Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Heavy Equipment Operator

Public Works

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Minimum Pay : $18.85

JOB SUMMARY

This position operates heavy equipment in support of assigned public works construction and maintenance projects.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Operates front end loader, bulldozer, backhoe, excavator, roller, tractor, motor grader, and other equipment as assigned.
• Unloads and loads equipment for transport; operates a lowboy to transport equipment.
• Operates a dump truck to haul materials.
• Operates a transit to shoot grade.
• 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.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS