NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Equipment Operator III - Solid Waste/Highways
Leonardtown, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$50K/yr - $86K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is part of St Mary's County Government, and they are seeking an Equipment Operator III to perform a variety of manual tasks and operate heavy equipment for Solid Waste and County Highway projects. The role involves maintaining County roadsides and roads while ensuring public safety, along with completing routine repairs and maintenance on various equipment.
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Responsibilities
Operates tractor tailers and dump transfer trailers; dump and roll-off trucks
MAY:
Operate a wide variety of heavy equipment, including loaders,, dozers, backhoes, shoulder machines, graders, and rollers; gradall, bucket truck, vacuum truck
Operate heavy equipment for installation of drainage pipes, excavation, site work, and preparation of sediment pits and parking lots
Operate heavy machinery to grade areas for access to roads, or to prepare gravel roads for newer/renovated buildings and structures
Maintains working knowledge of the safe operation practices of heavy equipment and the accompanying traffic regulations
Complete routine repairs, adjustments, and preventative maintenance on various equipment
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or G.E.D
Five (5) or more years of related experience; with three (3) years at journey level
Valid Maryland Commercial (Class A) Driver's License
Ability to gain working knowledge of St. Mary's County Government policies and procedures
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and various heavy equipment
Broad knowledge of machinery and vehicle maintenance
Knowledge of safety regulations, traffic control, and established procedures for operating equipment, as well as for ensuring public safety
Ability to effectively communicate with immediate Supervisor(s) and other staff
Ability to work Monday through Sunday, regular and evening shift work, as may be required
Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical to determine ability to perform job-related functions
May be required to provide on-call emergency services, if available
Position is classified as safety-sensitive and shall be subject to drug and alcohol testing as required under federal regulations
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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