DSHS FTAA EQUIPMENT OPERATOR LEAD

State of Washington; Medical Lake (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington’s Washington State Department of Social and Health Services seeks an Equipment Operator Lead to guide heavy equipment operators and maintenance staff across Eastern State Hospital and nearby properties. You will supervise daily work, ensure safety standards, and coordinate equipment, materials and resources to meet project requirements.

The role requires a Class A CDL, strong safety knowledge, and the ability to interpret specifications.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience as a journey heavy equipment operator or equivalent.
• Valid motor vehicle operator's license.
• Equivalent education/experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except where legally required (license/certification).
• CDL Class A with tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day work direction and technical guidance to operators and maintenance personnel.
• Coordinate daily assignments and priorities to ensure efficient completion of projects and maintenance.
• Demonstrate proper equipment operation techniques and provide on-the-job instruction.
• Monitor activities for safety, procedures, and project specifications.
• Coordinate equipment, personnel and resources to complete assigned work.
• Provide guidance in resolving equipment and worksite challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

CDL Class A endorsement

Job description

DSHS FTAA Equipment Operator Lead

The Equipment Operator Lead provides technical leadership and direction to heavy equipment operators, utility and maintenance workers, and other assigned personnel responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of heavy construction and earthmoving equipment.

This position leads and participates in the safe and efficient operation of a variety of heavy equipment, including trucks, tractors, powered cranes, excavators, bulldozers, graders, snowplows, and other specialized machinery. The Equipment Operator Lead coordinates daily work activities, provides guidance to assigned employees, monitors work quality and productivity, and ensures equipment and work activities meet established safety requirements, operational standards, and project specifications.

The position operates throughout Eastern State Hospital, Lakeland Village, Pinelodge and other surrounding DSHS properties.

Some of what you’ll do:

Lead Work and Coordination

• Provide day-to-day work direction and technical guidance to heavy equipment operators, maintenance personnel, utility workers, and other assigned employees.
• Coordinate daily assignments and establish work priorities to ensure projects and maintenance activities are completed efficiently.
• Demonstrate proper equipment operation techniques and provide on-the-job instruction to employees.
• Monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established procedures, safety standards, and project specifications.
• Assist with coordinating equipment, personnel, materials, and resources necessary to complete assigned work.
• Provide guidance and support in resolving equipment operation and worksite challenges.

Heavy Equipment Operation

• Operate and lead the operation of heavy construction and earthmoving equipment, including trucks, tractors, cranes, excavators, shovels, bulldozers, carry-alls, snowplows, graders, and related machinery.
• Perform excavation, earthmoving, grading, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation activities.
• Move, lift, position, and transport heavy equipment, materials, and other loads using appropriate machinery.
• Direct and participate in loading and unloading trucks and coordinating the movement of heavy materials and equipment.
• Perform work according to plans, specifications, grade requirements, and established project standards.
• Ensure equipment is operated safely and appropriately for site conditions and assigned tasks.

Equipment Maintenance and Repairs

• Direct and participate in routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance activities.
• Coordinate and lead routine and emergency repairs of heavy equipment and machinery.
• Identify equipment deficiencies, mechanical problems, and operational concerns and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Perform minor mechanical adjustments and repairs to maintain equipment in safe operating condition.
• Coordinate equipment servicing and maintenance to minimize operational interruptions.
• Ensure equipment is maintained in accordance with applicable safety and operational requirements.

Safety and Worksite Oversight

• Promote safe equipment operation and compliance with applicable state motor vehicle laws and safety requirements.
• Identify potential hazards associated with equipment operation, lifting, excavation, and worksite activities.
• Ensure employees follow appropriate equipment operating procedures and safety practices.
• Provide direction during routine and emergency equipment operations.
• Monitor worksite conditions and take appropriate action to address unsafe conditions.

Administrative and Operational Responsibilities

• Maintain basic records related to equipment operation, maintenance, and assigned work activities.
• Communicate project progress, equipment concerns, and operational needs to supervisors.
• Follow oral and written instructions, work plans, and established departmental procedures.
• Coordinate work activities with supervisors, employees, and other personnel as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for:

• Knowledge of Standards set forth by The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Washington Administrative Code (WAC), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA), Division of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
• Ability to interpret and apply above named standards to preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance regarding construction trades.
• Knowledge of rules of safe operation of equipment; state motor vehicle laws; materials used in servicing and maintaining heavy equipment; rules governing operation of state vehicles; methods, tools, and materials used in servicing and maintaining heavy equipment.
• Must be able to communicate with professional conduct and comprehend, through oral and written forms of communication, with management, peers, clients, and the public.
• Ability to understand occupational hazards and safety practices of Equipment Operator.

Who should apply?

One year's full-time experience as a journey heavy equipment operator, or equivalent Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

OR

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Possession of class A CDL, with no air brake restriction and with tanker endorsement OR the ability to acquire within the first 6 months of appointment.

Questions? Please contact [e-mail] and reference #09016.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at [phone]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

Relationship and Reporting Structure (Nebotism) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.

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