Heavy Equipment Operator - Class A

Job Description

Job Description

Meade County

Heavy Equipment Operator - Class A

Department : Highway

Posting : #24-

Posting Type :   Internal & Open Announcement

Closing Date :   Open Until Filled

Starting Wage :   $23.19 / hour – Non-Exempt

Wage Grade 14

Full Time Position with Benefit Package

JOB SUMMARY

This position operates heavy equipment in support of assigned Highway Department construction and maintenance projects.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Operates front end loader, backhoe, excavator, tractor, road grader, skid steer, and other equipment as assigned.
• Cleans and replaces culverts; cleans ditches.
• Operates equipment to blade roads.
• Participates in laying asphalt.
• Participates in bridge repairs.
• Hauls equipment to and from work site.
• Operates a dump truck or a semi-truck with belly dump to haul materials to work site.
• Participates in snow removal operations; operates a snowplow truck and other equipment; sands roadways.
• Trims trees and brush; mows ditches.
• Assists in traffic control at work sites.
• Performs pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools.
• Installs and maintains road signs as assigned.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Highway Maintenance Supervisor assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include traffic laws, work safety policies, and county policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY / SCOPE OF WORK

CONTACTS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

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