Equipment Operator II - Parks + Rec - Longview Park Operations

Jackson County Missouri; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental

Life insurance

Vacation time

Sick leave

Pension plan

Job summary

Jackson County Missouri is seeking a parks and maintenance worker to operate specialized maintenance equipment, perform asset and infrastructure improvements, cut brush and trees, and assist in ice and snow control operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 1–3 years related experience, completion of division training, and a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement within six months. Heavy lifting up to 50 pounds, background/drug screen required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in a related position or craft.
• Division specific training must be completed as directed.
• Must obtain a Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement within six months of hire.
• Heavy lifting is required, sometimes exceeding 50 pounds.
• Must pass pre-employment background/drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized maintenance equipment and use handheld tools and power equipment.
• Perform asset and infrastructure improvements and manual labor as needed.
• Cut brush and trees from county infrastructure.
• Participate in ice and snow control operations.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class B CDL with air brake endorsement

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Department: Parks + Rec

Grade: 150

Salary: $21.15/hour

Job Duties

• Responsible for operating specialized maintenance equipment and is proficient in use of handheld equipment, hand tools, and other power equipment
• performs asset and infrastructure improvements and manual labor as necessary
• Cuts brush and trees from county infrastructure
• Participates in ice and snow control operations

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in an industry related position or craft
• Must complete Division specific training as directed
• Must obtain a Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement within six (6) months of hire
• Heavy lifting is required, sometimes in excess of 50 pounds
• Must submit to/pass pre-employment background/drug screen

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! The associates of Jackson County fill a vast array of positions, but they are all part of one team, sharing a common goal - serving the citizens of Jackson County. Jackson County is a wonderful place to work!

Benefits

• We offer excellent benefits, including health care, dental, life insurance, vacation time, sick leave and a pension plan, plus many more!