What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Berkeley County Government and Careers?
JOB
This position typically provides performance of specialized skilled work in the operation of a variety of complex motorized heavy equipment and vehicles in the construction and maintenance of county right of ways. Must be able to deal courteously and effectively with fellow employees.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs duties in the operation of various types of heavy construction equipment which may include side-cutters, bulldozer, loaders, motor graders, backhoes, paving machines and excavators.Operates small hand tools, forklifts, chain saws, commercial weed eaters, and earth compactors during installation and repairs of storm drainage system or roadways. May use asphalt racks in spreading and leveling hot mix asphalt in patching potholes, paving driveways and resurfacing roadways.Performs routine preventive maintenance of equipment.Installs drainage pipes at new and completed sites to ensure proper drainage.Performs clearing of roadways.Assists with storm cleanup.Patches asphalt and repairs sinkholes.Installs driveways.Transports materials to jobsite.Provides traffic control.Maintains an accurate record/log of work performed.May supervise maintenance workers.Performs other duties as assigned.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Heavy Equipment Operator 1:High School diploma or equivalent;One (1) year of related equipment operating experience preferred;Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for South Carolina with safe driving record.Heavy Equipment Operator 2:High School diploma or equivalent;One (1) year of related equipment operating experience;Must be proficient in the operation of at least two (2) of the following pieces of equipment: front end loader, backhoe, excavator, compactor, skid steer, bulldozer, motor grader.Heavy Equipment Operator 3:High School diploma or equivalent;Two (2) years of related equipment operating experience;Must be proficient in the operation of at least three (3) of the following pieces of equipment: front end loader, backhoe, excavator, compactor, skid steer, bulldozer, motor grader.Heavy Equipment Operator 4:High School diploma or equivalent;Three (3) years of related equipment operating experience;Must have and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A for South Carolina with safe driving record.Must be proficient in the operation of at least three (3) of the following pieces of equipment: front end loader, backhoe, excavator, compactor, skid steer, bulldozer, motor grader.Special Requirements: Departmental testing may be administered during interview;A criminal background check will be completed on selected applicant if a current one (less than 3 years old) is not onfile.This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to read and write. Strong mathematical skills preferred.Ability to follow oral and written instructions and organize, plan and execute these instructions.Ability to use pneumatic power tools and general mechanics tools.Ability to use or repair small, medium and heavy equipment and machinery.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The work is regularly performed in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others. Thirty-seven and one half (37.5) hours per week. Normal working hours are Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. with the ability to work after hours when necessary. Scheduled hours/days, job location, duties and any other information contained herein is subject to change. May be required to work extra hours and to perform extra or different duties during emergency situations.
This position typically provides performance of specialized skilled work in the operation of a variety of complex motorized heavy equipment and vehicles in the construction and maintenance of county right of ways. Must be able to deal courteously and effectively with fellow employees.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs duties in the operation of various types of heavy construction equipment which may include side-cutters, bulldozer, loaders, motor graders, backhoes, paving machines and excavators.Operates small hand tools, forklifts, chain saws, commercial weed eaters, and earth compactors during installation and repairs of storm drainage system or roadways. May use asphalt racks in spreading and leveling hot mix asphalt in patching potholes, paving driveways and resurfacing roadways.Performs routine preventive maintenance of equipment.Installs drainage pipes at new and completed sites to ensure proper drainage.Performs clearing of roadways.Assists with storm cleanup.Patches asphalt and repairs sinkholes.Installs driveways.Transports materials to jobsite.Provides traffic control.Maintains an accurate record/log of work performed.May supervise maintenance workers.Performs other duties as assigned.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Heavy Equipment Operator 1:High School diploma or equivalent;One (1) year of related equipment operating experience preferred;Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for South Carolina with safe driving record.Heavy Equipment Operator 2:High School diploma or equivalent;One (1) year of related equipment operating experience;Must be proficient in the operation of at least two (2) of the following pieces of equipment: front end loader, backhoe, excavator, compactor, skid steer, bulldozer, motor grader.Heavy Equipment Operator 3:High School diploma or equivalent;Two (2) years of related equipment operating experience;Must be proficient in the operation of at least three (3) of the following pieces of equipment: front end loader, backhoe, excavator, compactor, skid steer, bulldozer, motor grader.Heavy Equipment Operator 4:High School diploma or equivalent;Three (3) years of related equipment operating experience;Must have and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A for South Carolina with safe driving record.Must be proficient in the operation of at least three (3) of the following pieces of equipment: front end loader, backhoe, excavator, compactor, skid steer, bulldozer, motor grader.Special Requirements: Departmental testing may be administered during interview;A criminal background check will be completed on selected applicant if a current one (less than 3 years old) is not onfile.This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to read and write. Strong mathematical skills preferred.Ability to follow oral and written instructions and organize, plan and execute these instructions.Ability to use pneumatic power tools and general mechanics tools.Ability to use or repair small, medium and heavy equipment and machinery.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The work is regularly performed in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others. Thirty-seven and one half (37.5) hours per week. Normal working hours are Monday through Thursday from 6:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. with the ability to work after hours when necessary. Scheduled hours/days, job location, duties and any other information contained herein is subject to change. May be required to work extra hours and to perform extra or different duties during emergency situations.
Salary : $46,874 - $65,523