Equipment Operator 3 (4896-29)

Hamilton County, Ohio; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Public employee retirement system

Health benefits

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Hamilton County is seeking an Equipment Operator 3 to oversee crews maintaining storm sewers and hydrants. The role requires operating heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, dozers, and loaders to dig, haul materials, and install or repair water and sewer lines.

The position involves responding to inquiries and maintaining and reporting on work orders, with duties including field supervision and equipment servicing. The job is based in Cincinnati, OH with a standard 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• Two years experience as Equipment Operator 2 or equivalent supervisory experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License - Class A.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Functionally supervises Equipment Operators 1 and 2 in maintenance of storm sewers and hydrants.
• Operates heavy equipment (backhoe, dump truck, dozer, loader, crane) to dig and haul materials.
• Receives inquiries and investigates service complaints.
• Operates power tools to install, repair, and maintain water and sewer lines, hydrants and related components.
• Performs equipment maintenance and submits work reports.

Skills

Equipment operation

Supervision

CDL Class A

Education

Two years of experience

Tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Position: Equipment Operator 3 (4896-29)

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Job Id: 4896-29

# of Openings: 1

Job Title: Equipment Operator 3

Your Benefits of Working forHamilton County!

• Generous Paid Time Off:11 Paid Holidays, three weeks of vacation in the first year, immediately accruing paid sick time, and paid parental leave.
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution and a defined benefit option.
• Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!

We serve the residents of Hamilton County in more ways than you may realize!

Summary of Job Duties

• Functionally supervises work of Equipment Operators 1 and 2 engaged in maintenance of storm sewers and/or fire hydrants.
• Performs highly skilled operations using heavy motorized equipment (e.g. backhoe, dump truck, dozer, loader, crane, etc.) to dig and haul materials (e.g., sand, gravel, concrete, pipe, sewer lines, mains, hydrants and other related components).
• Receives inquiries and investigates service complaints.
• Operates jackhammer, chain cutter, welding torch and a variety of other power drills and hand tools to perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks to install, repair and maintain water and sewer lines, mains, hydrants and other related components.
• Services and performs maintenance on equipment and tools used
• Prepares and submits reports reflecting work performed, materials used, work orders, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience as Equipment Operator 2 - Planning & Development or similar position and/or experience or training which indicates a basic knowledge of supervision and an advanced knowledge of Planning & Development Field Operations procedures.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License - Class A. Works outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Regularly required to perform manual labor such as: lifting, digging, and climbing.
• Works in confined spaces and awkward positions that require bending and twisting.
• Works with heavy equipment.

Work Location and Hours

10486 Burlington Rd. Cincinnati, Oh. 45231/ 40 hours a week

Deadline to Apply

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