Equipment Operator II

Equipment Operator II County of Riverside - 3.8 Moreno Valley, CA Job Details $69,355.98 - $88,513.76 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications CDL B Excavator Outdoor work Maintenance CDL A Grader operation Mid-level Flood control Construction machinery maintenance Landfill operations Dump truck Dozer Loader operation Power tools Backhoe operation Skid steer loader Water truck Highway maintenance Hand tools Working on construction projects Lowboy Under 1 year Full Job Description For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside's Department of Waste Resources has an opportunity for an Equipment Operator II who will be assigned to the Badlands landfill, located in Moreno Valley. The Equipment Operator II is responsible for the skilled operation of a wide variety both wheeled and tracked motorized construction and maintenance equipment in support of the construction, reconstruction, and ongoing maintenance at both open and closed County landfills. This position requires advanced training and the ability to perform complex tasks using a broad range of heavy and light equipment, including but not limited to full-sized and mini excavators, dozers, skid steers, loaders, motor graders, scrapers, compactors, water trucks, rock trucks, and dump trucks, in support of public works projects, facility maintenance and landfill site operations. Competitive candidates will possess experience in landfill maintenance or construction, including operating equipment such as backhoes, dozers, excavators, scrapers, motor graders, and dump trucks in support of site operations. This position follows a 4/10 schedule. The Equipment Operator II may be required to work at least one Saturday a month (subject to change based on department needs). Possession of a valid

California Commercial Driver License:

Class A or B i s required when applying for this position. A DMV Driving Report (generated within the last 30 days) must be attached to your application to advance to an interview. Meet the Team! The Department of Waste Resources serves the County's solid waste disposal needs by providing for efficient and effective landfilling of County non-hazardous waste, protecting the environment, and promoting recycling in order to ensure a safe and healthy community for current and future generations.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Operate tracked and/or wheeled motorized construction equipment (e.g., loaders, excavators, motor graders, scrapers, refuse compactors, oil mixers, and dozers) within required tolerance in the maintenance and construction of roads, landfills, flood control channels, and other public work facilities. Prepare, grade, and shape new county roads, landfills, and flood control channels; check and set grades. Work from survey reference marks, plans, and specifications; clear roads, channels and other facilities of storm debris and damage; construct and repair storm drains, culverts, catch basins, and concrete gutters. Service and maintain assigned equipment; may operate low-bed or trucks with trailers in hauling equipment or materials. Use a variety of hand and power tools in performing work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

Two years in the maintenance or construction of public work facilities (e.g., roads, airports, landfills, or flood control channels) which included one year operating tracked and/or wheeled motorized construction equipment as a primary duty.

Note:

Candidates will be manually tested on heavy equipment operation during the interview.

License:

Possession of a valid Commercial California Class A or Class B Driver's License is required at the time of application. A DMV Driving Report (generated within the last 30 days) must be attached to your application to advance to an interview. This position has been designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident. For detailed requirements, visit DOT Requirements.

Physical/Environmental Requirements:

The Equipment Operator II primarily operates outdoors and is exposed to inclement weather, and other environmental conditions. The responsibilities require moving heavy materials such as concrete blocks, heavy timbers, cement bags or mechanical parts, and will also require that the incumbent walk on uneven ground or wet surfaces with or without reasonable accommodation.

Knowledge of:

The tools, materials, and equipment commonly used in public works construction and maintenance; the operation and maintenance of gasoline and diesel powered construction and maintenance equipment.

Ability to:

Perform a variety of skilled maintenance and construction tasks, including working to grade; safely operate tracked and/or wheeled motorized equipment; read plans and specifications relating to construction and field maintenance work; follow oral and written directions.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitment: Please contact Valeria Ramirez at 951-955-1943 or . Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries. If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at toll-free 1-855-524-5627. ________________________________________________________________________________________

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas. Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors. Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required. Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head. General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com. If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.