Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO)

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JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the foreman, position is manual, semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of County properties. Employees in this position perform a variety of labor tasks requiring some job-acquired skills in a specialize field. Duties are routine, but are normally performed with evaluated thought results nd on-job inspections.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION

Performs maintenance and repair duties; acts as working leader of a small labor crew Clean ditches; controls growth of weeds in drainage areas Works in trenches or excavations which are filled with water; performs heavy pipe-laying duties Under supervision, serves as a light construction equipment operator; sets up and operates pumps, compressors and generators Makes inspections and keeps basic records Lubricates, services and makes minor inspections to vehicles and equipment in a shop or field Operates various, automotive vehicles, trucks, tractors, loaders, and other mechanized equipment Performs all other duties assigned Performs other related work as required

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of tools methods and materials of general maintenance work Considerable knowledge of methods and tools used in cement finishing and block laying Ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction Ability to efficiently direct a small labor crew Ability to recognize safety hazards in the work involved Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods under adverse weather conditions

QULAIFICATIONS

Class CDL A One year experience heavy equipment operator Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge needed to perform the essential functions of the position

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following physical activities are necessary to perform one of more essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Holmes County. Sits or Stands long periods work is performed outdoors with exposure to inclement weather Moderate physical demands Strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to seventy-five (75) pounds; May be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment Moves, lifts, carry's and places objects weighing up to 100 pounds without assistance