Equipment Operator - Belfair

County of Mason (WA); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Equipment Operator, where you will play a crucial role in maintaining and constructing county roads and infrastructure. This dynamic position requires operating heavy machinery and performing essential labor tasks, ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations. You will work outdoors in varying weather conditions, contributing to the community's infrastructure while being part of a dedicated team. If you are a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and the ability to respond to emergency situations, this is an excellent opportunity for you to make a difference in your community.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in road construction or heavy equipment operation required.
• Must possess a Washington State Class A CDL with endorsement N.

Responsibilities

• Operate various road machinery for maintenance and construction tasks.
• Inspect and maintain equipment, ensuring operational readiness.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Road construction knowledge

Conflict management skills

Basic mathematics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Road machinery

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Equipment Operator - a road maintenance position. Individuals operate a variety of road machinery and perform miscellaneous labor in support of construction, maintenance, or repair of county roads, bridges, drainage systems, traffic or road signs, and engineering projects. Capable of working independently and in a group setting during normal work hours and during callouts.

The operator is subject to and expected to be available for call-out 24-7 for emergency response to a variety of road related occurrences.

Responsibilities:

• Operates graders, brush cutters, backhoes, dozers, loaders, ditching equipment, tractor brooms, and other kinds of road machinery.
• Inspect and maintain assigned machinery including fluid levels, tire pressure, lights, greasing needs, and tighten bolts.
• Perform tasks common to road maintenance work such as traffic control flagging, operation and minor maintenance of road machinery, lifting and moving signs and barricades, asphalt patching, brush cutting and removal, guardrail or fence repair, jetting of culverts, and installing and adjusting tire chains.
• Other physical labor may include tree falling and cutting, cleaning culvert ends by hand, dismantling beaver dams, hand brushing, operating and feeding the chipper, removal of dead animals from the right-of-way, cleaning equipment and trucks, assisting mechanics in the shop, and other labor-intensive jobs.
• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Shows initiative in performing job functions.
• Performs related work as required.
• May be required to operate snowplow and sanding trucks during winter storm emergencies.
• May be assigned the application of deicing during winter operations.
• May be temporarily assigned to drive a truck and/or to assist Sign Technicians in pavement marking operations, posthole digging and sign placement.
• May be assigned to the operation of the oil distributors and herbicide operations, applying herbicides to road shoulders, assignment to these operations will be made following appropriate training.

Knowledge of:

• Practices and procedures related to road construction or maintenance.
• Basic mathematics.

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relations with coworkers, supervision, and the general public.
• Operate heavy construction equipment, large trucks, and power tools.
• Work effectively without direct supervision.
• Comply with Washington State Motor Vehicle Laws.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions, generally on the county road right-of-way and is subject to working under road traffic conditions. Requires physical strength and ability sufficient to perform manual labor for extended periods of time under dirty and uncomfortable conditions such as exposure to smoke, fumes, weeds and plants. May lift and carry 50-100 pounds, work at heights, alone, and in remote areas. This may involve physically strenuous, continuous or repetitive movements; skillful, controlled manipulations of small objects; fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of a control mechanism; bending or stooping repeatedly or continually over time; working in small cramped spaces; climbing ladders or steps; walking on rough, uneven ground; and performing other physical tasks as required of the position. Required to use hand tools involving repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movement; occasionally required to stand and reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, crawl or use both hands and both feet at the same time. Specific vision abilities include close, distant, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and to adjust focus. Operators may be required to climb over and around road machinery. Position requires mental acuity to ensure thorough analysis of situations in a fast-paced environment. Employee is required to maintain confidentiality of information within the department. The employee may be required to deal with disgruntled individuals requiring the use of conflict management skills. Employee is expected to maintain professional composure and tact, patience and courtesy at all times.

(Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job may be considered.)

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of experience in road construction or heavy equipment operation.
• Experience working with survey stakes, blueprints, and specifications is preferred.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Washington State Class A, CDL with endorsement N for tank trailers.
• A First-Aid/CPR Card.
• A Flaggers Card.
• Maintenance of current skills, good driving record, and additional training as needed.

CURRENT HOURS OF OPERATION:

06:00AM - 5:00PM M-Thurs

WORK LOCATION:

Belfair, WA

APPLICATION REVIEW:

04/26/2025

This position requires a Class A CDL or ability to obtain. Applicants are required to submit a Driver's Abstract from the Department of Licensing for review. WA State Licensing DOL - Request Driving Record