Job Objective
This job consists of the operation of certain heavy and complex equipment including but not limited to trucks, motor graders, bulldozers, backhoes, etc.
Essential Job Functions
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Good knowledge of techniques of loading and transporting heavy equipment. Good knowledge of traffic and safety regulations. Good knowledge of maintenance requirements for heavy equipment. Some knowledge of the characteristics, various soil types and surfacing materials. Skill in the operation of heavy earth-moving equipment, including bulldozer, dragline, front-end loader, backhoe, grader, planer, spreader, and roller. Skill in the operation of medium and heavy trucks and trailers. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to assign and direct the activities of assigned staff. Ability to note obstructions and unusual problems at work sites. Ability to communicate effectively, orally. Knowledge of all related safety procedures. These knowledge, skills and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through the completion of high school and at least two (2) years of experience in the operation of heavy-earth moving equipment. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will he considered.
Additional Requirements
None.
Salary Range
$19.44 per hour
Equipment Operator • Long Beach, MS, US