Operator II

Equipment Operator II / Cdl Driver

The Equipment Operator II / CDL Driver performs semi-skilled and skilled duties in the operation of vehicles, equipment, and tools used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of county roads and right-of-ways. Operates medium and heavy equipment, such as asphalt paver, screed, roto mill, vacuum jetter truck, motor grader, front end loader, backhoe, and tandem-axel trucks. Performs ground operations for various equipment. Duties vary by district and may include operation of equipment in the preparation of final asphalt overlay, culvert maintenance, hauling materials, and assisting in graveling roads, shoveling, raking, sweeping, traffic control, and snow and ice control.

Essential duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Perform road maintenance operations, including milling asphalt, repaving roads, filling potholes, applying crack-seal, repairing concrete, street sweeping, maintaining gutters and drainage, gravel road maintenance, and snow removal from county-maintained roadways.
• Ensure roads are clear during snow events by performing snowplowing and sweeping operations.
• Safely operate and drive equipment or vehicles while performing construction, maintenance, and other work.
• Perform equipment and vehicle pre / post-trip inspections as defined by federal guidelines and inspect other items affecting safe operations. Perform routine cleaning and minor maintenance, as necessary.
• Inspect and prepare all equipment for use by performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on trucks and equipment, including fueling, cleaning, lubricating, and changing tires. Plan and request maintenance service and repair for specific equipment. Prepare equipment for specific uses by making necessary modifications.
• Must be available to respond to emergencies and snow removal operations 24 hours a day, seven days a week, by reporting to your assigned shop within one hour of being called.

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Preferred qualifications :

Offer of employment is contingent on passing a criminal history, MVR check, background check, and physical exam. To be considered, you must not have any major violations, and no more than one DUI, DWI, DWAI conviction in the past three years. Must provide a valid Commercial Drivers License and DOT medical card, and current copy of your full CDLIS Motor Vehicle Record at the time of interview, if you currently hold a CDL. Jefferson County adheres to pre- and post-employment drug testing regulations for positions requiring a CDL. In following Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Jefferson County is required to contact previous employers to obtain information on past alcohol and drug testing. Please note : due to CDL guidelines, we review work experience within the last ten years. Please make sure that you document your past and current job-related experience. If your application does not include work experience from the last ten years, your application may be disqualified or delay the process.

Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities. Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal.

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