Full-Time - Equipment Operator

Lee County, AL•Opelika, AL

65d

About The Position

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Operates a pot-hole patching truck, brush cutter, or soil compactor, repairs cracks, potholes, broken edges, and large dips of paved roads. Operates tractors, including bush hogs, side mowers, and other less complex equipment. Performs routine repairs and maintenance on assigned equipment; changes oil, repairs and replaces tires, and makes welding repairs. Loads patch truck with gravel and tar. Cleans vehicles and equipment. Completes safety inspections prior to operating equipment; operates equipment according to safety guidelines. Assists in traffic control at work sites. Performs other duties consistent with those in the class of Public Service Worker II. Performs pre-start-up inspections; maintains an awareness of all activity around assigned equipment and practices defensive driving when in pedestrian and vehicle traffic; takes shortest and safest routes possible in transportation operations while obeying all traffic laws. Responds to citizens' questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner. Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems. Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities. Removes trees, tree limbs, litter, and debris from County's rights-of-way; performs physical duties associated with natural disasters and other emergencies. Performs other related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of equipment operation guidelines. Knowledge of county and department regulations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of traffic hazards, safety principles, rules, regulations, and speed limits. Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair guidelines. Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles and equipment. Skill in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Skill in oral and written communication. Ability to comprehend and follow safety rules and regulations.

Requirements

Knowledge of equipment operation guidelines.
Knowledge of county and department regulations, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of traffic hazards, safety principles, rules, regulations, and speed limits.
Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair guidelines.
Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles and equipment.
Skill in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to comprehend and follow safety rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

Operates a pot-hole patching truck, brush cutter, or soil compactor, repairs cracks, potholes, broken edges, and large dips of paved roads.
Operates tractors, including bush hogs, side mowers, and other less complex equipment.
Performs routine repairs and maintenance on assigned equipment; changes oil, repairs and replaces tires, and makes welding repairs.
Loads patch truck with gravel and tar.
Cleans vehicles and equipment.
Completes safety inspections prior to operating equipment; operates equipment according to safety guidelines.
Assists in traffic control at work sites.
Performs other duties consistent with those in the class of Public Service Worker II.
Performs pre-start-up inspections; maintains an awareness of all activity around assigned equipment and practices defensive driving when in pedestrian and vehicle traffic; takes shortest and safest routes possible in transportation operations while obeying all traffic laws.
Responds to citizens' questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
Removes trees, tree limbs, litter, and debris from County's rights-of-way; performs physical duties associated with natural disasters and other emergencies.
Performs other related duties as assigned.