Medium Equipment Operator - Roads And Bridges - Public Works

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES 
Responsible for the operation of medium road maintenance equipment. Performs moderately complex equipment operation duties for road, bridge, vegetation, sign making, drainage conveyance, ferry maintenance; nuisance control, environmental site, landfill, and transfer station maintenance control and/or construction. Operates all equipment and performs all tasks of lower-level classification within this job series.
   
SUPERVISION RECEIVED 
Works under the direct supervision of a supervisor or other lead worker position, which assigns work, observes performance, and inspects work upon completion for conformance to road maintenance standards.
   
SUPERVISION EXERCISED 
Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of positions within this classification, but duties may include exercising lead direction over a small work crew.

This position is primarily assigned to the Specialty Crew /Aumsville District and may report to other workgroups with alternative work locations and work schedules.
 

• May operate all equipment listed in the Equipment Operators Classification table.
• Work may include digging ditches; shoveling; installing and maintaining culverts; cutting and chipping brush; litter pick-up / nuisance control removal; clean and maintain shops, grounds, vehicles, and equipment.
• Controls or directs traffic around hazards or crews; sets up, moves, and maintains signs, cones and barricades, portable devices for work or hazard zones; turn high water signs; operates pilot truck.
• Shovel and rake hot mix asphalt or cold mix; apply tack oil; prepare and apply crack sealant.
• Stands for long periods of time; walks long distances; works in inclement weather conditions; performs heavy manual labor; loading/ unloading all types of heavy materials; work with Corrections workers. 
• May occasionally exercise lead direction over lower-level workers.
• Adequately communicate and access information via the computer (i.e., effectively uses and responds to e-mails)
• Create and update daily and weekly computerized work reports. Maintain records of inventory, work schedules for crews, materials used on projects and inspection reports for assigned projects. 
• Participates in meetings, on-going training, and professional development.
• Consider an essential employee; works in inclement weather conditions; aids in storms response and recovery including ice, snow control, flooding, high water, and wind damage.
• May take part in chemical hazard cleanups, according to training given, for incidents on Roads and road-related properties.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
• May participate in basic incident command training and drills to maintain proficiency in supporting EOC activities, including carrying out field work in connection with EOC operations.  May be assigned clerical/support, incident liaison, or other duties at any location within or near the county.  Emergency Management duties may require working long hours outside normal business hours, weekend/holiday work, and may occur with little or no advance notice.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING 

1. High school diploma, or equivalent; AND 
2. Two years of experience in the operation of motorized road maintenance and construction equipment and the performance of semi-skilled manual tasks (Depending on the position, experience in a specialized field may be required i.e. landfill operations, sign shop maintenance); OR 
3. Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.

• Must possess a current driver's license with an acceptable driving history; AND possess, OR obtain within 6 months of hire, a valid Oregon CDL-A license with tank endorsement. A valid driver's license and CDL permit with medical card is required at time of hire. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business.  The policy can be found at:  http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/.
• Some positions will require possession of or obtain within five (5) months of hire, certification as a Right-of-Way Public Pesticide applicator's license.
• Must be a certified flagger with the State of Oregon or able to obtain within 30 days.
• Must be a certified industrial forklift operator or able to obtain within 30 days.
• The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
• Must successfully complete FEMA ICS/NIMS IS-100/700 certification training within 90 days of hire.
• Must obtain Awareness and Limited Operations' level hazardous material clean up training.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical examination by a County-appointed medical doctor and have good physical agility.
• This is a safety sensitive/special needs position. Final candidates selected for this position will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen, including testing for marijuana. The Marion County Drug and Alcohol Use and Testing Policy can be found at: http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/policy.aspx?p=policy&pid=518.
• This assignment is represented by a union.
• This is a full-time position, which is eligible for overtime.
• Typical Work Schedules: Winter Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm. Summer Work Schedule:  Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am - 5:30 pm.
• May be required to work rotating shifts, which may include swing and/or graveyard.
• Positions related to road construction and maintenance may be required to work flexible schedules and long hours throughout the year, particularly during construction season (May through October) and inclement winter weather (November through February). Positions at disposal sites or transfer stations may be required to work weekends and holidays and attend after hour meetings.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS
Marion County is a qualifying public employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.  Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, full-time employees working at the County may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan.  Questions about your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or the US Department of Education.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE
Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Marion County in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235 and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.  Preference will be awarded only if the applicant meets the minimum requirements of the position and attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

• One of the following:
  • MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215); OR
  • Letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension; OR
  • Certification that discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

• In addition to one of the above documents, Disabled Veterans must also submit one of the following:
  • A copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs; OR
  • Certification that medical separation from active duty under honorable conditions will take place not later than 120 days after the submission of the certificate.

You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/

Marion County is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran and Disability employer committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce.