EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Lewis and Clark County; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Retirement plans

Paid vacation & sick leave

Holidays

Life Insurance

AD&D insurance

Wellness & fitness benefits

Job summary

Lewis and Clark County Public Works is seeking two Equipment Operators to maintain and repair roads and bridges in the Road and Bridge Division. Work is performed under supervision, with a 10-hour Monday-Thursday schedule and CDL with tanker endorsement preferred.

Training for Class A CDL is provided, and candidates must obtain CDL within six months of hire. The role involves operating a wide range of heavy equipment, performing maintenance, and contributing to stormwater and safety projects

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent and one year road maintenance/construction experience.
• Valid Class A CDL; tanker endorsement preferred (training and certification provided if not possessed).
• Completion of an apprenticeship may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Responsibilities

• Perform road maintenance and repairs including patching, grading, sweeping, snow plowing, drainage and dust control.
• Operate heavy equipment such as plow trucks, dump trucks, rollers, loaders, backhoes, dozers and related vehicles.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and minor repairs.
• Assist in bridge installation and repair using excavators, backhoes, bobcats and pneumatic tools.
• Maintain culverts, guardrails, signage, and perform traffic control as needed.
• Engage in flood control operations and other emergency responses; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Oral and written instructions

Customer service

Public relations

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL

Tanker endorsement

Job description

Brief Description

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding work environment? Lewis and Clark County Public Works is hiring two (2) Equipment Operators to work in the Road and Bridge Division. Under general supervision of the Road Manager/Bridge Manager this position performs road and bridge maintenance and repair.

Work schedule is Monday - Thursday, 10 hour shifts.

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement preferred. Candidates who do not currently possess a Class A CDL are encouraged to apply. The County will provide Class A CDL training and certification. Employees must obtain a Class A CDL within six (6) months of their hire date. The one (1) year of road maintenance or road construction experience is required.

Who We Are

The Road, Bridge, and Sign Divisions are responsible for maintaining County roads and bridges. During the winter they provide County residents with snow removal services such as plowing and sanding. They oversee the design and reconstruction of existing roads and bridges, perform maintenance projects such as pothole repairs, chip seals, striping, signage, safety modifications, drainage and storm water improvements.

Benefits

Lewis and Clark County offers a competitive benefits package!

• Health Coverage – 2 Types of Health Plans which includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage;
• Traditional Plan - cost for employee only is $50 per month and with the Wellness incentive, the cost may be reduced to $0 per month for full-time employees;
• High Deductible Health Plan – cost for employee is $0 per month and a additional $1200 per year to a Health Savings Account for full time employees;
• PureView Health Center – preferred clinic provider and no cost to the employee and his/her dependents;
• Retirement plans;
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays;
• Employees are provided with $25,000.00 of Life Insurance and $25, 000.00 of AD&D insurance as a new employee;
• Wellness Screening Incentive;
• Gym Membership Reimbursement;
• Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance;
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!
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Other Benefits

• Working in a fast-paced environment;
• Opportunity to serve on a variety of different committees;
• Professional development and training opportunities;
• Cost of living increases;
• Market adjustments;
• Step based wage increases;
• Paid parental leave.

Requirements

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position are acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and one (1) year road maintenance or road construction experience. Completion of an established apprenticeship program will be considered equivalent to the educational requirements and consideration will be given to the years of experience required for apprenticeship graduates. Must possess a valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement preferred. Candidates who do not currently possess a Class A CDL are encouraged to apply. The County will provide Class A CDL training and certification. Employees must obtain a Class A CDL within six (6) months of their hire date.

Duties

• Performs all road maintenance and repairs, including, but not limited to patching, road grading, sweeping, snow plowing, equipment transport, drainage work and dust control;
• Operates a variety of heavy equipment including, but not limited to plow trucks, dump trucks, side dumps, hot asphalt patching trucks, rollers, loaders, backhoes, sweepers, dozers, water trucks, motor graders, mowers, transport trucks and lowboys;
• Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs of equipment;
• Performs bridge installation and repair using excavators, backhoes, bobcats, pneumatic tools and laser levels;
• Performs culvert maintenance, guardrail maintenance, and repair;
• Seeding; sign installation, repair and maintenance;
• Performs traffic control using hand signs and installing cones, signs and barricades;
• May assist in flood control operations and other emergency operations;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Examples of Knowledge

• Knowledge of Public Works Department policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of safety regulations and requirements;
• Knowledge of road maintenance methods, practices, and procedures for street maintenance and repair;
• Traffic control practices and procedures including flagging operations;
• Equipment operations and maintenance procedures.

Examples of Skills & Abilities

• Operate heavy equipment and hand tools;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Have customer service and public relations skills;
• Establish effective working relationships with fellow employees, supervisors and citizens;
• Position requires regular contact with fellow employees and contact with the public.

Qualifications

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position are acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and one (1) year road maintenance or road construction experience. Completion of an established apprenticeship program will be considered equivalent to the educational requirements and consideration will be given to the years of experience required for apprenticeship graduates. Must possess a valid Class A commercial driver’s license.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid Class A commercial driver’s license; Must pass a pre-employment drug test.

Physical Demands

Duties are performed in both indoor and outdoor environments where hazards and discomforts are generally controlled and modifiable. Position performs work in all types of weather and in conditions where dust, dirt, snow, ice, and debris are encountered. This position must be able to stand, twist, stoop, reach, and push, pull, move and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 100 pounds on a brief and random basis. May be required to nights, weekends, and holidays to respond to emergencies or other County needs.

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