Motor Equipment Operator - Roads Division

County Commissioners of Kent County, MD•Chestertown, MD

1d•$18 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Motor Equipment Operator (MEO) performs skilled and semi-skilled work operating medium and heavy equipment and vehicles used to maintain, repair, and construct County roads and related infrastructure. Positions are filled at the I, II, or III level based on experience, certifications, and demonstrated competencies; duties become more complex and may include greater responsibility and leadership at higher levels. The position reports to the Roads Crew Leader and does not supervise staff. At higher levels, the employee may train other employees and direct or oversee a small crew.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
MEO I: Limited related experience or training; entry-level.
MEO II: At least two years of experience operating trucks and maintenance equipment.
MEO III: At least three years of experience as a Motor Equipment Operator, including at least one year at the MEO II level.
Experience operating a bucket truck, snow plow, front-end loader, loadall, chainsaw, chipper, truck rollers, and other construction-related equipment.
Valid Maryland Driver’s License and an acceptable motor vehicle record.
CDL license or equivalent within six months of hire.
Forklift operator license and safety certificate.
Certification in flagging, tree trimming, and herbicide application.
Emergency response experience.
Must pass a DOT physical and required medical examinations.
Knowledge of safe operating practices for medium and heavy equipment.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment maintenance and repairs.
Understanding of roadway safety, traffic control, and applicable State traffic laws.
Strong attention to detail in a high-risk outdoor work environment.
Ability to solve problems, assess conditions, and respond appropriately.
Effective communication skills and ability to interact calmly with the public.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, schedules, and emergency conditions.
Ability to organize work and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Operate medium and heavy equipment and vehicles for road maintenance, repair, and construction.
Perform road maintenance, including tarring, patching, painting, grading, dumping, and spreading gravel, tar, and fine stone.
Haul materials, supplies, and equipment for road repair and maintenance.
Identify and respond to road, drainage, and pipe-related issues, and maintain ditches for proper drainage.
Perform snow and ice removal using assigned equipment.
Remove trash, debris, and vegetation from roadsides and rights-of-way.
Provide landscaping and roadside maintenance using hand tools and equipment.
Inspect roads, bridges, and related infrastructure for safety concerns and needed repairs.
Perform manual labor, including digging ditches and assisting with emergency repairs.
Maintain assigned equipment and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.
Provide traffic control, establish detours, and respond to emergencies as required.
Interact professionally with the public about road conditions, safety issues, and service requests.
Maintain daily logs, records, and reports.
At higher levels, train employees and provide work direction or oversight to a small crew.
Perform other related duties as assigned.