Medium Equipment Operator - Environmental Services - Public Works

Marion-County,-o; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion County is seeking a Highway Maintenance Equipment Operator to perform a range of road, bridge, vegetation, and drainage maintenance tasks. You will operate mid-level road maintenance equipment and support safety and efficiency across multiple asset types.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of relevant equipment operation experience, and an Oregon CDL-A with tank endorsement (plus flagger and forklift certs). Flexible shifts and field duties are common.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; two years of experience operating motorized road maintenance and construction equipment preferred.
• Must possess current driver's license and Oregon CDL-A with tank endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• CDL-A with tank endorsement and clean driving record required; road safety and traffic control knowledge a plus.
• Experience with GIS data entry or mobile/desk GIS applications is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate mid-level road maintenance equipment for road, bridge, vegetation, sign, drainage, and related tasks.
• Maintain records of maintenance and inspections in GIS or mobile data systems.
• Set up work zones and control traffic to ensure safety.
• May participate in vegetation maintenance, including mowing and herbicide application.
• May operate additional equipment such as vactor/water trucks, dump trucks, and snowplows as needed.
• May supervise a small crew or lead direction on projects as assigned.

Skills

CDL-A with Tank Endorsement

Certified Flagger

Forklift Operator

GIS data entry

Vegetation management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL-A with Tank Endorsement

Certified Flagger

Forklift Operator

GIS data entry

Job description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Responsible for the operation of medium road maintenance equipment. Performs moderately complex equipment operation duties for road, bridge, vegetation, sign making, drainage conveyance, ferry maintenance; nuisance control, environmental site, landfill, and transfer station maintenance control and/or construction. Operates all equipment and performs all tasks of lower-level classification within this job series.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direct supervision of a supervisor or other lead worker position, which assigns work, observes performance, and inspects work upon completion for conformance to road maintenance standards.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of positions within this classification but duties may include exercising lead direction over a small work crew.

• Possess CDL - A class with tank endorsement and maintains an acceptable driving record.
• Works in all weather conditions.
• Certified flagger.
• Operates equipment: Performs ditch cleaning, catch basin, culvert cleaning, pipe camera inspection, and general stormwater system maintenance, including vegetated stormwater treatment. Operates vactor truck and water truck regularly.
• May operate street sweepers, excavators, tractor with flail mower, dump trucks, skid steer, hook truck, and other equipment as needed.
• Vegetation maintenance: Performs mowing, herbicide application, weed pulling, and other vegetation maintenance activities.
• Records all maintenance and inspection efforts in mobile and/or desktop GIS applications.
• Responsible for helping to maintain an accurate asset inventory.
• Uses computer and mobile devices to maintain databases with accurate information and pipe camera footage as well as report illicit discharges.
• Participates in drainage crew activities including ditch cleaning, erosion control, and culvert and catch basin installation.
• May participate in vegetation hand brushing/limbing crew activities.
• May participate in Layton box patching crew activities including shoveling, raking, and training on the box itself.
• May operate sander and snowplow.
• Operates hand power equipment (chain saws, chop saws, plate compactor, power drill, roto hammer, etc.)
• Monitors/mitigates high water, snow/ice, and windstorm events.
• May be required to work rotating shifts, which may include swing and/or graveyard.
• May occasionally exercise lead direction over a small crew.
• Sets up work zones and controls traffic.
• May take part in chemical hazard cleanups, according to training given, for incidents on roads and road-related properties.
• Attends misc. meetings and trainings.
• Performs other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
• May participate in basic incident command training and drills to maintain proficiency in supporting EOC activities, including carrying out field work in connection with EOC operations. May be assigned clerical/support, incident liaison, or other duties at any location within or near the county. Emergency Management duties may require working long hours outside normal business hours, weekend/holiday work, and may occur with little or no advance notice.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

1. High school diploma, or equivalent; AND
2. Two years of experience in the operation of motorized road maintenance and construction equipment and the performance of semi-skilled manual tasks (Depending on the position, experience in a specialized field may be required i.e. landfill operations, sign shop maintenance); OR
3. Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a current driver's license with an acceptable driving history; AND possess, OR obtain within 6 months of hire, a valid Oregon CDL-A license with tank endorsement. A valid driver's license and CDL permit with medical card is required at time of hire. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical examination by a County-appointed medical doctor and have good physical agility.
• Some positions will require possession of or obtain within five (5) months of hire, certification as a Right-of-Way Public Pesticide applicator's license.
• Must be a certified flagger with the State of Oregon or able to obtain within 30 days.
• Must be a certified industrial forklift operator or able to obtain within 30 days.
• Must successfully complete FEMA ICS/NIMS IS-100/700 certification training within 90 days of hire.
• Must obtain Awareness and Limited Operations' level hazardous material clean up, cash handling, lift truck training.
• This assignment is represented by a union.
• This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.
• Typical Work Schedules: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• May be required to work rotating shifts, which may include swing and/or graveyard.
• Positions related to road construction and maintenance may be required to work flexible schedules and long hours throughout the year, particularly during construction season (May through October) and inclement winter weather (November through February). Positions at disposal sites or transfer stations may be required to work weekends and holidays and attend after-hour meetings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of the operation, maintenance and minor repair of road, bridge maintenance and/or vegetation control equipment; state laws pertaining to operation of motor vehicles and equipment on roads and highways; technical and procedural knowledge of work methods required to perform in specialty are assigned; materials, methods and equipment commonly employed in performing the duties within the specialty area assigned; safety practices and methods to perform efficiently within the specialty area.

Skill and ability to perform strenuous manual work under hazardous conditions and adverse weather conditions; establish and maintain good working relationships with coworkers and the public. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted; good mechanical aptitude and dexterity; good reading comprehension skills; good oral and written communication skills; in the performance of specialized construction work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Operates a motor vehicle; sees using depth perception; stands; sits up to a half an hour at a time; moves about the work area; bends forward; stoops; reaches overhead; lifts and carries up to 50-100 lbs. unassisted for up to 50 feet; pushes and pulls up to 300 lbs.; moves carts weighing up to 300 lbs.; work is performed in a field environment or a simple office structure; office work includes the use of a computer using word processing and email programs or programs specific to the position; work in inclement weather conditions sometimes working in close proximity to roadway traffic; must be able to traverse rough and uneven terrain; climb up on vehicles to inspect load; work around compostable materials; operates a keyboard; uses rapid mental/hand/eye coordination; sees using depth perception; speaks clearly and audibly; reads a 12 pt. font; distinguishes colors and shades; hears a normal level of speech; works in areas that may be exposed to heat, cold, humidity, smoke, dust, vibration, noise, and chemicals; works in areas that may be uneven or wet; uses ladders and/or scaffolding; works in areas that may be exposed to blood or body fluids.