Fuel Operator

County of Marathon•Wausau, WI

10d•$28

About The Position

This is skilled work in the management and distribution of fuel, lubricants and maintenance of Marathon County Highway Department buildings and grounds. Work may include routine servicing and maintenance of assigned equipment. Work may extend to operation of equipment of a higher grade in accordance with established procedures. Work is performed in accordance with orders and instructions and accepted trade practices, with the employee expected to vary operating techniques in response to conditions. Employees in this class are expected to exercise independent judgment on the job. Work assignments are received from a supervisor.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent preferred.
One (1) year of paid relevant work experience.
Possession of a valid Wisconsin Class A CDL without air brake restrictions OR pass the required Class A CDL written exams and obtain a Class A CDL without restrictions on air brakes (within 6 month of hire), with tanker endorsement and Hazardous Material endorsement (within 6 weeks of hire).
Knowledge of Wisconsin state fuel regulations for handling, transporting and delivering diesel and unleaded fuel.
Knowledge of the capabilities, limitations, and hazards involved in the assigned equipment.
Knowledge of construction and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
Some knowledge of, or the ability to learn quickly, the geography of the assigned work area.
Ability to work effectively without close supervision.
Considerable skill in the operation of assigned equipment.
Knowledge of proper safety precautions required when using power equipment.
Skill in operating assigned winter road maintenance equipment.
Knowledge of Force Computerized Equipment on snow equipment.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of highway construction and maintenance.
Ability to operate trucks and equipment effectively, safely, and efficiently.
Ability to accurately calculate and record material quantities and perform legible. documentation of various work activities.
Some positions require knowledge in reading blueprints and the ability to use this information to complete required construction and maintenance tasks.
Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
Ability to perform routine operations without close supervision.
Ability to perform moderately heavy manual work.
Ability to follow both oral and written instructions.
Ability to recognize equipment in need of maintenance.
Ability to contribute to a positive work culture that fosters excellent customer service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

Perform required State of Wisconsin monthly inspections and document
Routine inspection of fuel island barriers and report as needed
Routine inspection and replacement of fuel dispensing gun nozzles, hoses and fuel dispensing components as required
Routine maintenance if the replacement of fuel dispensing filters
Perform required fire extinguisher monthly inspections at four Marathon County Highway Department facilities
Coordinate the distribution and deliver fuel to a variety of Marathon County Construction Equipment at multiple construction sites, up to 2000 gallons daily, May through September
Maintain records of fuel distribution to county equipment at remote sites.
Perform maintenance and repairs on over twenty-five Marathon County Highway Department buildings.
Maintenance and repairs include but are not limited to: HVAC- diagnosing and repairing or replacing inoperative components and by-weekly replacing filters Maintaining and repairing used oil furnace Lighting- diagnosing and repairing or replacing inoperative lights, including rewiring or upgrading fixtures to LED Plumbing- diagnosing and repairing water leaks Buildings- Repairs including roof leaks, rain gutters, damage to buildings, refurbish and painting of buildings
Operate and maintain man lift and other necessary equipment to maintain and repair county buildings and grounds.
Serve as lead worker; directs work of lower level employees for assigned projects.