Heavy Equipment Operator

Position: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Converse County Road & Bridge Department has a full-time employment opportunity for a HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR! Under the administrative direction of the Converse County Road & Bridge Superintendent, the Heavy Equipment Operator performs a wide variety of routine semi-skilled work in the operation of heavy equipment, machinery, and tools used in construction, maintenance, and repair activities. This is a full-time position and includes County benefits.

STARTING ANNUAL PAY RANGE: $51,359.28 - $56,185.16, DOE
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt, hourly
Classification:
Full-time

JOB SUMMARY
The Heavy Equipment Operator position performs a variety of routine semi-skilled work in the operation of heavy equipment, machinery, and tools used in construction, maintenance, and repair activities. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
DEPARTMENT OPERATIONS
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Performs a variety of semi-skilled work in the repair and maintenance of county roads, culverts, and cattle guards. This work includes, but is not limited to, crack sealing, patching potholes, laying asphalt, painting, removing snow, placing de-ice material, hauling material, maintaining unpaved roads, maintaining and improving irrigation and storm drain infrastructure, trimming and removing trees, placing and maintaining street signs, and repairing concrete.

Operates a variety of hand tools and other equipment as assigned. Performs any one of the duties typical of a laborer position. Prepares and places proper barricading for projects as assigned. Follows all county and industry standard safety procedures. Reports all accidents/incidents immediately to supervisor.

EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
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Operates heavy equipment in order to complete the above-mentioned maintenance and repair activities. Such equipment may include but is not limited to backhoes, scrapers, dozers, and loaders. Checks and services assigned equipment; performs routine maintenance and minor emergency repairs; checks and adjusts fluid levels; grease and lubricate parts as required; reports mechanical problems and the need for repair to supervisor.

PUBLIC RELATIONS/CUSTOMER SERVICE
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Represents Converse County by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.

CORE COMPETENCIES
In an effort to create organizational clarity, and to empower its employees, Converse County has identified seven core competencies that all elected officials and employees are expected to meet in order to help fulfill the mission of Converse County. It is expected that all elected officials and employees will meet their responsibilities as detailed below, including observable commitment to the mission of Converse County and these values.

• COMMUNICATION
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  Expresses ideas and thoughts both verbally and in written form;
  Exhibits good listening and comprehension;
  Keeps others adequately informed;
  Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• COOPERATION
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  Establishes and maintains effective relations;
  Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner;
  Exhibits tact and consideration;
  Offers assistance and support to co-workers;
  Works cooperatively with supervisor and co-workers;
  Collaborates effectively with other departments as needed. Adapts to changes in work environment, procedures, and assignments;
  Manages competing demands;
  Accepts criticism and feedback;
  Changes approach/method to best fit the situation/work assignment.
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
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  Displays courtesy and sensitivity;
  Manages difficult / emotional customer situations;
  Responds promptly to customer needs;
  Meets commitments;
  Solicits customer feedback to improve service.
• DEPENDABILITY
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  Consistently reports to work on time ready to begin work;
  Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance;
  Follows instructions, responds to management direction;
  Takes responsibility for own actions;
  Keeps commitments.
• INITIATIVE
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  Volunteers readily;
  Seeks increased responsibility;
  Identifies opportunities to improve systems & procedures;
  Asks for help when needed. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new…