Equipment Operator I

The Franklin County Engineer's Office; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Equipment Operator I to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will assist in vital highway maintenance tasks, operate various motorized equipment, and ensure the roads are safe and well-maintained. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement contributions, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow in the civil engineering field. If you are ready to work in all weather conditions and take on the responsibility of maintaining public infrastructure, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Uniforms Provided

Steel-Toed Boots Provided

Qualifications

• Ability to operate various motorized equipment for road maintenance.
• CDL required; opportunity to obtain during probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Assists in highway maintenance tasks including digging and mowing.
• Operates motorized equipment for road maintenance and construction.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Basic Math Skills

Road Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

CDL (Commercial Driver License)

Tools

Chainsaw

Weedeater

Snow Plow

Job description

Join to apply for the Equipment Operator I role at The Franklin County Engineer's Office.

Description

Assists as work crew member in highway maintenance; digs ditches, rakes asphalt, cuts brush, performs roadside mowing, removes asphalt and debris, etc.; may operate air hammer, pick, chainsaw, weedeater, chipper, etc.; performs other miscellaneous laborer duties; picks up litter; picks up dead animals from right of way.

Operates various motorized equipment for road maintenance (small roller, tractor, tandem dump trucks, snow plow, pickup, etc.); hauls equipment and workers; picks up, delivers material for road maintenance and construction (sand, gravel, asphalt, salt).

Required to be on-call to plow and/or spread salt for snow and ice control.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

CDL (Commercial Driver License) required. New hires will have the opportunity to obtain their CDL during the initial 180-day probationary period.

Examples of Duties

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers; read and write simple sentences; 100 hours training in operation of heavy equipment or 1 month experience; valid Ohio Commercial Driver’s License (Type A) must be obtained during probationary period.

Benefits

The Franklin County Engineer's Office offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees (defined as 30+ hours/week for the purposes of benefits) including medical, dental, vision, behavioral health, life insurance, and short and long term disability. These benefits are provided by the Franklin County Cooperative and more details can be found at the following website:

https://bewell.franklincountyohio.gov/Benefits/Programs

All Positions At The Franklin County Engineer's Office Are Part Of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS). Each Employee Contributes 10% Of Their Gross Wages And The Engineer's Office Contributes 14%. More Information Can Be Found At

www.opers.org

Vacation leave is provided to all non-seasonal employees based on their years of service.

Sick leave is provided to all non-seasonal employees, with full-time employees earning approximately 15 days per year.

Full-time, non-seasonal employees receive 40 hours of Personal leave each year that must be used during the year or forfeited.

The County provides 11 paid Holidays per year.

The Franklin County Engineer's Office provides uniforms based on the position. As needed, steel-toed boots are also provided.

Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

Are you willing and able to work in inclement weather conditions?

• Yes
• No

Are you willing and able to work long hours and be on-call, including holidays when required?

• Yes
• No

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Civil Engineering