Operator Technician I (Paving) - Baldwin County Commission

Baldwin-County-Alabama; Silverhill (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baldwin County is seeking an Equipment Operator to support the Highway Department. Responsibilities include operating various heavy and light machinery, performing safety inspections, and assisting with repairs. The role also involves manual labor, setting up traffic control, and assisting sign, stripe and signal crews as needed.

The position requires a valid CDL Class B within probation, willingness to work overtime, and passing background checks; driving is an essential function of the job.

Qualifications

• Must have CDL Class B or obtain within 6 months
• Preferred 1 year of experience operating light equipment
• Able to stand for long periods
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Operate a minimum of three specified equipment items.
• Perform safety and maintenance inspections of assigned equipment.
• Direct traffic at jobsite and assist with traffic control.
• Assist mechanic with mechanical repairs as needed.
• Load and unload construction materials and supplies.
• Engage in related manual labor as required.

Skills

CDL Class B

Defensive driving

Overtime availability

Communication with supervisors

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Stand all day

Tools

Chain saw

Ax

Banjo blade

Shovel

Traffic control equipment

Job description

Operates various types of heavy/light equipment contributing to the operation of the Highway Department. Performs maintenance inspections on assigned equipment and may assist mechanic with repairs. Performs routine manual labor as required. Work also involves performing complex traffic control operations and assisting the sign, stripe and signal crews as needed.

This position requires driving as an essential function of the position. For Baldwin County driving requirements, please see the following link: Driver Qualifications. Successful applicants must be at least 20 years old, insurable by the County’s insurance carrier, pass a criminal and motor vehicle background check and will be subject to a pre-employment drug test and physical.

Equipment Operation

1. Must be able to operate a minimum of three pieces of the following equipment: dump truck, roller, skid steer, power broom, asphalt paver, bucket truck with aerial lift, paint truck, mini-x, or tack wagon.
2. Required to wear uniforms as directed by the County Engineer.
3. Operate paving equipment as needed.

Equipment Maintenance

1. Prior to operating equipment, performs safety and maintenance inspection of assigned equipment.
2. While equipment is being operated, continuously monitors gauges and other indicators for non-standard conditions.
3. Notifies Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor of mechanical or safety problems. May assist mechanic with mechanical failure repairs.
4. Responsible for safe operation of equipment.

Manual Labor

1. Uses chain saw to cut trees from right-of-way in emergency situations.
2. Uses ax, bush ax, banjo blade to clear brush.
3. Patches holes for the Paved Road Maintenance Program.
4. Loads and unloads trucks of construction materials and supplies.
5. Shovels asphalt, cinder, rocks, soil and other materials.
6. Repairs bridges.
7. Installs traffic signs for public safety.
8. Performs related manual labor as required.
9. Directs traffic at jobsite.

1. Have a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL Class B) or must obtain a class B CDL within the first 6-month probationary period and be insurable by the County's insurance standards.
2. Prefer one (1) year experience in operation of light equipment.

Other Characteristics

1. Willing to work overtime and weekends in emergencies or when required.
2. Willing to respond to callouts when deemed necessary by the Supervisor.

1. Skills to communicate information to supervisors and co-workers.
2. Skills to complete routine forms and records.
3. Skills to understand operator manuals, directives, procedures, and instructions.
4. Knowledge of traffic regulations.
5. Defensive driving skills.
6. Knowledge of safety rules including accident causes and prevention.
7. Ability to work independently without close supervision.
8. Knowledge of County policies, procedures, and rules.
9. Ability to stand all day.
10. Ability to lift 50 pounds.
11. Knowledge of The Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices and how to apply the manual to real world applications.