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Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Department: Public Works
 
SALARY:		  
$21.63 per hour

How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted between the hours of 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. All applications must be returned in person or by mail. A resume may not be substituted for an application.

Minimum Requirements:
Completion of an apprenticeship program AND Four (4) years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment OR Six (6) years experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator.

Must show proof of a current, valid C.D.L. License, Class B, prior to appointment.

Duties:

  • Operates a gradall in connection with road construction and maintenance.
  • Operates a compressor, generator, pump, and related equipment in connection with construction work.
  • Operates all heavy equipment associated with roadwork.
  • Coordinates and plans on-site work with job supervisor or foreperson.
  • Reports equipment malfunctions to Heavy Equipment Supervisor.
  • Performs other related work as required or requested.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:

  • The methods, practices and operations of heavy road construction and maintenance equipment
  • The hazards and safety precautions associated with the operations of the equipment
  • General earthmoving and roadwork (underground drainage and utility lines)

Ability to:

  • Operate equipment such as rubber-tired hi-lifts, track hi-lifts, backhoes, excavators, pavers, road wideners, roller, tow-behind air compressors, road graders, skid-steer hi-lifts, forklifts, generators, high-volume pumps, gradall, snow groomers, etc.
  • Stand, walk, sit, use hands, fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear.
  • See clearly at twenty feet or more and judge distances and spatial relationships.
  • Work under adverse weather conditions.
  • Work various shifts.

Residency:Must become a resident of Allegheny County within one (1) year of appointment.

Veteran's Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-M/F/V/D