Public Works Heavy Equipment Operator

Salary: $20.31 - $25.95 Hourly
Location : Public Works - Myrtle Creek, OR
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-00132
Department: Public Works
Division: Operations & Maintenance
Opening Date: 11/29/2023
Closing Date: 12/29/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION
Douglas County Public Works
Full time positions available with competitive full-family benefit package.
PERS/OPSRP retirement and availability of deferred compensation retirement savings.
Onsite (Courthouse complex) childcare available at a discounted employee rate through Roseburg Professional Childcare (Fowler St. location only). Availability is subject to center waitlist. This position is eligible for representation by the TEAMSTERS LOCAL UNION No. 223
Job Summary:
This position operates complex road maintenance equipment used to support road maintenance and surfacing operations; perform routine maintenance on equipment; perform manual tasks.
Essential Functions:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.

• Operate medium to heavy sized equipment, such as: 100+ HP dozer, scraper, loader, rock drilling equipment, excavator, backhoe, 12-yard dump truck with tandem axle, 12-yard dump truck with tilt deck trailers. May, on an infrequent basis, operate all other road maintenance equipment. Load and safety transport equipment and materials. Perform pre-trip inspection.
• Perform repair on assigned equipment; includes minor maintenance and servicing, etc.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
This is not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required, will be considered. however, the following is preferred:

• Two years experience in the operation of heavy road maintenance equipment

Knowledge of: Considerable knowledge of equipment, materials, practices and procedures used in road maintenance, and skill in use of HEAVY EQUIPMENT; considerable knowledge of minor repair of equipment; thorough knowledge of safety procedures; reasonable knowledge of the traffic laws and safety rules governing operations of motor vehicles and equipment on public roads. Skill in: Performing specialized work; performing maintenance on equipment; safe operation of vehicles, equipment and tools used in area of responsibility; safe operation of equipment under adverse conditions. Ability to: Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms; estimate time and materials and manage time efficiently; make decisions independently in accordance with established policies and use initiative and judgment in carrying out tasks and responsibilities; utilize problem identification and resolution techniques; remain calm and use good judgment during confrontational or high pressure situations; courteously meet and deal effectively with other employees, contractors, vendors and the public.
Required

• At time of appointment, must possess valid Oregon Class A commercial drivers license with tank and air brake endorsements.
• Regular and consistent attendance

SCREENING & EVALUATION
While not part of initial applicant screening, the finalist for this position may be required to pass a criminal history backgroundcheck as part of a contingent offer of employment.
Employment is contingent upon a pre-employment drug screen. Presence of non-prescribed drugs, including marijuana, on drug screen results will result in disqualification pursuant to the County's drug and alcohol policy. To determine if physically qualified to perform the essential functions, employment offer is conditional upon satisfactory results of a post-offer medical and hearing exam conducted at county expense.
DRIVING RECORD: Applicants selected for interview will be required to bring to the interview a CERTIFIED COURT PRINT driving history obtained from DMV. Please allow 5-7 days for delivery; out of state allow two weeks. An unacceptable driving record for employment is defined in the.
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Questions? Contact Human Resources by e-mail at or ph: (541) 440-4405
Douglas County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Douglas County Statement on Equal Employment Opportunity
If you require any special assistance at any point during the application or selection process and would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please e-mail a description of your request to Human Resources.
Douglas County offers a competitive benefit package for employees working in positions budgeted to work 30 or more hours per week. The benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, a confidential employee assistance program, deferred compensation account options, and more. Information on county-sponsored benefits can be found at . Vacation and sick leave accrual policies are described in . Benefit options and leave accruals may vary if position includes membership in a collective bargaining unit (union).
Douglas County is a PERS employer. After meeting specific pre-defined service criteria, eligible employees join the (PERS) for retirement benefits.
Please contact the Human Resources Department with questions regarding the benefits associated with this position.
ph: (541) 440-4405