Equipment Operator II (Stormwater Engineering)

Description

Performs specialized skilled work in the operation of one or more types of motorized heavy equipment used in maintenance and construction operations for the Stormwater Engineering Division. Operates heavy equipment such as excavators, backhoes, trenchers, and dump trucks to haul dirt, gravel and debris to and from work sites; installs and repairs drainage pipe, outfalls, BMP’s, stream restorations and erosion control measures. Handles customer complaints, and is often the person who deals one-on-one with upset customers.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school and 1 to 2 years of experience in the operation of heavy motorized equipment; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Operates one or more types of motorized heavy equipment involved in construction and maintenance, such as: tractors, loaders, dump trucks; digs drainage ways and ditches, hauls and pushes dirt, and assists in installing and repairing storm drain pipes.

Supplemental Information

Possession of a valid chauffeur and Class A - Commercial Driver's License issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Physical Demands

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including tractors, front end loaders, excavators, compactors, bulldozers, etc., and hand tools including shovels, wrenches, carpentry tools, laser and grades rods, torches, etc. Must be able to lift 50 pounds, and be able to stand, bend, and stoop for a major portion of the day when doing residential yard debris collection, and other work involving manual labor.

The County of York offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees to include medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, VRS retirement, group life insurance, deferred compensation, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid holidays and paid leave.