Public Works Heavy Equipment Operator

Baltimore County; Maryland; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore County is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Solid Waste Management. The role involves driving tandem-axle commercial vehicles and operating various heavy equipment, with duties ranging from road salting to equipment maintenance.

Applicants must meet license and safety requirements, including MD commercial license and Medical Examiner's Certificate. Excellent physical stamina and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a commercial, class B Maryland driver's license is required at time of application.
• Some positions may require possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a commercial, class A Maryland driver's license.
• Medical Examiner's Certificate is required at the time of application.
• All licenses and certificates must be maintained throughout employment.
• Non-Maryland residents must be at least 21 years of age at appointment.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, drives tandem-axle commercial weight vehicles, tows construction equipment, and/or operates specialized equipment.
• Drives tandem-axle trucks including dump, refuse collection packer, roll-off, water, flusher trucks, backhoe and medium sized loader.
• Operates equipment on such trucks.
• Salts and plows roads during snow emergencies.
• Tows heavy construction and other equipment.
• Operates mechanical street sweeper to clean streets and gutters.
• Installs special adapters and fixtures to equipment as work requires.
• Performs preventive and routine maintenance as required on equipment and/or trucks.
• Keeps simple records and logs.
• Participates in safety related training including confined space and trench working conditions and the handling of hazardous materials.
• Leads and instructs other workers.
• Trains and assists in the operation of Heavy Equipment Operator level and unfamiliar Equipment Operator level equipment and vehicles.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Driver's license

Physical endurance

Safety training

Job description

Baltimore County is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Solid Waste Management. The role involves driving tandem-axle commercial vehicles and operating various heavy equipment, with duties ranging from road salting to equipment maintenance.

Applicants must meet license and safety requirements, including MD commercial license and Medical Examiner's Certificate. Excellent physical stamina and adherence to safety protocols are essential.