Equipment Operator

Job Summary

Operates a variety of heavy equipment to perform entry level maintenance and service work on County property. The duties are performed in an outdoor environment and may include working in adverse weather conditions and hazards involving the use of heavy equipment and power tools.

Why work here?

• Automatic 20 hours of paid time off upon hire
• PERSI retirement
• Health Insurance with very low premiums and deductibles
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Strong military leave benefits
• Four day work week for much of the year
• Consistant and competitive pay

Responsabilities

• Performs scheduled and assigned maintenance, repair, and service work on County property under control of the Public Works Management;
• Operates a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment, including but not limited to, grader, bulldozer, crane, front end loader and attachments, backhoe, water tanker, roller, dump truck, boom truck, asphalt patching truck, chip spreader, equipment hauler, snow removal vehicles, pug mill, and related equipment;
• Operates a variety of hand tools and power tools, including but not limited to, sledges, hammers, picks, air compressors, welders, chainsaws, grounds keeping equipment, air hammers, jacks, and related equipment;
• Operates two-way radio communication equipment to maintain contact in the field;
• Erects, maintains, and repairs fences, guard rails, and traffic signs;
• Removes debris and other safety hazards from roads, culverts, storm drains, and adjacent public areas;
• Could perform duties of burying and compacting waste, water roads, building repair, welding and other assigned duties.
• Ensures hazardous materials are handled and disposed of properly
• Places erosion and sediment control devices;
• Places work zone traffic control devices and performs flagging duties;
• Performs routine and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment and maintains service and maintenance records;
• Provides customer service including giving directions, answering questions, and providing explanations.
• May assist in supervising community service workers, Equipment Operators, or temporary workers.
• May assist with training for Equipment Operators.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices.

May be on-call to respond to emergency situations.

Acceptable Experience and Training

• High school diploma or GED equivalency is required; and
• Three (3) years experience in street or utility system construction and maintenance, landfill operation, or a related field, with emphasis on operating heavy equipment is preferred; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Special Qualifications

• Idaho Class A CDL drivers license. Tanker, multiple trailer, and Hazardous materials endorsements or the ability to get one within six months required
• Flagger/traffic control certification or ability to obtain is required;
• Forklift certification may be required;
• First Aid/CPR certification may be required.
• MSHA Certified