Heavy Equipment Operator; lowboy

Date Posting Will Close
:
Open until Filled

Location/Department
:
Road Department

Rate of Pay
: DOQ

Position Summary
:
See Attached Job Description

This job description is not intended and should not be considered to be a complete list of all duties, skills, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be a reasonable outline of those principal job elements essential in maintaining related position. The job description is not a contract, the County reserves the right to modify job descriptions at any time.

DEPARTMENT: Road Department

REPORTS TO: Foreman and Assistant Road Manager

SUMMARY: Handles and/or hauls supplies and material (asphalt, dirt, gravel, etc.) for maintenance and construction of county roads and right of ways by performing the following duties, along with other duties as assigned.

• Operating gasoline or diesel-powered machinery used in material handling, bridge building, earth moving, excavation, and grading;
• Completion of project assignments that indicates specific results desired;
• Assists in applying material to road surfaces; and
• Responsible for reporting any suspected equipment problems.

• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Class A or B MS Commercial Driver’s License is preferred
• Must be physically able to perform these duties
• Must be able to work Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Basis English skills;
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is preferred;
• Acceptable experience in a related area of maintenance and/or construction

Lamar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are also in compliance with

Americans with Disabilities Act.

The County is committed to being a fair and non-discriminatory employer.