Heavy Equipment Operator

LED FastStart • Baton Rouge, LA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a higher classification, performs highly skilled work in the operation of large heavy-duty equipment as listed on the City-Parish's official Equipment Operator Equipment List and other related heavy equipment. Work involves responsibility for the safe operation of large heavy-duty equipment used in public works construction and maintenance. Work may also involve the operation of a variety of light and medium equipment on an incidental basis. Employees in this class operate draglines, motor graders, gradalls, front-end loaders, street sweepers, and other pieces of large heavy-duty equipment on a regular assignment. Employees are responsible for operating such equipment properly. Some positions in this classification may be on 24-hour call out for emergency situations. Close supervision may be exercised over a crew of workers as assigned. Performs other work as requested.

Requirements

• Ability to read and write.
• Two years of experience in operating large heavy-duty equipment or three years of experience in operating a variety of medium automotive equipment.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will substitute for the equipment experience requirement.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Louisiana driver's license or a valid Louisiana Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A, B, or C with appropriate endorsements.
• Must provide current license information on application and attach a license copy.
• Heavy Equipment Operator written examination required.
• Picture identification, proof of social security number and a completed online employment application are required for test room admittance.

Responsibilities

• Performs highly skilled work in the operation of large heavy-duty equipment.
• Operates draglines, motor graders, gradalls, front-end loaders, street sweepers, and other pieces of large heavy-duty equipment.
• Operates equipment properly.
• May be on 24-hour call out for emergency situations.
• May exercise close supervision over a crew of workers as assigned.
• Performs other work as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed