Construction Equipment Operator
About The Position
Construction Equipment Operators in the Merit System operate a variety of heavy, complex gasoline- and diesel-powered construction equipment requiring a high level of skill. Employees work with considerable independence and are responsible for the safe and proper operation of assigned equipment, often ensuring the safety of nearby workers and assisting less experienced coworkers. Work is assigned through work orders, verbal instructions, or general guidelines and is reviewed during progress and upon completion. This classification is distinguished by the regular operation of large, often track-mounted equipment such as bulldozers, track hoes, motor graders, cranes, and similar machinery. Employees must exercise significant care to prevent equipment damage and ensure safe, effective operations.
Requirements
- Class B commercial driver's license with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL and/or HAZMAT endorsement within 90 days if required by jurisdiction.
- Experience working in or around construction equipment (e.g., backhoe, motorgrader, track dozer, track loader).
- Experience following safety standards related to heavy/construction equipment operation (e.g., setting up work zones, locating utility lines, flagging).
Responsibilities
- Backfills, excavates, spreads, and scrapes specified parts of construction or maintenance projects using heavy or construction equipment to meet project specifications.
- Cleans, clears, and prepares roads, ditches, sewer lines and land using heavy or construction equipment for construction or property maintenance purposes.
- Communicates with members of the public, supervisors, and subordinates using verbal and written correspondence in order to exchange information concerning heavy or construction equipment operator job duties.
- Loads, unloads, lifts, and places various materials (e.g., dirt, biosolids, pipes, brush) using heavy or construction equipment in order to complete construction, cleanup, or maintenance projects.
- Performs preventative maintenance and basic repairs on heavy or construction equipment (e.g., checking fluids, changing parts) in order to maintain efficient equipment operations.
- Promotes safe work practices (e.g., setting up traffic work zones, wearing safety gear, obeying applicable traffic laws, using outriggers) to prevent accidents, injuries, and property/equipment damage.
- Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.
Benefits
- Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
