Heavy Equipment Operator II (Construction)

Heavy Equipment Operator

Responsible for operating specialized heavy equipment used in removing asphalt / concrete pavement, excavating earth, placing, compacting and stabilizing recycled concrete, base materials, asphalt, operating pavers and performing tasks in pavement improvement projects. Also, responsible for servicing and maintaining equipment and vehicles on job site.

Pay Range : $22.16 - $24.95 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the Following. Other Duties May Be Assigned :

• Operate and train on construction equipment including : Asphalt Distributor Truck, Cold Planer, Compactors, Hydraulic Excavator, Motor Grader, Paving Equipment (Asphalt Paver / Concrete Paver), Tractor with Haul Trailer, Track Loaders, Utility Wheel Loader, all other equipment assigned to Heavy Equipment Operators II in the Street Department.
• Work closely with assigned team members in performing : set paving forms, cut, place / tie rebar, place / finish concrete, remove paving forms, clean debris, backfill new pavement with soil and place / roll sod.
• Operate a transit / level to set grade for excavating, establishing sub-grade and setting grade pens for finish grade.
• Inspect and maintain assigned equipment. Perform pre-trip / post-trip vehicle inspections and complete daily work sheet for equipment operated.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment, as needed, under the direction of the Street Departments Equipment Maintenance Supervisor.
• Attend all required safety training / meetings and obey all safety policies and procedures.
• Inspect work site to ensure all traffic control devices are in place, clean and in good working condition.
• Respond to weather events and emergencies, including the ability to work shift schedules when required.
• Operate sanding trucks and aggregate spreaders on bridges, intersections and streets.
• Load and deliver traffic control devices for high water events including placement for road closures / monitoring water levels
• Perform final clean up after weather events to ensure alleys and streets are passable for emergency vehicles, including tree and debris removal, as well as all other general clean-up.

Minimum Qualifications :

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications :

Licenses and Certifications :

Physical Requirements / Work Environment :

The incumbent works primarily in a vehicle; with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and / or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. 8-10 hours drive time on a daily basis in all weather conditions. Must possess sufficient vision to accurately read written and typed documents. Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more several times daily.