What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator - Highway position at Olmsted County?
JOB Associate's degree from an accredited college in heavy equipment operations or related field and one (1) year of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
OR
A combination of education and experience equivalent to three (3) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.
Required Special Qualifications:
Possession of a valid Minnesota Class “B” driver’s license is required upon employment.
AND
Possession of a valid Minnesota Class “A” driver’s license with tanker endorsement is required within 12 months of employment.
Note:
Individuals will be required to complete a pre-employment drug test per the Omnibus Transportation Testing Act of 1991 and will be subject to subsequent testing as required per the regulation. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Under the general supervision, operates heavy equipment in snow removal and construction of roads, bridges, and other construction projects. May also perform construction, maintenance, and repair of bridges. Assists in completing regularly scheduled building maintenance tasks as well as limited janitorial duties will be required. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
24% or Less
25% - 49%
50%-74%
75% or more
Office environment
X
Outdoors environment
X
Shop environment
X
In vehicle / operating equipment
X
Exposure to hazardous materials, chemicals, toxic or caustic chemicals
X
Confined / restricted working environment
X
Exposure to atmospheric conditions and noise
X
Exposure to weather, extreme heat/cold, wet, and/or humid, vibration, electrical current
X
Animal handling/carcasses
X
Sitting, standing
X
Walking, reaching, pulling, climbing, crouching, kneeling, stooping, balancing, crawling, handling, and feeling
X
Push up to 100 pounds
X
Lift up to 70 pounds
X
Repetitive hand movements
X
Talking, hearing
X
Operate vehicle, heavy equipment
X
Close vision (near acuity)
X
Distance vision, color vision, depth perception
X
Accommodation (bring object into sharp focus)
X
Field of vision
X
Sedentary (Exert up to 10 pounds of force)
X
Light effort (exert up to 20 pounds of force)
X
Medium to heavy effort (exert 50 to 100 pounds of force)
X
Very heavy effort (exert over 100 lbs. of force?
X
Proximity to moving, mechanical parts
X
Working in high, exposed places
X
An Equal Opportunity Employer
OR
A combination of education and experience equivalent to three (3) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.
Required Special Qualifications:
Possession of a valid Minnesota Class “B” driver’s license is required upon employment.
AND
Possession of a valid Minnesota Class “A” driver’s license with tanker endorsement is required within 12 months of employment.
Note:
Individuals will be required to complete a pre-employment drug test per the Omnibus Transportation Testing Act of 1991 and will be subject to subsequent testing as required per the regulation. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Under the general supervision, operates heavy equipment in snow removal and construction of roads, bridges, and other construction projects. May also perform construction, maintenance, and repair of bridges. Assists in completing regularly scheduled building maintenance tasks as well as limited janitorial duties will be required. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Knowledge of the operating characteristics of assigned equipment.
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with assigned equipment and operations.
- Knowledge of applicable traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in the operations of assigned equipment.
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of equipment operation.
- Knowledge of routine traffic control operations.
- Skill in the use and operation of assigned equipment.
- Skill in the use of computers and technology.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to make minor operating adjustments and to recognize operating deficiencies in assigned equipment.
- Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools.
- Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varied weather conditions.
- Ability to learn the operation techniques of new equipment.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to identify roadway maintenance issues and report them according to established procedures.
Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:
Function:
24% or Less
25% - 49%
50%-74%
75% or more
Office environment
X
Outdoors environment
X
Shop environment
X
In vehicle / operating equipment
X
Exposure to hazardous materials, chemicals, toxic or caustic chemicals
X
Confined / restricted working environment
X
Exposure to atmospheric conditions and noise
X
Exposure to weather, extreme heat/cold, wet, and/or humid, vibration, electrical current
X
Animal handling/carcasses
X
Sitting, standing
X
Walking, reaching, pulling, climbing, crouching, kneeling, stooping, balancing, crawling, handling, and feeling
X
Push up to 100 pounds
X
Lift up to 70 pounds
X
Repetitive hand movements
X
Talking, hearing
X
Operate vehicle, heavy equipment
X
Close vision (near acuity)
X
Distance vision, color vision, depth perception
X
Accommodation (bring object into sharp focus)
X
Field of vision
X
Sedentary (Exert up to 10 pounds of force)
X
Light effort (exert up to 20 pounds of force)
X
Medium to heavy effort (exert 50 to 100 pounds of force)
X
Very heavy effort (exert over 100 lbs. of force?
X
Proximity to moving, mechanical parts
X
Working in high, exposed places
X
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $24 - $41