Equipment Operator I
GovernmentJobs.com, Parker, CO, United States
Job Title
This is work responsible for operating and maintaining County vehicles, heavy equipment, and performing manual labor activities.
Examples of Duties
Essential duties and responsibilities include:
Operating equipment including pickups, single axle trucks, tandem axle trucks, tractor-trailers, rollers, water tankers, mowers, sweepers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, snowplows, sanders, motor graders, dozers, scrapers, paving equipment, milling machines, concrete mixers, mud jack pumps, curb machines, sprayers, and other construction and maintenance equipment.
Performing a variety of road maintenance tasks involving the operation of the equipment stated above and manual labor tasks, including pothole repair, concrete repair, asphalt overlays, culvert repair and maintenance, bridge repair, shoulder maintenance, ditch maintenance, shoveling, raking, fence construction, tree trimming, etc.
Responding to emergency situations including blizzards, fires, floods, and other disasters.
Performing snow and ice removal, which includes the application of anti-icing and deicing materials.
Assisting with placement of traffic control signage and providing traffic flagging during construction activities.
Performing daily inspection on equipment and vehicles used.
Providing good customer service. Collaborating with Supervisors to respond to customer service requests. Required to model good customer service and adherence to the code of conduct.
Helping ensure that all equipment is properly maintained. May perform equipment maintenance/fabrication.
Performing manual labor using various hand tools or equipment, including shovels, picks, jackhammers, power saws, and other tools.
Painting and sandblasting structures.
Installing and repairing guardrail, fencing, snow fence, culverts, and other road structures.
Establishing and maintaining positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Transporting heavy machinery and vehicles to and from job locations.
Performing miscellaneous minor maintenance work on vehicles and equipment.
Collecting debris along County roads.
Performing other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or experience: A high school diploma or GED is required. One year education or experience in highway maintenance or equipment operation is preferred.
Certifications, licenses, & registrations:
Must possess a valid State of Colorado Commercial Driver License Class B upon hire, with complying insurance. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment. Incumbent is expected to obtain a Commercial Driver License Class A to achieve career progression in this classification series. Incumbents in this position must meet the Department of Transportation physical exam and drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Must have a Flagger Certification.
Must complete assigned training as required by the Department.
Supplemental Information
For more information on job functions, requirements and to apply, please visit: https://douglasco.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/3058?c=douglasco&sq=req3058
Douglas County offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and more. For a more detailed overview, please view the full Employee Benefit Guide.
This is work responsible for operating and maintaining County vehicles, heavy equipment, and performing manual labor activities.
Examples of Duties
Essential duties and responsibilities include:
Operating equipment including pickups, single axle trucks, tandem axle trucks, tractor-trailers, rollers, water tankers, mowers, sweepers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, snowplows, sanders, motor graders, dozers, scrapers, paving equipment, milling machines, concrete mixers, mud jack pumps, curb machines, sprayers, and other construction and maintenance equipment.
Performing a variety of road maintenance tasks involving the operation of the equipment stated above and manual labor tasks, including pothole repair, concrete repair, asphalt overlays, culvert repair and maintenance, bridge repair, shoulder maintenance, ditch maintenance, shoveling, raking, fence construction, tree trimming, etc.
Responding to emergency situations including blizzards, fires, floods, and other disasters.
Performing snow and ice removal, which includes the application of anti-icing and deicing materials.
Assisting with placement of traffic control signage and providing traffic flagging during construction activities.
Performing daily inspection on equipment and vehicles used.
Providing good customer service. Collaborating with Supervisors to respond to customer service requests. Required to model good customer service and adherence to the code of conduct.
Helping ensure that all equipment is properly maintained. May perform equipment maintenance/fabrication.
Performing manual labor using various hand tools or equipment, including shovels, picks, jackhammers, power saws, and other tools.
Painting and sandblasting structures.
Installing and repairing guardrail, fencing, snow fence, culverts, and other road structures.
Establishing and maintaining positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Transporting heavy machinery and vehicles to and from job locations.
Performing miscellaneous minor maintenance work on vehicles and equipment.
Collecting debris along County roads.
Performing other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or experience: A high school diploma or GED is required. One year education or experience in highway maintenance or equipment operation is preferred.
Certifications, licenses, & registrations:
Must possess a valid State of Colorado Commercial Driver License Class B upon hire, with complying insurance. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment. Incumbent is expected to obtain a Commercial Driver License Class A to achieve career progression in this classification series. Incumbents in this position must meet the Department of Transportation physical exam and drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Must have a Flagger Certification.
Must complete assigned training as required by the Department.
Supplemental Information
For more information on job functions, requirements and to apply, please visit: https://douglasco.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/3058?c=douglasco&sq=req3058
Douglas County offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, sick time, and more. For a more detailed overview, please view the full Employee Benefit Guide.