Equipment Operator

Job Description

Description:

Equipment Operator a road maintenance position. Individuals operate a variety of road machinery and perform miscellaneous labor in support of construction, maintenance, or repair of county roads, bridges, drainage systems, traffic or road signs, and engineering projects. Capable of working independently and in a group setting during normal work hours and during callouts.

The operator is subject to and expected to be available for call-out 24-7 for emergency response to a variety of road related occurrences.

Essential Functions:
Operates graders, brush cutters, backhoes, dozers, loaders, ditching equipment, tractor brooms, and other kinds of road machinery
Operators are required to inspect and maintain their assigned machinery including fluid levels, tire pressure, lights, greasing needs, and tighten bolts, etc.
Performs tasks common to road maintenance work such as: traffic control flagging, operation and minor maintenance of road machinery, lifting and moving signs and barricades, asphalt patching, brush cutting and removal, guardrail or fence repair, jetting of culverts and similar activities, installing and adjusting tire chains.
Other physical labor may include but not be limited to: Tree falling and cutting, cleaning culvert ends by hand, dismantling beaver dams, hand brushing, operating and feeding the chipper, removal of dead animals from the right-of-way, cleaning equipment and trucks, assisting mechanics in the shop, assisting with shop clean-up or inventory, and other labor-intensive jobs.
Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
Shows initiative in performing job functions
Performs related work as required
May be required to operate snowplow and sanding trucks during winter storm emergencies
May be assigned the application of deicing during winter operations
May be temporarily assigned to drive a truck and/or to assist Sign Technicians in pavement marking operations, posthole digging and sign placement, and similar activities
May be assigned to the operation of the oil distributors and herbicide operations, applying herbicides to road shoulders, assignment to these operations will be made following appropriate training.

Knowledge of:
Practices and procedures related to road construction or maintenance
Basic mathematics

Ability to:
Establish and maintain effective working relations with coworkers, supervision, and the general public
Operate heavy construction equipment, large trucks, and power tools
Work effectively without direct supervision
Comply with Washington State Motor Vehicle Laws

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions, generally on the county road right-of-way and is subject to working under road traffic conditions. Requires physical strength and ability sufficient to perform manual labor for extended periods of time under dirty and uncomfortable conditions such as exposure to smoke, fumes, weeds and plant, etc. May lift and carry 50-100 pounds, work at heights, alone, and in remote areas. This may involve physically strenuous, continuous or repetitive movements; skillful, controlled manipulations of small objects; fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of a control mechanism; bending or stooping repeatedly or continually over time; working in small cramped spaces; climbing ladders or steps; walking on rough, uneven ground; and performing other physical tasks as required of the position. Required to use hand tools involving repetitive arm, wrist and hand movement; occasionally required to stand and reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, crawl or use of both hands and both feet at the same time. Specific vision abilities include close, distant, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and to adjust focus. Operators may be required to climb over and around road machinery. Position requires mental acuity to ensure thorough analysis of situations in a fast-paced environment. Employee is required to maintain confidentiality of information within the department. The employee may be required to deal with disgruntled individuals requiring the use of conflict management skills. Employee is expected to maintain professional composure and tact, patience and courtesy at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:
(Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job may be considered.)High School Diploma or GED
Two (2) years of experience in road construction or heavy equipment operation
Experience working with survey stakes, blueprints, and specifications is preferred

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Washington State Class A, CDL with endorsement N for tank trailers
A First-Aid/CPR Card
A Flaggers Card
Maintenance of current skills, good driving record, and additional training as needed

Supplemental Information:
CURRENT HOURS OF OPERATION: 06:00AM – 5:00PM M-Thurs
WORK LOCATION: Belfair, WA
APPLICATION REVIEW: 04/26/2025

This position requires a Class A CDL or ability to obtain.
Applicants are required to submit a Driver’s Abstract from the Department of  Licensing for review.  WA State Licensing DOL – Request Driving Record