What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator position at State of Idaho?
Idaho Department of Labor
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The mission of the Idaho Department of Labor is to connect business, education and workforce, link job seekers with employers, and help people with career and life transitions.
The Idaho Department of Labor has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Equipment Operator at Idaho Job Corps in Nampa. This individual will manage and operate a fleet of transportation and maintenance equipment to assist with smooth operations of the center. This individual will transport students to and from activities, and will work with staff to ensure equipment is available for them for a variety of operations. The vehicle fleet includes sedans, a 15-passenger van, shuttle bus, school bus, forklifts, and various maintenance equipment. This individual will need to attain a CDL with a passenger endorsement within the first three months of employment. This individual will also need to complete a forklift operator certification within the first six months.
Daily tasks will include pickup and drop off routes throughout the day to ensure students are able to make it to classes, and appointments. In between routes, this individual will ensure that all equipment is maintained properly, and will work with the Building Superintendent on any necessary repairs for equipment on center. This individual will also develop and manage the check-in and check-out systems for equipment.
The Idaho Job Corps Program is a federally-funded demonstration project that is partnering with the College of Western Idaho to prepare students for in-demand jobs across the state.
The current opening is a limited service appointment. Length of limited service appointments are determined by the availability of funds such as grants, alternative funding sources and/or timeframes such as pilot projects, alternative funding sources or program termination. This grant is anticipated to be funded until September 30, 2022. When applying, please ensure you have selected limited service in your "job type/shift" preferences.
Daily tasks will include pickup and drop off routes throughout the day to ensure students are able to make it to classes, and appointments. In between routes, this individual will ensure that all equipment is maintained properly, and will work with the Building Superintendent on any necessary repairs for equipment on center. This individual will also develop and manage the check-in and check-out systems for equipment.
The Idaho Job Corps Program is a federally-funded demonstration project that is partnering with the College of Western Idaho to prepare students for in-demand jobs across the state.
The current opening is a limited service appointment. Length of limited service appointments are determined by the availability of funds such as grants, alternative funding sources and/or timeframes such as pilot projects, alternative funding sources or program termination. This grant is anticipated to be funded until September 30, 2022. When applying, please ensure you have selected limited service in your "job type/shift" preferences.
- Transport students from Centennial Job Corps to the campuses/centers of the College of Western Idaho;
- Transport students to appointments, field trips, internships, etc;
- Operate maintenance equipment such as forklifts, mules, scissor lifts to assist in maintenance tasks.
- Perform preventive maintenance by checking items such as battery condition, tire air pressure, coolant and oil levels, and hydraulic and brake fluid levels;
- Maintain equipment records such as mileage logs, fuel purchases, maintenance schedules, and repairs needed and completed;
- Observe equipment safety;
- Maintain cleanliness of equipment.
Experience: safely operating commercial vehicles over 8000 pounds gross vehicle weight; detecting malfunctions in vehicle mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems; performing minor mechanical repair work; completing vehicle operation logs.
Physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing approximately 50 pounds.
Valid driver's license.
MQ Specialty: This position requires a CDL or the ability to obtain one within three months of hire.
Preferred Qualification: This individual will need to have a current forklift operator certification or obtain one within the first six months.
The applicant who is selected for this position will be required to pass a background check.
This individual will have extensive contact with all students and staff at the Idaho Job Corps site. They will also have contact with adults who may provide services to students if they are transporting them to special appointments. They will have contact with staff from the College of Western Idaho.
There is an exam to determine your eligibility. Enter your responses to the questions in the space provided in the examination. You must have the minimum level of experience or education described for each question addressing a minimum requirement to qualify for this position. Scoring will be based on the information you provide. It is important that the information you provide clearly supports your responses. Your resume will be used to validate your responses.
Veteran's preference is given to qualified candidates
The Idaho Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you have questions, please contact us at (208) 332-3570 ext 2916
or humanresources.mailbox@labor.idaho.gov
WEBSITE:
www.labor.idaho.gov
If you have questions, please contact us at (208) 332-3570 ext 2916
or humanresources.mailbox@labor.idaho.gov
WEBSITE:
www.labor.idaho.gov
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