GovernmentJobs.com is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator III in Galveston
GovernmentJobs.com, Galveston, TX, US, 77554
Heavy Equipment Operator
The purpose of this class is responsible for the operation of heavy equipment to assist in the construction, repair and maintenance of county streets, drainage systems, beaches, and related infrastructure.
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
Operates and maintains road paving construction equipment including motor graders, rollers, loaders, tractors, dump trucks, tandem dump trucks, backhoes, water trucks, paving machine, reclaimer, dozer and excavators.
Operate haul truck, including load, tie down, and transport of equipment.
Patches roadways, cuts brush, and picks up and disposes of trash and brush.
Loads and unloads large amounts and weights of materials and debris to and from trucks.
Drives a medium sized truck to transport personnel, supplies, and materials.
May flag traffic as needed.
May perform housekeeping and facilities maintenance functions.
Performs related work as assigned.
Requires High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Requires two years of experience operating heavy equipment in the construction, maintenance or repairs of roadways, bridges, and operating heavy and light construction equipment or closely related experience.
The work is typically performed sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects.
The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery and chemicals. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
Emergency Preparedness Tier Level: 2
Must possess and maintain a valid state commercial driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Requires FEMA ICS 100, 200, 300 and 400 certifications.