Starting Salary Range: $22.00/Hour
Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Supervisor
Definition/Summary
Under general supervision, positions in the Equipment Operator classification operate heavy power-driven construction and maintenance equipment and participate in the work of the water distribution system maintenance and construction crews. This Classification could also be required to relieve system operators in operating the water control system of the District.
Hours:
Hours are varied and may require overtime and weekends. It is anticipated that a 40-hour work week will be standard but is not guaranteed. At the sole and exclusive order of the General Manager and/or Board of Directors, hours may vary slightly upward or downward to accommodate the District's requirements.
Benefits:
Currently, full time occupants of the position may be eligible for health, dental, and vision insurance consistent with eligibility criteria and as set forth in the current District/Employee Handbook. Employees will also be eligible for sick leave and vacation time in accordance with the District/Employee Handbook. These terms are subject to change at the discretion of the Board of Directors and/or General Manager. Current benefits shall be confirmed at the time of employment.
Essential Functions
- Operates a variety of heavy power-driven maintenance and construction equipment.
- Operates rubber-tired loaders, backhoes, trucks, tractors, cranes, graders, and scrapers.
- Operates track-driven equipment such as dozers, loaders, and excavators.
- Inspects, cleans, and performs minor servicing and repair of equipment.
- Reports the need for major mechanical repairs to appropriate District staff.
- Reads maps and grade stakes when performing cuts and fills.
- Performs pipefitting, valve repair, and cement work.
- Locates and repairs leaks.
- Performs welding work.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, outside agencies, and the public.
- Regular attendance and adherence to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.
- Obtain required permits and prepare and maintain pesticide reports.
- Train staff regarding herbicide applications.
- Responsible for compliance with the Department of Transportation and California state requirements for District vehicles.
- Serves as District representative and be responsible for all processes and licenses required by Butte County Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) regarding hazardous materials.
Other Duties
- Performs emergency equipment operation and repair assignments as needed.
- May perform semi-skilled maintenance and construction work, operating a variety of hand and power tools, when necessary.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Standards/Specifications Knowledge of:
- Operation, care, and servicing of heavy power-driven maintenance and construction equipment. As well as water distribution operations
- Operation of auxiliary mechanical equipment commonly carried on heavy equipment.
- Methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in construction and maintenance work.
- Motor vehicle laws and regulations affecting heavy equipment operation.
- Proper work safety standards.
Ability to:
- Operate assigned heavy equipment with skill and safety.
- Work without immediate supervision at job sites.
- Perform heavy physical labor requiring strength, dexterity, and agility.
- Perform a variety of maintenance and construction work.
- Read and interpret plans, diagrams, and drawings.
- Skillfully use the hand and power tools involved in construction and maintenance work.
- Deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
- Follow oral and written directions.
- Review and comprehend complex written and verbal instructions.
Typical Physical Activities
- Operates District vehicles and equipment in collection system construction, maintenance, and repair work.
- Must be able to carry, push, pull, reach, and lift equipment and parts weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls, and climbs during field maintenance and repair work.
- Works in an environment with exposure to dust, dirt, and significant temperature changes between cold and heat.
- Communicates with District staff in face-to-face, one-to-one settings.
- Regularly uses a telephone for communication.
- Uses office equipment such as computers, copiers, and FAX machines.
- Stands and walks for extended time periods.
- Hearing and vision within normal ranges with or without accommodation.
Environmental Factors
- Exposure to the sun: 50% to 100% work time spent outside a building and exposed to the sun.
- Work above floor level: Some work done on ladders or other surfaces from 4 to 12 feet above the ground.
- High temp: Considerable work time in hard manual labor in temperatures between 80-100 degrees.
- Humidity: Work in areas with unusually high humidity.
- Wetness: More than 10% of the work time getting part or all of the body and/or clothing wet.
- Noise: Occasionally there are unusually loud sounds.
- Slippery surfaces: Occasional work on unusually slippery surfaces.
- Oil: Some parts of the body in contact with oil or grease occasionally.
- Dust: Works in or around areas with minor amounts of dust.
- Irregular or extended work hours: Occasionally required to change working hours or work overtime.
Qualifications Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of responsible work experience in the operation of heavy power-driven equipment, including both rubber-tired and track-driven equipment.
General maintenance and construction work experience is desirable.
License Certificate Registration Requirement: Driver License: Possession and maintain a valid California Driver License is required at the time of appointment. Possession of a Class A Driver License is preferred, but not required. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
Possession and proof of a driving record free of multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents for two (2) consecutive years.
Willing to acquire and maintain California Department of Pest Regulations, Pesticide Applicator’s License.
Failure to maintain required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
How to Apply To apply for position please go to district's
website for application, or email
[email protected] to request an application.
