Roadside Mower Equipment Operator - Casual/On-call - North Fork
About The Position
This is a casual/on-call position primarily for the summer months (May 15th to September 1st), involving semi-skilled labor and maintenance. The employee will operate medium-sized tractors with mowing equipment to maintain Delta County roadsides by removing brush, weeds, rubbish, and greenery. The position requires operating a John Deere tractor (110 horsepower) with a brush bomb mower and potentially similar equipment. Responsibilities include pre-operation and end-of-day equipment inspections, interacting professionally with the public, managing traffic control devices when necessary, and cleaning up debris. Routine minor maintenance, such as fueling and fluid checks, is also part of the role. Employees may be called upon to serve as disaster service workers during local disaster declarations. The primary work location is the designated Delta County office, with the exception of required off-site duties. Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.
Requirements
- At least three (3) years’ experience operating tractors with implements or heavy equipment is required.
- State of Colorado driver’s license is required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous operation of road side equipment operation is desired.
- Combination of education and experience may waive specific requirement.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate medium sized (110 horsepower John Deer) cabbed tractor with an adjustable or fixed side or rear mounted brush bomb mower.
- Complete inspection of equipment prior to start and at the end of the day looking for maintenance and safety concerns.
- Professionally respond to questions and comments from the public.
- Determining proper placement of traffic cones and warning signs if required.
- Pick up excess debris and use tools and equipment as necessary.
- Cleans and performs routine minor maintenance of equipment including, but not limited to fueling, washing, checking and adjusting air air pressure, oil, and other fluids on vehicles, equipment, and tools used on the job.
- Maintain and comply with safety standards and required maintenance protocol at all times.
- Serve as disaster service workers if a local disaster declaration is issued.
Benefits
- Those required of the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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