeur's (Class D), or Commercial (Classes A, B, C) Driver's License in order to perform the tasks associated with the position. The current vacancies all require driving of a Parish vehicle necessitating a Class A license, thus possession of a valid Class A driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.

Requirements

• Current employment with Jefferson Parish; PLUS, completion of the Jefferson Parish Backhoe Safety Training Program or certification by an appointing authority that the applicant has been adequately trained to operate a Backhoe.
• Verifiable, satisfactory experience operating a Backhoe.
• Completion of an approved training course in operating a Backhoe.
• Possession of a valid Louisiana Standard (Class E), Chauffeur's (Class D), or Commercial (Classes A, B, C) Driver's License may be required depending on assigned vehicles.
• Possession of a valid Class A driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference for current vacancies.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of a valid Class A driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate and maintain the Backhoe and other assigned equipment.
• Inspect and maintain equipment's tire inflation, crankcase oil levels, leaks, coolant in radiator, lights and signal devices.
• Clear and clean glasses, lamp lenses, mirrors, and ensure functioning windshield wipers.
• Load and unload the backhoe onto a trailer for transportation.
• Perform laboring work with or without hand tools when not operating equipment.

What This Job Offers

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