Motor Grader Operator

Albany County Government•Laramie, WY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Albany County Road and Bridge is seeking an Experienced Motor Grader Operator. This role involves maintaining and constructing gravel roads, as well as plowing snow using a plow and wing. Operators must be able to safely operate several types of motorized equipment and perform a variety of manual labor tasks. The position requires considerable experience in the operation of motor graders and proficiency in the safe operation of dump trucks, backhoes, loaders, and dozers. A valid Class A CDL is mandatory. The job also requires a pre-employment drug test, background check, and driver's license check, along with random drug testing.

Requirements

Considerable experience in the operation of motor graders.
Proficient in the safe operation of dump trucks, backhoes, loaders, and dozers.
Valid Class A CDL.
Ability to lift 80 pounds.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
Ability to operate a computer well enough to keep records.
Ability to interpret shop drawings and construction plans.
Ability to operate transit and level to take grade readings.
Pre-employment drug test.
Pre-employment background check.
Driver's license check.
Random drug testing.

Responsibilities

Safe and efficient operation of several types of motorized equipment and machinery.
Servicing and making minor mechanical repairs to equipment.
Following assignments outlined by the supervisor.
Repairing and maintaining roads.
Lifting 80 pounds and working in adverse weather conditions.
Performing other duties as assigned.
Grading and maintaining gravel and dirt surfaced roads.
Repairing bridges, auto gates, and replacing culverts.
Operating a truck in connection with the transportation of equipment, sand, stone, gravel, and supplies.
Operating front end loader, forklift, backhoe and comparable equipment.
Performing tasks in the shop when not working as a Motor Equipment Operator.
Installing and maintaining traffic signs.
Operating a computer to maintain time, service, and material records.
Interpreting shop drawings and construction plans.
Operating radio equipment.
Operating transit and level to take grade readings.
Building and repairing snow fences.
Operating high-pressure water system.
Installing, repairing, and cleaning cattle guards.