Equipment Operator II - Correctional Officer

Equipment Operator

Operates medium sized equipment, including flat-bed or tandem dump trucks, mowing machines (bush hogs/boom tractors), paving and milling equipment (paving machines, milling machines and rollers) and performs manual labor in the maintenance and/or repair of County property and facilities.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: (All incumbents may not perform all duties)

• Operates flat-bed or tandem dump trucks to transport materials or haul brush/debris, gravel, asphalt, etc.
• Operates mowing machines - including bush hogs and boom tractors to cut grass, cuts down dead trees, cuts overhang and slope areas on county roads.
• Performs basic maintenance on paving equipment, dump trucks, and mowers / boom tractors including washing, changing oil, greasing, checking fluids, sharpening blades, changing cutting teeth and changing flat tires.
• Hall County employees may be required to oversee a work detail of inmates from the Correctional Institution, assuring their safety and security at all times.
• Operates and performs semi-skilled labor such as operating paving machines, milling machines, rollers and / or concrete work with looping / shovel work.
• May operate a scooter truck when assigned to litter control.
• Performs other relevant work as assigned.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Minimum Qualifications Required :

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• One year Equipment Operator I experience required.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above.

Licenses and

Certifications:

• Valid Class A or Class B Driver's License (depending on assigned vehicle) and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, incumbents will be subject to random drug testing.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of geography of the County, including major roads and landmarks.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations and safe operation of heavy trucks and equipment.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of, and skill in, operating various types of medium sized equipment.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
• Ability to lift objects of up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

ADA

Minimum Qualifications:

Physical Ability:

• Essential functions continuously require the ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting/standing); move oneself about the worksite by walking; ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and ramps; reach overhead; position oneself by crouching or kneeling; maintain body equilibrium to prevent failing when walking, standing, crouching or navigating narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces; push or pull items; repetitively use hands/arms/legs; grasp items;
  
  and move/transport items weighing up to 25lbs. Incumbents constantly must think analytically; handle stress and emotion, concentrate on tasks, remember names and other details; examine and observe details; make decisions, and adjust to change. Essential functions continuously require incumbents to direct others; maintain stamina during the workday; meet deadlines; operate equipment; and stay organized.
• Essential functions frequently require the ability to bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs, twisting at the waist, hips or knees; and move/transport items weighing between 26lbs and 75lbs. Essential functions frequently require incumbents to use math/calculations.
• Essential functions occasionally require the ability to move oneself by crawling on hands and knees and move/transport items weighing between 76lbs and 100lbs. Essential functions occasionally require incumbents to be on-call; work irregular hours (i.e. nights and/or weekends); and attend work related meetings and trainings.

Sensory Ability:

• Essential Functions require the ability to use effective verbal and written communication; and use of hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation to use tools and equipment.

Environmental Factors:

• Essential functions are continuously performed with exposure to risk of bodily injury from hazards including chemical, sharp objects/tools, heavy machinery, and traffic; dirt/mud, fumes, gasses, odors, dust, grease and oil; moving mechanical parts; extreme noise; vibration; and wet, slippery floors/surfaces. Incumbents continuously must be able to work with others.
• Essential functions are frequently performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, including inclement weather or dry environments; extreme hot or cold temperatures; risk of bodily injury from biological hazards; working in high heights/high places or constricted spaces; and hot temperature devices including burners and flame torches.
• Essential functions are occasionally performed with exposure to risk of bodily injury from electrical hazards. Incumbents occasionally must be able to work alone.
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