Equipment Operator (Class A CDL required)

Brookings County•Brookings, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to operate safely and efficiently specialized medium to heavy equipment (work with heavy equipment less than 80% of the time). The work requires considerable skill in manipulating medium to heavy equipment and constant attention to safety of operation in order to prevent accidents. Assignments are outlined in detail by supervisors. Standard procedures are followed and work is inspected periodically for safety and economy in operation. The Road Foreman will work as a lead to the Equipment Operator. General supervision is received from the Highway Superintendent and/or Lead foreman and work is reviewed through the proper functioning and performance of equipment.

Requirements

Working knowledge and experience in operation of medium to heavy equipment and/or related equipment used in construction and maintenance activities or any such combination of education, experience and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.
General knowledge of procedures, techniques and standards applicable to highway and roadway maintenance and construction.
Ability to perform manual labor, withstand variable weather conditions and work extended hours if necessary.
Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Possession of a valid South Dakota Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED certificate preferred OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience as is acceptable to the hiring authority.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain medium to heavy duty capacity dump trucks, tractors, trailers, rollers, loaders, packers, power booms, recyclers, and trucks with specialized equipment to include sand spreader, hot oil distributor used in hauling materials and equipment to perform highway repair work.
Operate truck mounted snowplows and other snow removal equipment
Operate equipment of small to medium capacity such as loader, backhoe in performing highway repair and patchwork
Operate other self-propelled equipment of similar size and complexity
Operate heavy equipment on a limited basis in the performance of County functions
Perform service and minor repairs to equipment to include maintenance, tire repair, etc
Reline brakes, repair engines, pumps or compressors, and adjust bearings, clutches or carburetors.
Maintain equipment in proper operating condition by performing simple preventive maintenance tasks.
Inspect equipment prior to use to ensure that is in proper operating condition.
Cleans equipment using appropriate materials.
Assist in snow and ice removal, culvert and bridge construction and repair, and loading and hauling dirt, rocks, gravel, snow, and other materials.
Assist the Mechanic/Fabricator, Heavy Equipment Operators, and Road Foreman when not operating equipment.
Operate power driven machinery such as jackhammer to other similarly sized equipment.
Install and/or replace road signs.
Cut and remove brush from ditches.
Clean, paint, and perform other general custodial duties on County property.
Communicate any unsafe conditions or accidents/injuries in a timely manner to the supervisor in order to facilitate prompt correct or reporting.
Attend special training and familiarization workshops dealing with innovations in medium to heavy equipment operations, repairs and maintenance.
Prepare and keep records related to work order requests, labor expenditures, job status, estimates, and proposed or completed projects.
Perform work in a manner consistent with safe practices.
Wear personal protective equipment when required.
Develop and maintain positive, professional relationships with the general public and other employees.
Perform other such duties and functions as assigned and necessary to the proper performance of the position.