Equipment Operator - Roads and Bridges Asphalt Crew

Equipment Operator

The purpose of this classification is to operate equipment and perform manual work functions associated with transportation of materials and construction, maintenance and repair of county landfills, roads, bridges, and drainage systems.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Operates a variety of equipment, machinery and tools used in construction, maintenance and repair of county landfills, roads, bridges, and drainage systems (which may include a dump truck, roll-off truck, flatbed truck, roller, backhoe, soil pan, water truck, tractor, wood grinder, bush hog, mower, chain saw, shovel, and mechanic tools).
• Performs manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair of county landfills, roads, bridges, and drainage systems (which may include constructing/repairing bridges; building/repairing roads; patching holes; rolling/packing asphalt; moving soil/earth; grading roads, shoulders, or other areas; digging holes or trenches; installing pipe; shoveling asphalt, road mix, rock, dirt, etc.; mowing grass/weeds; trimming and clearing shrubbery; removing trees and tree limbs;
  
  removing debris from ditches and right-of-ways; hauling materials; or loading and unloading trucks).
• Transports, loads, and unloads various equipment and materials used in projects.
• Monitors equipment gauges and other indicators for non-standard conditions; reports faulty equipment for repair; performs basic equipment repairs.
• Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment/machinery in good working condition (which includes inspecting equipment, checking condition of tires, checking/replacing fluid levels, greasing equipment, and washing/cleaning equipment).
• Cleans/maintains grounds and buildings of county facilities as needed; cleans/maintains areas around compactors and trash receptacles.
• Prepares and/or receives various forms, logs, reports or other documents, processes and forwards as appropriate.
• Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service.
• Responds to routine requests for information from employees, officials, the public or other individuals.

In absence of a Heavy Equipment Operator, may operate a motor grader, bulldozer, compactor, front-end loading truck, or other heavy equipment.

Conducts various errands as assigned (e.g., pick up parts or supplies).

Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of operating and servicing trucks and related medium construction equipment; knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation; knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment; knowledge of departmental functions, organization, and policies; and knowledge of basic equipment and vehicle maintenance practices and procedures.

Skill in operating a variety of trucks and construction equipment; skill in driving; and skill in performing basic equipment and vehicle maintenance tasks.

Ability to operate a variety of trucks and construction equipment; ability to understand departmental policies, procedures, rules and regulations; ability to understand and follow simple written and oral instructions; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public; ability to perform basic equipment and vehicle maintenance tasks;

ability to perform manual work; ability to stoop, kneel, climb, or otherwise physically maneuver with equipment and on work sites; and ability to safely lift and/or carry weights of up to 100 pounds.

Completion of tenth grade level education required; one year of experience in operating equipment and performing manual labor, or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must have and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License. Preferred to possess and maintain a valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License.

Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for heavy work. Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things which may include forms, reports, blueprints, and reference manuals. Requires the ability to speak with and/or signal people to convey or exchange mechanical and construction-related information, including giving assignments and/or directions to co-workers or assistants as well as communicating with the general public.

Requires the ability to read a variety of mechanical and construction-related documentation,…