About this opportunity
Government Jobs lists this Motor Equipment Operator I opportunity in roanoke, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job TitlePerforms manual labor and operates tandem dump trucks and heavy equipment used in the construction and maintenance of stormwater facilities. Services and makes minor repairs to equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.Essential Job Functions• Operates a tandem dump truck used for hauling materials and transporting equipment• Performs routine pre-trip DOT inspections.• Operates heavy and small equipment used to maintain and construct stormwater facilities and to remove snow.• Understand and follow all safety requirements• Performs heavy manual labor needed for construction of storm water projects, snow removal, debris clearing in creeks and streams.• Operates variety of power tools to include chain saws, pipe saws, mowers, weed trimmers, aerator, drills, dampers, augers, pumps, and wood working tools.• Applies fertilizer, weed killers and other compounds.• Performs routine maintenance service and repair to equipment.• Assists in loading and unloading transported material and equipment.• Subject to twenty-four (24) hour stand-by may occasionally work varied and/or extended shifts as assigned.• During inclement weather will be assigned snow removal duties at County facilitiesRequirements/PreferencesEducation Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent.Experience Required: Some experience in the operation of motorized equipment.Certifications/Licenses Required: Class A commercial driver's license with an air brake certification and have a good driving record.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesGood knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing trucks and other construction and maintenance equipment; and of traffic rules and regulations.Ability to operate several types of trucks and construction equipment; make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment; follow oral and written instructions; perform 24 hour on-call responsibilities and work varied shifts as assigned; and to perform other duties as assigned when not operating equipment.Additional Requirements Subject to a complete criminal history background search with acceptable results. Following a conditional offer of employment, must pass a post offer physical examination. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.Other InformationFull-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefit package that includes:Progressive Flexible Leave Plan with cash-in optionTwelve paid holidaysShort Term Disability InsuranceLong Term Disability InsuranceHealth, Vision and Dental InsuranceLife InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent CareVirginia Retirement System - Membership in VRS is automatic upon hire into a covered position. County contributes and employees pay their membership contribution.Deferred Compensation Plan with County MatchEmployee Assistance ProgramCredit Union Membership
Worksite address
roanoke, VA, 24011, US
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