Heavy Equipment Operator
About The Position
Under general supervision, operates and performs minor maintenance of heavy construction vehicles and equipment to assist in the construction and maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer facilities. Operates heavy construction vehicles and equipment such as a back hoe, excavator, skid steer or truck mounted crane in digging trenches, loading trucks, lowering pipe/ shoring and back filling. Operates equipment such as a wheel loader in loading trucks at ground level. Inspects and services vehicles and makes minor repairs to all equipment. Transfers equipment and stations for safe operation. Supervises work of assigned employees. Perform related work as required or as delegated by supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED
- Five (5) years of experience in maintenance and operation of heavy construction vehicles and equipment
- Thorough knowledge of the operation, servicing and daily maintenance of heavy construction equipment and vehicles
- Considerable knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in vehicle and equipment operation
- Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and proper safety precautions
- Skill in the operation of heavy equipment used to dig trenches, lay pipe on grade and repair sewer pipe, hoist and set heavy materials, clear and grade land, spread and compact asphalt, trench compaction equipment, operate boom truck
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to supervise the work of subordinates
- Must possess an appropriate, valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with endorsements for air brakes and tanker issued by the state in which employee resides within the first three (3) months of employment.
- Must pass a D.O.T. Drug Test for this position.
- All current employees must have a 'Meets Expectations' or 'Proficient' rating on their most recent performance evaluation to be eligible.
Responsibilities
- Operates heavy construction vehicles and equipment such as a back hoe, excavator, skid steer or truck mounted crane in digging trenches, loading trucks, lowering pipe/ shoring and back filling
- Operates equipment such as a wheel loader in loading trucks at ground level
- Inspects and services vehicle and makes minor repairs
- Makes minor repairs to all equipment
- Transfers equipment and stations for safe operation
- Supervises work of assigned employees
- Perform related work as required or as delegated by supervisor
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
