General Equipment Operator - Stormwater

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOBDrives and operates trucks and equipment; loads, hauls and distributes materials for use in construction and maintenance activities.EXAMPLES OF WORK Operates trucks and equipment, to include steel wheel, dump trucks, flat-beds, loaders, backhoes, spreaders, bush hogs, compactors, graders, dozers, rollers, four-wheel drive pickups, and tanker trucks. Operates hand tools, to include chainsaw, shovel, axe and rake. Performs physical labor in the maintenance, restoration or construction of roadways, drainage systems or disposal sites. Loads trucks with clay, sand, rock and soil. Inspects trucks, tools and equipment; ensures trucks, tools and equipment are properly maintained. Assists with traffic control at work sites, to include flagging and erecting barricades and signs. Cuts trees, limbs and shrubbery on rights-of-way or adjacent road and traffic areas of assigned work site. Clears ditches, culverts, drains, gutters and dams. Installs and cleans waste and landfill drains. Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsEducation. Training, and Experience: High school diploma or GED supplemented by one (1) year of experience in the operation of heavy-duty trucks and equipment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.Licenses and/or Certifications: Requires a valid Class “B” commercial driver license with air brakes. May require an “N” endorsement depending upon assignment.Other RequirementsPhysical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate heavy duty trucks and equipment requiring manipulation of multiple controls, where excellent eye/hand/foot coordination is essential for safe and productive operations; must be physically able to operate various hand held manual and gas-powered tools and equipment. Must be able to exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 20 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds to constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Must be able to perform manual tasks and remain on feet for extended periods of time. Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work.Language Ability: Requires the ability to communicate effectively in English, including the ability to convey, record and exchange information; requires the ability to explain procedures and to give, receive and follow oral and written instructions.Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply principles of common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions; to deal with problems involving concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists; to make independent judgments in the absence of supervisor; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.Numerical Aptitude: Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide; determine weight; may require the ability to calculate decimals and percentages.Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under moderate levels of stress, imposed by frequent deadlines, peak workloads, or public contact. Requires the ability to exercise consistent tact and courtesy when in frequent contact with various professionals, county staff, and the general public.01Please indicate which best describes your highest level of completed education.No formal education completed, but I have relevant experienceHigh School Diploma or GEDAssociates DegreeBachelors DegreeMasters Degree or aboveNone of the above02If you stated completion of a degree in the previous question, please state your major (if none, please enter "N/A") in the space provided.03Please indicate how many years of experience you possess in the operation of heavy duty trucks and equipment.NoneLess than 6 monthsAt least 6 months but less than 1 yearAt least 1 year but less than 2 yearsAt least 2 years but less than 3 yearsAt least 3 years but less than 4 years4 years or more04Please indicate how many years of experience you possess in the operation of a Bulldozer.NoneLess than 6 monthsAt least 6 months but less than 1 yearAt least 1 year but less than 2 yearsAt least 2 years but less than 4 yearsAt least 4 years but less than 6 yearsAt least 6 years but less than 8 years8 years or more05Please indicate how many years of experience you possess in the operation of a Grader.NoneLess than 6 monthsAt least 6 months but less than 1 yearAt least 1 year but less than 2 yearsAt least 2 years but less than 4 yearsAt least 4 years but less than 6 yearsAt least 6 years but less than 8 years8 years or more06Please indicate how many years of experience you possess in the operation of an Excavator.NoneLess than 6 monthsAt least 6 months but less than 1 yearAt least 1 year but less than 2 yearsAt least 2 years but less than 4 yearsAt least 4 years but less than 6 yearsAt least 6 years but less than 8 years8 years or more07Please indicate how many years of experience you possess in the operation of a Loader.NoneLess than 6 monthsAt least 6 months but less than 1 yearAt least 1 year but less than 2 yearsAt least 2 years but less than 4 yearsAt least 4 years but less than 6 yearsAt least 6 years but less than 8 years8 years or more08Please indicate how many years of experience you possess in the operation of a Backhoe.NoneLess than 6 monthsAt least 6 months but less than 1 yearAt least 1 year but less than 2 yearsAt least 2 years but less than 4 yearsAt least 4 years but less than 6 yearsAt least 6 years but less than 8 years8 years or more09Please indicate how many years of experience you possess in the operation of a Steel Wheel Roller or Rubber Tire Roller.NoneLess than 6 monthsAt least 6 months but less than 1 yearAt least 1 year but less than 2 yearsAt least 2 years but less than 4 yearsAt least 4 years but less than 6 yearsAt least 6 years but less than 8 years8 years or more10Do you have any previous road construction or road maintenance experience?YesNo11Please indicate how many years of experience you possess in road maintenance and/or road construction.NoneLess than 6 monthsAt least 6 months but less than 1 yearAt least 1 year but less than 2 yearsAt least 2 years but less than 4 yearsAt least 4 years but less than 6 yearsAt least 6 years but less than 8 years8 years or more12Do you possess a class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver License with air brakes?YesNo13Do you possess an "N" endorsement for a tanker truck on your "A" or "B" Commercial Driver License?YesNo Required Question