Operator Technician II - Silverhill - Baldwin County Commission

Baldwin-County-Alabama; Silverhill (AL); In loco; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Baldwin County, Alabama is seeking a reliable Equipment Operator to support the Highway Department through operating a variety of heavy and light equipment, performing safety and maintenance inspections, and assisting mechanics.

The role requires CDL Class B, a minimum of two years’ equipment operation experience, and willingness to work overtime and weekends. Travel for material pickup may be required.

Competenze

• Have a valid commercial driver's license (CDL Class B) and be insurable by the County's insurance standards.
• Two (2) years or more experience in operation of light construction equipment.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends in emergencies or when required.
• Willing to travel to pick up material out of area.

Mansioni

• Operate equipment as assigned (dump trucks, rollers, loaders, etc.) and perform safety inspections.
• Conduct routine maintenance and report mechanical issues to supervisor.
• Assist with manual labor tasks including tree clearance, material handling, and traffic control.

Conoscenze

Communication

Form completion

Reading manuals

Oper. heavy equipment

Traffic regulations

Defensive driving

Safety rules

Independent work

County policies

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

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 have at least two (2) years experience operating a minimum of seven (7) pieces of the following equipment: dump truck, roller, tiller, bush hog, front end loader, tractor, motor grader, backhoe/excavator, chip spreader, bulldozer, box blade boom mower.
2. May operate other equipment as assigned.
3. Required to wear uniforms as directed by the County Engineer.

Equipment Maintenance

1. Prior to operating equipment, performs safety and maintenance inspection of assignedequipment.
2. While equipment is being operated, continuously monitors gauges and other indicatorsfor non-standard conditions.
3. Performs light maintenance and servicing in connection with equipment operated.
4. Notifies Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor of mechanical or safety problems. May assist mechanic with mechanical failure repairs.

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. Load and unload construction materials and supplies from trucks.
5. Shovels asphalt, cinder, rocks, soil, and other materials.
6. Assist with bridge repairs.
7. Installs traffic signs for public safety.
8. Directs traffic at job site.
9. Performs related manual labor as required.

1. Have a valid commercial driver's license (CDL Class B) and be insurable by the County's insurance standards.
2. Two (2) years or more experience in operation of light construction equipment.
3. Willing to work overtime and weekends in emergencies or when required.
4. Willing to travel to pick up material out of area.

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. Moderate skills in the operation, maintenance and safe use of trucks, tractors, and heavy equipment.
5. Knowledge of traffic regulations.
6. Defensive driving skills.
7. Knowledge of safety rules including accident causes and prevention.
8. Ability to work independently without close supervision.
9. Knowledge of county policies, procedures and rules.