Equipment Operator (Seasonal)

Performs a variety of unskilled road and bridge maintenance and construction duties requiring the use of various equipment and hand tools.

• Performs a variety of road and bridge maintenance and construction duties. May work on one or more crews, including asphalt, general maintenance, truck string, drainage, and traffic and signs.
• Operates industrial tractors with mower attachments, various types of compaction rollers, and pickup trucks; performs routine maintenance, including lubing and greasing as necessary.
• Performs manual labor using various hand tools, including shovels, picks, and axes. Lifts and carries jackhammers and connected air hoses. Installs and removes snow plow and harnesses.
• Patches asphalt using crack sealing equipment and performs asphaltic concrete patching on paved roads. Carries asphalt or cement chunks to and from sites and vehicles. Operates self-propelled hand rollers; may assist with traffic striping. Performs flagging duties.
• Removes debris from County rights-of-way; trims trees, shrubbery, and other vegetation.
• Loads and unloads small equipment and material. Carries bags of cement.
• Collects trash from containers.
• Responds to on-call after-hours emergencies, such as snow removal, flood repair, tornado clean-up, or other natural disasters, or safety needs for the motoring public.
• Performs other duties as required.

 
Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority and requires no supervision or direction of others.
 
Supervision Received: Receives intermittent supervision. This classification normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor is expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of road and bridge construction, maintenance techniques, and procedures.
• Must observe and follow safety procedures and precautions.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain heavy equipment based upon area of assignment.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with County staff and the public. Ability to provide excellent customer service. 
• Ability to work independently with instruction and in a team environment.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Required Education & Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Licenses/Certificates

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must obtain a Colorado Flagger Certificate within sixty days of employment.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle check, drug screen, and physical examination.

Duties are performed outdoors and require lifting, bending, and climbing, at times in hazardous situations, such as operating construction vehicles in adverse weather and close proximity to moving vehicles and traffic. Works with potentially dangerous equipment and tools; may work with hazardous materials, including fuels, paints, asphalts, herbicides, and pesticides. Must be able to safely lift 40 pounds from the waist to the shoulders, lift 30 pounds from the floor to the head, push 80 pounds, and pull 100 pounds horizontally. Subject to emergency off-hours call-out. This is a temporary position typically not to exceed five months.

The classification specification above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and minimum qualifications; specific job assignments, duties, education, experience, licenses/certifications, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the needs of the department/office and the particular assignment. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources Department.

Salary : $18 - $24