Heavy Equipment Operator Government Job Dept-Road and Bridge Full Time

Department:

Road and Bridge

Starting Salary Range:

$28,906 – 34,992

Position Number:

097

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt position, eligible for overtime

Safety Sensitive Designation:

This position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

Opening Date:

9/14/21

Closing Date:

9/21/21 at 11:59 PM

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job.  The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time.  Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress.  Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.

“If you would like to apply for a Road and Bridge job opening but do not have a computer, you may come to the Road & Bridge Department to use our Public Kiosk at 3200 Brown St. Please call first to arrange a time to do so at 501-340-6800.” 

EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for safely driving and operating equipment used in road construction and maintenance.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Drives dump truck; hauling asphalt, gravel, dirt, or needed materials in construction and repair of roads and bridges.

Operates an asphalt distributor to spray hot asphalt sealer on road surfaces.

Operates a roller to press down asphalt.

Operates a street sweeper to clean gravel and debris from road surface.

Operates a dozer for cutting or moving dirt, rocks, and trees to clear land for roads.

Operates grader for cutting ditches, spreading gravel, and grading roads.

Operates a Rosco flush truck to clear culverts of roots and debris.

Operates a scraper in the moving of dirt and clearing land for roads.

Operates front end loader, back hoe, track hoe, and track loader to clean ditches, install culverts, load materials into truck, and other road construction and maintenance duties.

Performs daily safety and preventative maintenance inspection on equipment prior to and after use; completes inspection check list noting any problems with equipment.

Makes minor onsite repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment such as changing oil, lubrication, and washing to ensure proper operation.

Performs labor such as raking and shoveling asphalt as needed for backup.

Writes daily reports concerning the work performed.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs other related duties as required.

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED: 

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Digital dexterity necessary to push and pull levers, push buttons, and turn steering wheels in order to operate equipment.

Ability to make frequent torso and head turns to monitor the operation of equipment and the location of other workers and traffic.

Visual acuity necessary to ensure efficient work completion and the safety of citizens and fellow workers.

Ability to lift and carry loads up to 50 pounds.

Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Ability to concentrate for long periods of time.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Duties are performed in an outdoor environment with frequent exposure to undesirable weather conditions.  Careful attention must be exercised with the operation of equipment and the directing of traffic to reduce exposure to injuries.  Occasional evening and weekend work is required during inclement weather and other emergencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Completion of grade school; considerable work experience in the operation of medium to heavy earth moving and/or construction equipment; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess valid Arkansas Commercial driver’s license (CDL) – Class A, or be able to obtain within 6 months of employment.  Some positions may require the N (Tank vehicle) endorsement.

Subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing in compliance with the regulations of the US Department of Transportation.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a pre-employment job related physical examination by an appropriate licensed agency.

PREFERENCES:

None

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Applications must be filed online at www.pulaskicounty.net. 

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact [email protected] or call (501) 340-6110.