LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - SIDE MOWER

This is the first of two levels in the Equipment Operations-Light series. 
 
Incumbents operate and maintain vehicles and equipment which may require a Commercial Driver's License to operate.  Responsibilities may include driving or operating vehicles and equipment listed below or other similarly categorized equipment normally utilized in operations; inspecting vehicles and equipment for safety issues; performing routine vehicle and equipment maintenance; loading and unloading materials; and performing related manual labor.
 

• Fork Lift Truck                                                        
• Bobtail Dump Truck (or smaller hauling truck)
• Tractor with attachments                                      
• Hydro Mulcher
• Skid Steer                                                                 
• Rear Mower                                                            
• Side Mower                                                             
• Hydraulic/Steelwheel Roller          

(The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Operates a variety of general, small, and simple equipment in the performance of construction, maintenance, and repair work to streets, landscaped areas, and/or other related areas, which may include any of the equipment listed above and/or other related equipment.
• Operates a variety of general, small, and simple equipment in the performance of construction, maintenance, and repair work to streets, landscaped areas, and/or other related areas, which may include any of the equipment listed above and/or other related equipment.
• Transports equipment and/or materials to designated job site(s).
• Inspects, maintains, and performs basic repairs to equipment.
• Operates a variety of small motorized and/or hand tools to perform manual labor activities.
• Performs a variety of duties requiring manual labor including loading and unloading shipments, flagging traffic, assembling structures, picking up debris, and/or other related duties.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
• Responsible for directing the work zone or other traffic control setups on job sites in accordance with MUTCD or other generally accepted standards.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma (G.E.D.) and one year of proficiency in the use and operation of qualifying equipment designated by the department; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must hold recognized training certification and be able to safely operate one or more piece of qualifying equipment.

 
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Driver's License as per State law or Department requirement.
• Public Works or other recognized Training Certification on Qualifying Equipment.
• Some positions may require a CDL (class to be determined by equipment assignment)

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
KNOWLEDGE

• Applicable tools and light equipment;
• Manual labor practices;
• Equipment maintenance and repair principles and practices;
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions;
• Safe driving practices;
• Applicable traffic laws, ordinances, and rules.
• MUTCD Safe Work Zone Setup

 
SKILLS

• Operating motor vehicles and applicable equipment;
• Performing preventive maintenance to applicable equipment;
• Conducting vehicle inspections and recognizing defects;
• Performing manual labor;
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Positions in this class typically require:   climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching,  reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
• Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.
• Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, intense noises, travel, and environmental hazards.

 
WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, and outside weather conditions.  The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.
• The employee may be frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, depending on the type of equipment assigned.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

UNIFORM

• An employee in this position will be supplied with a uniform, provided by the Calcasieu Parish Police Jury.  The employee is responsible for abiding by the Police Jury's Uniform Agreement.

NOTE
The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Salary : $16