Heavy Equipment Operator

Description:

FLSA:NON-EXEMPT

GRADE:112

PAY: $19.12

LAURENSCOUNTY,SOUTHCAROLINA JOB DESCRIPTION
JOBTITLE:HEAVYEQUIPMENTOPERATOR
THIS ENTIRE DOCUMENT ISNOT A CONTRACT OFEMPLOYMENT. EMPLOYMENT ISAT-WILL

Employees of the County of Laurens and applicants for employment shall be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, or age.

Reasonable accommodations may be available to employees or applicants of this position under the ADA/ADAA if given prior notice by the employee or applicant.

The information in this document indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed by an employee within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or work required of employees assigned to this position.

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for operating and maintaining a variety of HEAVY EQUIPMENT to maintain county facilities, roads, and rights of way.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· High school diploma or GED equivalent, with experience in maintaining facilities; or equivalent experience or knowledge in areas such as landscaping, general maintenance, and/or general construction.
· Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
· Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with completing an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for two to five years.
· Ability to lift 70 lbs.
· Abilities to adapt, plan, and perform maintenance under changing conditions.
· Knowledge of and ability to operate small engines and hand tools.
· Have good customer service, oral and written communication skills.
· Work schedule standard is Monday-Friday, 8 hours per day. Possible on-call evenings, nights, and weekends for emergency- related work.
· Must pass drug screening test before employment and submit to random drug tests as per Laurens County policies and procedures.
· Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid commercial driver’s license (Class A CDL/with air brakes) issued by the State of South Carolina or the type of vehicle or equipment operated.