Equipment Operator III

Teller County Government • Divide, CO

6d • $33 - $34

About The Position

Teller County's Public Works department is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator III to perform specialized and skilled work in the operation of heavy and light equipment for constructing, maintaining, repairing, and improving County roads; may lead a crew; some physical labor may also be required. What You'll Do: Perform specialized and technical procedures in road and bridge maintenance and construction; operate heavy and light equipment and trucks in all phases of road and bridge construction, maintenance, and improvements. Responsible for the proficient operation of a variety of heavy and light equipment in emergency situations including snow removal and other weather or disaster related incidents. Maintain equipment in proper working condition; locate and repair mechanical problems when able, perform preventive maintenance on equipment and maintain records of such. Responsible for proper care of assigned equipment. Responsible for keeping service center, building, and grounds in a clean and orderly condition. Act as a Crew Leader as assigned. Supervises and trains Equipment Operator I and II as assigned. Attend safety and job training classes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proven work experience as a highly skilled heavy equipment operator for the construction and maintenance of roads
• Any acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the listed knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted.
• Knowledge of: High skilled road construction, maintenance and work zone traffic control; principles and processes for providing excellent customer service; proficient in operating specialized heavy equipment, assorted light equipment and trucks; maintenance of a variety of equipment; basic leadership and supervisory principles and methods
• Skilled in: Proficient in the operation of heavy equipment, assorted light equipment and trucks; maintenance of a variety of equipment
• Ability to: Work with minimal supervision; proficiently operate assigned equipment operate basic heavy equipment, assorted light equipment and trucks; provide day-to-day maintenance of equipment; manage, supervise and coordinate personnel, equipment, and materials; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with co-workers, other county departments, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and the public.
• Must be able to pass the Teller County Public Works Transportation Equipment Operator III skills test
• Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Colorado Commercial Driver’s License Class A without restrictions
• May require special license endorsements.
• Must be able to write and read; able to hear and see.
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to lift and carry 80 pounds. Must be able to use a variety of hand tools.
• Must be able to work under adverse conditions for extended periods of time. Such conditions will include dirt, noise, rain, snow and extremes of temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized and technical procedures in road and bridge maintenance and construction
• Operate heavy and light equipment and trucks in all phases of road and bridge construction, maintenance, and improvements.
• Responsible for the proficient operation of a variety of heavy and light equipment in emergency situations including snow removal and other weather or disaster related incidents.
• Maintain equipment in proper working condition
• Locate and repair mechanical problems when able
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and maintain records of such.
• Responsible for proper care of assigned equipment.
• Responsible for keeping service center, building, and grounds in a clean and orderly condition.
• Act as a Crew Leader as assigned.
• Supervises and trains Equipment Operator I and II as assigned.
• Attend safety and job training classes.

Benefits

• Two Meritain Aetna health plans to choose from –the County pays 50% to 100% of the premium depending on the plan you choose
• HSA plan – the County contributes $1,250 for employee only and $2,500 for employee plus one or more dependents
• Telehealth/Teledoc options – access quality healthcare from the comfort of your home, during your lunch break or while traveling
• Dental, Vision and Prescription drug coverage
• Basic and voluntary life coverage
• 401a retirement plan – employees contribute 4% and the County matches 8%. You are fully vested in five years.
• 457b deferred comp plans – both pre- and post-tax options available
• Paid vacation, sick, 12 holidays, 1 floating holiday
• Aflac, wellness programs, EAP, education assistance, employee discounts, uniform allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED