VAC TRUCK OPERATOR

Public Works Equipment Operator

Applicants who previously applied need not reapply to receive consideration. The purpose of the class is to operate heavy and/or specialized equipment in the maintenance and/or construction of County roads, water/sewer systems and stormwater systems and in support of other Public Works Operations; to maintain assigned equipment; and to perform other work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

Essential job functions include operating heavy equipment to excavate and compact earth, cut roadways and ditches, remove trees, grade land, build ponds, build roads, load/unload materials, move/haul materials, maintain County properties, install pipe and perform other general or specialized functions of the Public Works Department. May operate dump trucks, service trucks, and other trucks, motor graders, bull dozers, bob cats, front-end loaders, skid steers, bush hogs, back hoes, track hoes, rollers, packers, compactors, trailers, tractors, low boys, fork lifts, etc. May operate a vac-truck with hydraulic and water pump to clean sewer lines, cross lines and drain pipes, pump stations and lift stations. Removes debris from drainage pipes, box culverts and other storm drainage structures. Manually loads/unloads materials onto vehicles. Uses hand and power tools in various manual tasks as required. May perform cement/concrete work. Performs routine landscaping work at job sites as necessary. Uses welding and cutting torches as needed in equipment maintenance. Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe working conditions; reports defects or required maintenance to the supervisor. Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of assigned tools and equipment. Cleans pump stations, sewer lines and manholes. Assists pump station crews. Performs hydro excavation of sewer lines as needed. Works with camera crew; smoke tests man hole for leaks. Washes lines with pull behind washer. Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety. Provides leadership to less experienced equipment operators as required. Attends training as required to enhance job knowledge and skills. Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Education and experience: High school diploma or GED. Requires at least two (2) years of related work experience. Special qualifications: Must possess or be able to obtain a valid state CDL driver's license with appropriate endorsements.

Work environment: Work is performed in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others. Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment. Position type and expected hours of work: This is a full-time position; typical work 40 hours per week Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status. Must be available to work holidays, weekends, and during emergencies. May respond to after hour emergencies as assigned. This is a safety sensitive position and employees holding this position have the responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. This position is subject to random drug testing. E.O.E. Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services.