Equipment Operator - Paving

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION

The purpose of this classification is to provide an entry level position into Public Works when a potential employee has little or no construction related experience. The primary duties will be in a supportive role. The new Equipment Operator 1 will have learn to operate a variety of supportive role equipment as part of a larger project.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Operates a variety of light equipment, machinery, and tools as necessary to support essential functions, which may include Turf Mowers (both push and ride), Wood Chipper, High Pressure Pipe Jetter, both Base and/or Asphalt Rollers, Skid Steer, Motorized Broom.
• Assist with a variety of tasks in road and right-of-way construction and maintenance; patches and repairs roads; maintains rights‑of‑way by mowing and edging grass, trimming trees and shrubbery, chipping work, planting seed, and fertilizing; replaces or installs traffic control devices, such as signs, posts, and guard rails; lays out and/or paints traffic control pavement markings.
• Assists with traffic control at work sites; flags traffic through work sites; sets up safety cones, barricades, barrels, and signs; assists in maneuvering equipment within work sites. Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure the safety of other employees and the public.
• Performs minor routine maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, refueling vehicles, checking fluid levels, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing or cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop or work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
• Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

NOTE:

Within the Equipment Operator 1 position there are 3 separate levels, designated as 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3. The purpose of the levels are to separate employees by the CDL license held. An Equipment Operator 1.1 holds a Class C license only. An Equipment Operator 1.2 holds a Class B CDL license. An Equipment Operator 1.3 holds a Class A CDL license or Class B CDLs with Hazmat, Tanker or Passenger endorsements.

Performs other related duties as required.

High school diploma or GED; one year of experience in equipment operation in the construction and maintenance of roads; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.

• Data Utilization
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  Requires the ability to calculate and/or tabulate data. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to these computational operations.
• Human Interaction
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  Requires the ability to exchange information for the purpose of clarifying details within well established policies, procedures and standards.
• Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization
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  Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
• Verbal Aptitude
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  Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.
• Mathematical Aptitude
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  Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Functional Reasoning
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  Requires the ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form. Involves semi‑routine standardized work with some latitude for independent judgment concerning choices of action.
• Situational Reasoning
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  Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations…