Transport Driver / Operator Lead (Departmental Promotion Only)

Pinal County Public Works Operator

Have you considered investing in your community? Pinal County is a beautiful place that needs passionate people who want to help others and make a difference in their lives. Public service is a rewarding career choice; not only does it offer a strong sense of purpose, but it also benefits you financially. We may not be the most competitive in salary, but we provide great value to our employees, including highly sought-after retirement plans, paid sabbaticals every five years, and very affordable benefit costs. In the long run, Pinal County is an excellent choice to fulfill your passion and support your retirement!

Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU. Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job.

An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.

Paid Vacation And Sick Leave

Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish

Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years

Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!

Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From

Dental and Vision Plans

Comprehensive Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Alternative Work Schedules

Telehealth

Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education

Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options

Civil Service Leave

Van Pool Options

Short-Term Disability Employer Paid

Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid

Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses

Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

JOB SUMMARY:

Perform skilled work at a journeymen level in the operation of heavy and specialized trucks and motorized equipment used for a variety of job functions in Public Works. Operate tools and heavy equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures under basic supervision. Perform lead duties for work crews on daily assignment and mentor or train Operators and Heavy Equipment Operators.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Operate a variety of specialized and heavy equipment to maintain Pinal County roads, roadways, drainage systems, and infrastructure in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

Work independently to operate PWD vehicles and motorized equipment, including light trucks, water trucks, mowers, loaders, back hoe, grader, dozer, end dump, and belly dump, for its intended purpose.

Repair roads, spread asphalt, seal cracks, and repair holes, maintain roads and infrastructure; haul materials, transport vehicles and equipment to job sites, grade, water, and roll unpaved roads, sweep and clean roads, and maintain bridges, drains, and culverts.

Control ongoing work projects to assure that safety rules and regulations are followed.

Assist in the daily supervision of work crews, assignments of workload, and management of projects.

Mentor, train and lead Operators and Heavy Equipment Operators in proper techniques and in use of light and heavy equipment.

Inspect work products from crews to ensure productivity and compliance to regulations.

Inspect light and heavy machinery before use by crews.

Provide input to management on policies and procedures and provide recommendations to improve efficiency.

Provide input to management on crew member for performance evaluations.

Read an interpret construction plans to provide directions to work crews.

Maintain roads and infrastructure as directed, haul materials, and transport vehicles and equipment to job sites, grade, water, and roll unpaved roads, sweep and clean roads, and maintain bridges, drains, and culverts.

Perform manual labor tasks, repair pot holes, clear debris from culverts and roadway, and move and set barricades.

Work on assigned projects and make appropriate decisions based on work experience.

Maintain required daily logs, reports, and maintenance records.

Clean and perform routine maintenance work on trucks and equipment, identify and report mechanical problems requiring additional repair, and notify supervisors of repair problems beyond the scope of authority.

Follow all safety rules and regulations and utilize proper safety precautions in all work performed and report safety hazards, equipment problems, and emergency situations.

Perform tasks in the interest of public safety during emergencies, perform traffic control activities as needed, report safety hazards and traffic problems, and cross-train in PWD work methods and safety procedures.

Clean up spills and unsafe conditions in a timely manner and according to procedures.

Closely follow written and verbal instructions.

May assist in recruitment of Operators and Heavy Equipment Operators.

May provide back up to the Assistant Highway Foreman.

To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.

Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.

Perform other related duties as required.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES:

CPR / First Aid Training

Flagger Certified

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Four (4) years of experience in operating heavy equipment in construction, maintenance, and related heavy equipment. Or 2 years as a Heavy Equipment Operator with Pinal County.

Must have a valid Class A Arizona State Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsements.

Or an equivalent combination of training, education or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the position's duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of materials, methods, tools, equipment, and supplies used in roadway maintenance.

Knowledge of Federal and state safety rules and regulations, including Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), and AZ-DOT standards, protocols, specifications, and guidelines for public works construction and safety standards in hazardous traffic environments.

Knowledge of county geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, and PWD facility locations.

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions, including proper use and storage of chemicals, and OSHA Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.

Knowledge of personal computers utilizing standard and specialized software.

Skill in performing a full range of skilled and semi-skilled PWD maintenance work.

Ability to promote and enforce safe work practices.

Ability to operate and maintain tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.

Ability to work with others to complete daily tasks.

Ability to communicate with residents concerning project completion and access to properties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work is very heavy work and requires exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work also requires the ability to balance, climb, crawl, crouch, finger, feel, grasp, handle, reach, kneel, lift, pull, push, perform repetitive motion, walk, operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment, hear, speak, stand, stoop, walk, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity. May be required to be on-call.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed outside in an environment with varying weather temperatures.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval. This is an internal promotion opportunity for current employees of the Development Service Public Works Department only. You must be a current employee to be considered for this position.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration, which may impact your future Pinal County applications.

Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources.

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available.

Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment