Equipment Operator

JOB THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED This is skilled operation of heavy construction equipment in the maintenance of county roads, bridges, levees and parks.
An employee in this class operates a variety of complex and specialized equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, graders, post drivers, traffic line painting machines, and other equipment of similar complexity.
When operating duties are not required, employees also operate trucks and less complex equipment, and perform manual laboring duties.
Employees are normally responsible for performing preventive maintenance operations on the equipment they operate and for reporting other needed maintenance to mechanics.
Employees may be assigned to direct laborers or other operators in the performance of individual assignments.
Work assignments are made by a foreman and are normally carried out without detailed instructions, in accordance with established procedures and standards, using efficient operating techniques.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Operates grader to berm roads and construct grades.
Operates backhoe, bulldozer, and Gradall® to excavate foundations for concrete work, dig drainage ditches, or form embankments.
Operates trucks, mowers, loaders, rollers and other types of construction and maintenance equipment as required.
Performs manual work on assigned projects when not operating equipment.
Checks equipment for proper operating condition.
Assists in the operation of heavy construction equipment as required.
Performs other related duties as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Valid Pennsylvania Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the air brake restriction removed, and the requirement to obtain a valid Pennsylvania Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the air brake restriction removed within 6 months from the date of hire an/or placement in job.
Complies with all requirements of the Federal Drug and Alcohol Testing program.
Must have a minimum of two years' experience as a truck driver and/or equipment operator.
The County of Luzerne is an EEO/ADA employer