Equipment Operator I

Equipment Operator

Our Public Works Department is searching for an Equipment Operator to join our team. The Equipment Operator is a full-time position generally working on-site Monday through Thursday from 6 : 30 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. The starting wage for this position is $23.00 an hour. The Equipment Operator is a benefitted position. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance on the first day of employment, retirement contributions, bereavement leave, and 14 paid holidays. Full-time employees also receive 18 days of personal leave in the first year of employment.

Responsibilities :

• Performs a variety of road construction projects; maintenance efforts including snow removal, filling potholes, chip sealing, etc.; clearing debris from roads / drainages; repairing or replacing culverts and ditches; vegetation control and tree trimming; and any number of tasks regarding the maintenance or construction of County road and facilities.
• Operates the following equipment : Dump truck, Pup, snow plow and sander unit, water truck; backhoe and front end loader for basic loading functions, forklift, skid steer, rollers, compactors, wood chippers, sweeper, and a variety of hand tools, etc.
• Must comply with applicable county and departmental policies and safety standards.
• Checks and services assigned equipment; performs routine maintenance and emergency repairs as needs; completes pre / post trip inspections.
• Performs duties with due regard for personal safety, that of other employees, and the public.
• Performs other duties (including, flagging, general labor, etc.) as required.

Minimum Qualifications :

About Cache County :

Cache Valley is a beautiful place to live and work. It's a treasure trove of outdoor adventures, hands-on heritage experiences, and performing and fine arts. Our beautiful agricultural valley is nestled between two majestic mountain ranges and just barely off the beaten path. The city of Logan boasts Utah State University and access to outdoor adventure is unparalleled. You can work downtown and explore the Wasatch Cache National Forest in less than a 10-minute drive. That means endless hiking, rock climbing, birdwatching, mountain biking, skiing, and snowmobiling. Our sizzling performing arts scene has gained us the reputation of Utah's Heart of the Arts, with three historic theaters in one block, world-renowned opera, Broadway, and touring productions. We've got great restaurants too.

Supplemental Information :

This is a career service position. Cache County is an equal-opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability. Reasonable accommodations are provided to known disabilities of individuals in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. For accommodation information or if you need special accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Carli Smart at carli.smart@cachecounty.gov.

Veteran's Preference (Utah Code Ann. 71A-2-102) : An applicant claiming veteran's preference must do so in the body of the cover letter by providing sufficient information to identify the type of veteran's preference requested. Additionally, a copy of the applicant's DD-214 must be attached to the resume. If a disabled preference is claimed, a copy of the applicant's letter from the VA stating the disability percentage granted must also be attached.

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