Description
SUMMARY: Performs responsible skilled work in the operation of motorized equipment and a variety of routine manual laboring, and construction/general maintenance activities.
Work is performed under regular supervision of the Sanitary District Manager or his/her designee.
Essential Functions
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The requirements for this position include, but are not limited to, those outlined below.
All job functions, education and experience, general knowledge and abilities, and physical requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
It is the employer’s discretion to add or change the duties or requirements of this position at any time.
Operates dump truck and trailer, front-end loader and attachments, bobcat and attachments, pickup with snowplow and hopper, heavy roller, backhoe in maintenance and construction of roads and tractor with sickle bar – rotary cutter; and uses various hand and power tools.
Services and makes repairs and adjustments on equipment.
When not operating heavy equipment, operates lighter equipment or trains other operators.
Performs manual labor as directed by the manager or his/her designee.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
EDUCATION: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years’ experience in the operation of motorized and heavy equipment.
OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of operating trucks and related heavy construction equipment.
Thorough knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precaution necessary to the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment.
Skilled in the care and operation of several types of trucks and specialized maintenance and construction equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Possess mechanical aptitude with the ability to make repairs and adjustments to equipment.
Physically able to perform manual tasks, general cleanup and operate power tools.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND/OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Requires physical effort working almost exclusively with moving and lifting items up to 80 pounds for an extended period of time, and walking and standing for extended periods of time, talking, stooping, sitting, kneeling, bending, reaching and gripping.
Position requires being on call for emergencies and non-business hours and work flexible schedules – including holidays and weekends.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Indoor and outdoor work is conducted in variable weather conditions – including extreme heat/cold.
Exposed to high or low temperatures, humid conditions, and other unfavorable weather conditions throughout the year.
All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities.
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