Heavy Equipment Operator

ROAD AND BRIDGE HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

REPORTS TO: Road Foreman

MAJOR FUNCTION:

To perform semi-skilled labor in the operation of medium and heavy public works equipment requiring some skill and manipulative ability. On call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week in case of emergencies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

(Note: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Operates a distributor applying oils, asphalts, or tars to highway surface. Operates roller in patching county roads. Loads distributor from supply tank. Picks up, spots, and places materials where indicated by supervisor. Operates grader and maintains specified rough grades, front-end loaders, compactors, tractor-trailers, backhoes, street sweeper in cleaning of roads and bridges. Performs daily inspections of working condition of assigned equipment prior to and after use. Performs routine service and maintenance of equipment. Occasionally operates a flatbed or dump truck, or a variety of minor power machinery and equipment. Participates in general laboring work of the crew as workload demands. Operates heavy equipment such as compactors. Plan, direct and control the work of people who do not report directly to you, but who provide support to the goals and objectives of your organization. Operates vehicle to deliver materials to and from specific destinations. Meet with citizens, develop, and promote county programs.

Repair, maintain and inspect truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas oil, and water. Rework shoulders for drainage and traffic safety, to include preparing the area: installing culverts: and recompacting earth back to the original state. Level earth to find grade specifications using a pick and shovel. Measure distances from grade stakes, drive stakes, and stretches tight line. Clean existing ditches to grade and create new ditching for drainage purposes by using hydraulic excavators, etc. Attend safety meets and/or participate in safety inspections. Load and unload trucks. Implementation of design drainage plans and on-site plan design, which includes material removal, placement, or new stabilizing material and compaction. Final grading of material to a designed elevation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the operating characteristics of medium and heavy public works equipment. Knowledge of the component parts and maintenance needs of heavy equipment. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions in the

operation of medium and heavy equipment. Knowledge of traffic laws and other regulations governing the operation of equipment. Skilled in the operation of moderately complex construction and transportation equipment. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Required to operate heavy automotive and public works equipment in which manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination are important ingredients of safe operation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED (this qualification may be waived where life experience far exceeds the need for a high school education.) Prefer to have two(2) years of experience in the operation of moderately heavy construction and automotive equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently moving mechanical parts in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Date adopted: June 27, 2025

Bent County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Full time

Full Benefit Package

$21.00 per hr

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21