Heavy Equipment Operator II

The fundamental reason this classification exists is to perform skilled work in the operation of a variety of heavy automotive and related equipment. An employee in this class is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy automotive and related equipment used in construction and maintenance activities. The operation of this equipment frequently entails considerable manipulative difficulty, and considerable importance is attached to the ability to effectively perform specialized tasks for which equipment is designed.

Normally, work is performed on one specified type of equipment, though the employee is required to operate other units or perform semi-skilled laboring tasks during slack or seasonal periods. The major work responsibilities may include:

• drives and operates heavy-weight dump trucks and lowboy tractor-trailers
• operates dozers, motor graders, trash compactors, elevated earth mover scrapers, excavators, backhoes, and front-end loaders
• services and performs basic preventive maintenance checks
• performs manual labor work as required

Employee reports to the Assistant Solid Waste Superintendent and/or the Solid Waste Superintendent.

This class is distinguished from Heavy Equipment Operator I in that the Heavy Equipment Operator II classification requires more skill in operating and maneuvering power-driven equipment in completing tasks. This class is distinguished from Construction Equipment Operator in that Heavy Equipment Operator IIs do not supervise subordinate employees in the absence of the Assistant Solid Waste Superintendent. The Construction Equipment Operator classification also requires more skill in operating construction and maintenance equipment.

Two (2) years of experience and/or training that include operation of heavy equipment such as a dozer, motor grader, dump truck, trash compactor, earth mover scraper, excavator, backhoe, lowboy tractor-trailer, and front-end loader in public works, utilities, construction, or a related field. Must possess at least aClass B Commercial Driver’s License.

NOTE: Qualifying education, training, and experience that provide the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job will be considered.

Must obtain and maintain ADEM Certified Landfill Operator Certification within four (4) years of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid Alabama driver’s license. Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed to perform job duties.