Truck Driver/Equipment Operator
About The Position
Performs skilled tasks involving the operation and servicing of trucks, transports, and specialized wheeled equipment used to construct, maintain, or repair county roads and service systems. The role may occasionally operate heavy motor equipment and is responsible for maintaining and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of areas under the employee’s direction and control. The position works under the general supervision of the Roads Department Director. Road Department employees may be designated emergency personnel and must be available for on-call work during snow season, including County-observed holidays. Snow-season dates may vary depending on weather; the posting specifies an on-call period of December 1 through February 28.
Requirements
- Valid CDL Class A with general and air-brake endorsements.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
- Ability to be on-call from December 1 through February 28; dates may vary depending on weather.
Responsibilities
- Operate trucks, pup trailers, water trucks, bobtail dump trucks, flatbeds, and related transport equipment to move gravel, asphalt, debris, equipment, and other materials.
- Operate snow-removal and sanding equipment to clear snow and ice from roadways and maintain safe travel conditions in an assigned area.
- Apply ice-control materials and chemicals at intersections, curves, hills, and railroad crossings.
- Mount snowplows and help maintain snow-emergency equipment.
- Operate vehicles safely on-site and on the road, including signaling properly, identifying hazards, controlling speed, maintaining lane position, adjusting speed to road conditions, and driving during daylight or nighttime.
- As assigned, operate heavy equipment and perform manual work on road maintenance and repair projects.
- Perform daily preventive maintenance and routine repairs, and ensure proper fluid levels.
- Perform lubrication tasks as needed, conduct routine vehicle safety inspections, and maintain a daily service log.
- Perform limited mechanical work, including greasing equipment when needed.
- Be available for on-call duty during snow season, including County-observed holidays.
Benefits
- Employer pays 80% to 95% of medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
- $40,000 of life insurance at no cost to the employee.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance paid by the employer.
- 108 hours of holiday pay.
- 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) in the first year.
- Retirement savings and pension plans.
- 401(k) and 457 plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
