Equipment Operator

St. Mary's County Metropolitan Commission•23121 Camden Way California, MD

About The Position

The Equipment Operator operates heavy construction equipment to build and maintain water supply and wastewater disposal lines and facilities, access roads, and adjacent terrain. The role also operates supporting vehicles, tractors, and hand tools; services and makes repairs or adjustments to machines and equipment; and assists a mechanic with major repairs. The position maintains records of fuel, oil, parts, and supplies used and completes Department of Transportation truck inspection lists. Work includes clearing and grubbing sites, excavating for site work, installing drainage pipes, placing rip-rap in drainage outlets, and reseeding, liming, and fertilizing sites. The operator may serve as a crew leader, assist the Billing Department monthly with water service disconnections and restorations, and perform standby duties on a rotational basis. The hiring salary is generally $50,386–$54,817 annually.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and five or more years of experience operating heavy equipment, including three years at the journeyman level, or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience.
Ability to gain working knowledge of St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission policies and procedures.
Ability to act as a representative of St. Mary’s County Metropolitan Commission to the public.
Ability to safely operate heavy equipment, machinery, and tools.
Knowledge of relevant maintenance and repair practices and procedures.
Knowledge of safety regulations and established procedures for ensuring safety.
Ability to communicate effectively with other staff members.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Must possess a valid Maryland Commercial Driver’s License, Class A, or obtain one within 18 months.
Must obtain a Water Distribution License within 18 months.
Must obtain flagger training.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy construction equipment, including loaders, backhoes, and motor graders, to build and maintain water supply and wastewater disposal lines and facilities, access roads, and adjacent terrain.
Operate dump trucks, utility tractors, and hand tools in support of project work.
Service machines and make repairs and adjustments to machines and equipment; assist the mechanic with major repairs.
Maintain records of fuel, oil, parts, and supplies used.
Complete the Department of Transportation truck inspection list.
Clear and grub sites; excavate for site work; install drainage pipes; place rip-rap in drainage outlets; and reseed, lime, and fertilize sites.
At times, take on the role of crew leader.
Assist the Billing Department monthly with water service disconnections and restorations.
Perform standby duties on a rotational basis.
Perform other duties as assigned.