Heavy Equipment Operator Senior Job at Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District in

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Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District provided pay range

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Base pay range

$70,820.00/yr - $93,129.00/yr

Overview

Under general supervision, operates and performs minor maintenance of heavy construction vehicles and equipment to assist in the construction and maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer facilities.

Essential Functions

• Operates heavy construction vehicles and equipment such as a back hoe, excavator, skid steer or truck mounted crane in digging trenches, loading trucks, lowering pipe/ shoring and back filling
• Hoisting machinery/equipment such as pumps, gate assemblies and personnel in man baskets
• Operates equipment such as a wheel loader in loading trucks at ground level
• Inspects and services vehicle and makes minor repairs
• Makes minor repairs to all equipment
• Transfers equipment and stations for safe operation
• Supervises work of assigned employees

Additional Responsibilities

Perform related work as required or as delegated by supervisor

Training and Experience

• Highschool diploma/GED
• Five (5) years of experience in maintenance and operation of heavy construction vehicles and equipment
• Certified Crane Operator Certification (CCO) issued by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) required

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the operation, servicing and daily maintenance of heavy construction equipment and vehicles
• Considerable knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in vehicle and equipment operation
• Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and proper safety precautions
• Skill in the operation of heavy machinery, equipment, personnel and equipment used to dig trenches, lay pipe on grade and repair sewer pipe, hoist and set heavy materials, clear and grade land, spread and compact asphalt, trench compaction equipment, operate boom truck
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to supervise the work of subordinates

Special Requirements

Must possess an appropriate, valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with endorsements for air brakes and tanker issued by the state in which employee resides within the first three (3) months of employment.

Must possess a Certified Crane Operator Certification (CCO) issued by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO).

Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures," this position has been designated as safety sensitive, and candidate must pass a D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this position are subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

Employees of MSD must have a meets expectation performance review.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Other

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Utilities