Equipment Operator III
About The Position
Operates one or more types of heavy equipment at a skilled level, including track hoes, loaders, dozers, off-road dump trucks, graders, and roll-off trucks, as well as light equipment such as mowing equipment, farm tractors, hydro seeders, and flatbed trucks. Duties may vary by incumbent. The position requires regular and predictable attendance and may include other relevant work as assigned. The work includes operating equipment for solid-waste handling and transportation, mowing and grounds maintenance, litter collection, and storm-drain clearing. The operator performs basic equipment maintenance and may assist with labor tasks or help train and oversee assigned employees. Safety is maintained through appropriate training and use of personal protective equipment. The role involves continuous equipment operation and work either with others or alone. Physical requirements include prolonged sitting or standing, walking, repetitive use of the hands, arms, and legs, and the ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds. The position may also involve bending, twisting, climbing ladders or stairs, grasping tools or equipment, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, pushing or pulling items, and transporting items up to 25 pounds. Regular communication, coordination, concentration, decision-making, and stamina are also required. Work may include irregular hours, including nights or weekends, and being on call.
Requirements
- Ability to read and write.
- Four years of combined Equipment Operator I or II experience.
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the minimum required qualifications.
- Valid Class A or B Driver’s License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
- Knowledge of the County’s geography, including major streets and landmarks.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures.
- Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations and safe operation of heavy equipment.
- Expert knowledge of and skill in operating various types of heavy equipment.
- Ability to take and follow directions from a supervisor.
- Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
- Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
- Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to meet the stated physical, sensory, and functional requirements, including equipment operation, coordination, concentration, decision-making, and stamina.
- Incumbents are subject to random drug testing due to the safety-sensitive nature of the position.
Responsibilities
- Operate bulldozers, track hoes, and front-end loaders to cover trash.
- Operate roll-off trucks to transport solid waste.
- Maintain safety through proper training and use of personal protective equipment.
- Operate mowing machines, including bush hogs and riding and push mowers, to cut grass; cut down dead trees; clear storm drains; edge sidewalks; plant shrubs; and collect litter and trash.
- Perform basic equipment maintenance, including washing, changing oil, greasing, sharpening blades, and changing flat tires.
- Assist with unskilled or semi-skilled labor such as digging or covering trash, collecting trash and residential garbage, and trimming trees and shrubs.
- Operate a pickup truck when assigned to litter control.
- Assist with training new employees and assigning, checking, and approving work of Laborers and other Equipment Operators.
- Perform other relevant work as assigned.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
