Motor Equipment Operator II - Public Works, Bureau of Utilities, Water Reclamation

Howard County Government; Ellicott City (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading government organization in Maryland as a Crew Leader, where you'll operate heavy trucks and equipment, ensuring efficient waste management and road maintenance. This role offers competitive pay and a commitment to workplace excellence in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Retirement programs

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Valid Maryland Class A CDL required.
• Ability to perform heavy labor under adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operating dump trucks for hauling various materials.
• Performing routine maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Inspecting for damages and reporting defects.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Emergency response capability

Education

Maryland Class A CDL

Tools

Heavy trucks

Dump trucks

Forklifts

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Howard County:

Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.

Howard County Government:

Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, best practices, and sustainability. It is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2024, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 63 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) – the most awards in Maryland and the fifth highest in the nation, among over 3000 counties. NACo Achievement Awards recognize innovative programs that provide new services, improve existing ones, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy.

What are we looking for?

We seek outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.

What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government:

• Commitment to workplace excellence in all areas of County government.
• A highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace where your input is valued and encouraged.
• Competitive compensation and great benefits, including medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
• As part of our team, you'll help shape our culture and impact what makes us an exceptional place to work.

Position Summary:

This is skilled work at the crew leader level involving driving heavy trucks, operating heavy motor and construction equipment, complex mechanical equipment, and hand tools. The work includes manipulating various complex controls simultaneously.

Starting Salary Range:

$23.65 - $26.09 per hour
$49,192 - $54,267 annually

Class Description:

This skilled work involves driving heavy trucks, operating motor and construction equipment, complex mechanical equipment, and hand and power tools. It includes controlling equipment, performing routine maintenance, and directing a crew of laborers or equipment operators when assigned.

Responsibilities include:

• Operating dump trucks for hauling waste, salt, mulch, gravel, and other materials.
• Using motor vehicles with attachments to spread salt and sand, install pipes, cut grass, etc.
• Inspecting and performing minor maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Checking for damages, wear, and proper tire pressure; performing routine maintenance.
• Operating forklifts and manually loading/unloading materials.
• Logging vehicle operation and reporting defects or incidents.
• Operating complex equipment like Vactor trucks, snow plows, and salt spreaders.
• Fueling generators and other equipment.
• This position is emergency essential and may require reporting during inclement weather or emergencies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of traffic laws and truck regulations.
• Understanding of motor equipment operation principles and safety regulations.
• Some knowledge of carpentry and form building.
• Skill in operating dump trucks, hand and power tools.
• Ability to read maps and blueprints.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance and learn heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions and traffic signals.
• Physical ability to perform heavy labor under adverse weather conditions.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to perform manual labor in road construction.
• Basic reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
• Emergency response capability.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Employees must often stand, sit, use hands, reach, talk, hear, and occasionally walk, stoop, kneel, or crawl, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, peripheral, and focus adjustments. The work environment involves exposure to moving mechanical parts, weather conditions, and loud noise levels. Safety devices and protective equipment are required to minimize risks.

Language, Math, and Reasoning Skills:

Ability to understand instructions, communicate effectively, perform basic math, and apply common sense in following instructions. A valid Maryland Class A CDL, DOT physical card, and relevant certifications (flagger, confined space, forklift operation) are required or must be obtained within specified timeframes.