Public Works Operator I: Road & Equipment Specialist

Boone County Fiscal Court; Burlington (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Boone County Fiscal Court is seeking a Public Services Operator I to operate vehicles and power tools, assist with maintenance of roads, storm sewers, bridges and drainage structures, and support the Public Works compound and stockyard.

The role requires a high school diploma and experience with excavation/paving equipment, plus the ability to obtain OSHA 30, CPR/BBP, and NIMS certifications within six months. On-call duties include 24/7 availability for emergencies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a standard high school, vocational school or the equivalency, supplemented by experience or training which provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities to perform required duties in the Public Services Division
• Advance Experience with Excavation and Paving Equipment

Responsibilities

• Perform the duties of the Public Services Road Crew Leader in their absence
• Assist Public Services Road Crew Leader with general maintenance of County right-of-ways, roads and storm sewer systems including on the job training as needed
• Assist with the servicing and maintenance of equipment and tools used by Public Services Road Crews
• Operate vehicles, trucks and equipment as needed for construction work, street maintenance, and hauling of materials
• On call 24/7 to assist Boone County Dispatch with emergencies
• Supervise Public Services Road Crews including hiring, training, development and work assignments

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience with Excavation and Paving Equipment

Tools

OSHA 30

CPR & Bloodborne Pathogens

NIMS ICS-100

IS-700

Job description

Boone County Fiscal Court is seeking a Public Services Operator I to operate vehicles and power tools, assist with maintenance of roads, storm sewers, bridges and drainage structures, and support the Public Works compound and stockyard.

The role requires a high school diploma and experience with excavation/paving equipment, plus the ability to obtain OSHA 30, CPR/BBP, and NIMS certifications within six months. On-call duties include 24/7 availability for emergencies.