Equipment Operator III Weekend

Performs a variety of manual tasks and operates a wide variety of heavy equipment in support of Solid Waste and County Highway projects including the maintenance and upkeep of County roadsides and roads while ensuring public safety; performs other duties as assigned.

• Operates tractor trailers and dump transfer trailers; dump and roll-off trucks;
• May operate a wide variety of heavy equipment, including loaders, dozers, backhoes, shoulder machines, graders, and rollers; gradall, bucket truck, vacuum truck;
• Operate heavy equipment for installation of drainage pipes, excavation, site work, and preparation of sediment pits and parking lots;
• Operate heavy machinery to grade areas for access to roads, or to prepare gravel roads for newer/renovated buildings and structures;
• Maintains working knowledge of the safe operating practices of heavy equipment and the accompanying traffic regulations;
• Complete routine repairs, adjustments, and preventative maintenance on various equipment;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Five (5) or more years of related experience; with three (3) years at journey level;
• Valid Maryland Commercial (Class
  
  A) Driver’s License;

• Or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience

• Ability to gain working knowledge of St. Mary’s County Government policies and procedures;
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and various heavy equipment;
• Broad knowledge of machinery and vehicle maintenance;
• Knowledge of safety regulations, traffic control, and established procedures for operating equipment, as well as for ensuring public safety;
• Ability to effectively communicate with immediate Supervisor(s) and other staff;
• Ability to work Monday through Sunday, regular and evening shift work, as may be required.