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Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District
Heavy Equipment Operator
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What they do
An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$56,492 / year median in Missouri
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description
SALARY RANGE
$70,424.64 - $92,457.04 ANNUALDESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, operates and performs minor maintenance of heavy construction vehicles and equipment to assist in the construction and maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer facilities Under general supervision, operates and performs minor maintenance of heavy construction vehicles and equipment to assist in the construction and maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer facilities.Essential Functions:
- Operates heavy construction vehicles and equipment such as a back hoe, excavator, skid steer or truck
- mounted crane in digging trenches, loading trucks, lowering pipe/ shoring and back filling
- operates equipment such as a wheel loader in loading trucks at ground level
- inspects and services vehicle and makes minor repairs
- makes minor repairs to all equipment; transfers equipment and stations for safe operation
- supervises work of assigned employees
Additional Responsibilities:
- Perform related work as required or as delegated by supervisor. Physical Demands
Stationary Position:
ConstantlyMove/Traverse:
ConstantlyStationary Position/Seated:
RarelyTransport/Lifting:
ConstantlyTransport/Carrying:
ConstantlyExerting Force/Pushing:
ConstantlyExerting Force/Pulling:
ConstantlyAscend/Descend:
ConstantlyBalancing:
ConstantlyPosition Self/Stooping:
ConstantlyPosition Self/Kneeling:
ConstantlyPosition Self/Crouching:
ConstantlyPosition Self/Crawling:
ConstantlyReaching:
ConstantlyHandling:
ConstantlyGrasping:
ConstantlyFeeling:
ConstantlyCommunicate/Talking:
ConstantlyCommunicate/Hearing:
FrequentlyRepetitive Motions:
ConstantlyCoordination:
ConstantlyMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience:
- Highschool diploma/GED
- Five (5) years of experience in maintenance and operation of heavy construction vehicles and equipment
Desirable Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of the operation, servicing and daily maintenance of heavy construction equipment and vehicles
- Considerable knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in vehicle and equipment operation
- Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and proper safety precautions
- Skill in the operation of heavy equipment used to dig trenches, lay pipe on grade and repair sewer pipe, hoist and set heavy materials, clear and grade land, spread and compact asphalt, trench compaction equipment, operate boom truck
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to supervise the work of subordinates
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Must possess an appropriate, valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with endorsements for air brakes and tanker issued by the state in which employee resides within the first three (3) months of employment. Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures," this position has been designated as safety sensitive, and candidate must pass a D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this position are subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. All current employees must have a 'Meets Expectations' or 'Proficient' rating on their most recent performance evaluation to be eligible.SALARY RANGE
$70,424.64 - $92,457.04 ANNUALDESCRIPTION
Under general supervision, operates and performs minor maintenance of heavy construction vehicles and equipment to assist in the construction and maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer facilities Under general supervision, operates and performs minor maintenance of heavy construction vehicles and equipment to assist in the construction and maintenance of sanitary and storm sewer facilities.Essential Functions:
- Operates heavy construction vehicles and equipment such as a back hoe, excavator, skid steer or truck
- mounted crane in digging trenches, loading trucks, lowering pipe/ shoring and back filling
- operates equipment such as a wheel loader in loading trucks at ground level
- inspects and services vehicle and makes minor repairs
- makes minor repairs to all equipment; transfers equipment and stations for safe operation
- supervises work of assigned employees
Additional Responsibilities:
- Perform related work as required or as delegated by supervisor. Physical Demands
Stationary Position:
ConstantlyMove/Traverse:
ConstantlyStationary Position/Seated:
RarelyTransport/Lifting:
ConstantlyTransport/Carrying:
ConstantlyExerting Force/Pushing:
ConstantlyExerting Force/Pulling:
ConstantlyAscend/Descend:
ConstantlyBalancing:
ConstantlyPosition Self/Stooping:
ConstantlyPosition Self/Kneeling:
ConstantlyPosition Self/Crouching:
ConstantlyPosition Self/Crawling:
ConstantlyReaching:
ConstantlyHandling:
ConstantlyGrasping:
ConstantlyFeeling:
ConstantlyCommunicate/Talking:
ConstantlyCommunicate/Hearing:
FrequentlyRepetitive Motions:
ConstantlyCoordination:
ConstantlyMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience:
- Highschool diploma/GED
- Five (5) years of experience in maintenance and operation of heavy construction vehicles and equipment
Desirable Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of the operation, servicing and daily maintenance of heavy construction equipment and vehicles
- Considerable knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in vehicle and equipment operation
- Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and proper safety precautions
- Skill in the operation of heavy equipment used to dig trenches, lay pipe on grade and repair sewer pipe, hoist and set heavy materials, clear and grade land, spread and compact asphalt, trench compaction equipment, operate boom truck
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to supervise the work of subordinates
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
Must possess an appropriate, valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with endorsements for air brakes and tanker issued by the state in which employee resides within the first three (3) months of employment. Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures," this position has been designated as safety sensitive, and candidate must pass a D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this position are subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations. All current employees must have a 'Meets Expectations' or 'Proficient' rating on their most recent performance evaluation to be eligible. fepspuubcxuaBenefits
- Dental Insurance