Heavy Equipment Operator II (HEO II) - Public Works

About the Role

Skilled work in the operation of Public Works equipment. Operates equipment with complex controls requiring a relatively high degree of skill and manipulative ability. Required to exercise skill and care in the operation of assigned equipment, perform service on the equipment, and protect property from damage. May rotate among various pieces of equipment as workload changes or operate other types of construction equipment. Required to perform manual labor when not operating equipment. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level employee who determines work priority and reviews assignments through periodic inspections for desired results.

Responsibilities

• Operates a motor-grader, grading right-of-way and new construction.
• Operates dragline, track hoe, loading trucks, clearing ditches, and constructing turnoffs.
• Operates other equipment when necessary to maintain work schedule, including all equipment required of lower positions.
• Performs other job duties as assigned by supervisor, including laborer and semi-skilled assignments during slack or seasonal periods.
• Performs manual work associated with equipment usage.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• Progressively responsible experience with a minimum of three years in the operation of varied heavy equipment in road work or any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of general practices of safe, efficient operation and care of a variety of heavy road construction mobile equipment.
• Ability to safely operate equipment under all types of weather conditions on rough ground.
• Ability to make minor repairs to the equipment and to assist in general repairs.
• Ability to perform the physical work related to the job.
• Highly skilled in the operation of various types of heavy, complex equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of laws and County regulations pertaining to the operation of equipment.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.