Pinal County is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator Lead - Transport Driver in Flor

Overview

When it comes to finding a new job, many job seekers focus solely on the salary. Here at Pinal County, we believe there is much more to consider. One of the biggest advantages of working for Pinal County is the value of our opportunities and how they can positively impact your life and future. Simply put, we prioritize people. When we take good care of our employees, they take good care of our citizens. We are committed to providing our employees with a meaningful work/life balance through paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and a paid sabbatical every five years. We invest in your well-being with affordable healthcare plans and monthly wellness events. We secure your future with retirement plans. Pinal County offers a rewarding experience and meaningful work. Find your purpose here in Pinal County and help us make a difference in our community.

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.

Additionally, work with an exceptional team of people who are dedicated to making Pinal County an excellent place for its citizens and employees. Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU.

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JOB SUMMARY

Perform skilled work at a journeyman level in the operation of heavy and specialized trucks and motorized equipment used for a variety of job functions in Public Works. Operate tools and heavy equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures under basic supervision. Perform lead duties for work crews on daily assignment and mentor or train Operators and Heavy Equipment Operators.

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Operate a variety of specialized and heavy equipment to maintain Pinal County roads, roadways, drainage systems, and infrastructure in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Work independently to operate PWD vehicles and motorized equipment, including light trucks, water trucks, mowers, loaders, back hoe, grader, dozer, end dump, and belly dump, for its intended purpose.
• Repair roads, spread asphalt, seal cracks, and repair holes, maintain roads and infrastructure; haul materials, transport vehicles and equipment to job sites, grade, water, and roll unpaved roads, sweep and clean roads, and maintain bridges, drains, and culverts.
• Control ongoing work projects to assure that safety rules and regulations are followed.
• Assist in the daily supervision of work crews, assignments of workload, and management of projects.
• Mentor, train and lead Operators and Heavy Equipment Operators in proper techniques and in use of light and heavy equipment.
• Inspect work products from crews to ensure productivity and compliance to regulations.
• Inspect light and heavy machinery before use by crews.
• Provide input to management on policies and procedures and provide recommendations to improve efficiency.
• Provide input to management on crew member performance evaluations.
• Read and interpret construction plans to provide directions to work crews.
• Maintain roads and infrastructure as directed, haul materials, and transport vehicles and equipment to job sites, grade, water, and roll unpaved roads, sweep and clean roads, and maintain bridges, drains, and culverts.
• Perform manual labor tasks, repair potholes, clear debris from culverts and roadway, and move and set barricades.
• Work on assigned projects and make appropriate decisions based on work experience.
• Maintain required daily logs, reports, and maintenance records.
• Clean and perform routine maintenance work on trucks and equipment, identify and report mechanical problems requiring additional repair, and notify supervisors of repair problems beyond the scope of authority.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations and utilize proper safety precautions in all work performed and report safety hazards, equipment problems, and emergency situations.
• Perform tasks in the interest of public safety during emergencies, perform traffic control activities as needed, report safety hazards and traffic problems, and cross-train in PWD work methods and safety procedures.
• Clean up spills and unsafe conditions in a timely manner and according to procedures.
• Closely follow written and verbal instructions.
• May assist in recruitment of Operators and Heavy Equipment Operators.
• May provide backup to the Assistant Highway Foreman.
• Promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• CPR / First Aid Training
• Flagger Certified

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Four (4) years of experience in operating heavy equipment in construction, maintenance, and related heavy equipment, or 2 years as a Heavy Equipment Operator with Pinal County.
• Must have a valid Class A Arizona State Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsements.
• Or an equivalent combination of training, education or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the position’s duties.

Special Requirements:

• None.

Preferred Qualifications:

• OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certification.
• First Aid / CPR / AED training upon hire.
• Basic Work Zone & Traffic Control(Flagger Certification) upon hire.
• May be required to work evening, nights and weekends.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of materials, methods, tools, equipment, and supplies used in roadway maintenance.
• Knowledge of Federal and state safety rules and regulations, including MUTCD and AZ-DOT standards, protocols, specifications, and guidelines for public works construction and safety standards in hazardous traffic environments.
• Knowledge of county geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, and PWD facility locations.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions, including proper use and storage of chemicals, and OSHA Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.
• Knowledge of personal computers utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Skill in performing a full range of skilled and semi-skilled PWD maintenance work.
• Ability to promote and enforce safe work practices.
• Ability to operate and maintain tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Ability to work with others to complete daily tasks.
• Ability to communicate with residents concerning project completion and access to properties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is very heavy work and requires exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work also requires the ability to balance, climb, crawl, crouch, finger, feel, grasp, handle, reach, kneel, lift, pull, push, perform repetitive motion, walk, operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment, hear, speak, stand, stoop, walk, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity. May be required to be on-call.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed outside in an environment with varying weather temperatures.

Notice to Applicants:

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

Every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United States is welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available.