Heavy Equipment Operator or Trainee - Apache Junction

Heavy Equipment Operator

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This position will be located at the Public Works Yard.

This recruitment is for both Heavy Equipment Operator Trainee and Heavy Equipment Operator.

Job Summary - Heavy Equipment Operator Trainee

Pay Grade 05

Starting Salary : $34,500.00

Perform entry-level work in the operation of specialized trucks and motorized equipment used for a variety of job functions in the Public Works Department (PWD) and operate tools and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures under close supervision. This is a trainee position that can transfer into our Heavy Equipment Operator Series. Non-Competitive appointment into the Heavy Equipment Operator is contingent on successful completion of the certifications and training specified in this classification.

Job Summary - Heavy Equipment Operator

Pay Grade 07

Starting Salary $39,411.00

Perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation of specialized trucks and motorized equipment used for a variety of job functions in the Public Works Department (PWD) and operate tools and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures under basic supervision.

Example of Duties

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

Typical Classification Essential Duties - Heavy Equipment Operator Trainee :

• Operate a variety of specialized equipment to maintain Pinal County roads, roadways, drainage systems and infrastructure, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Operate PWD vehicles and motorized equipment, including light trucks, water trucks, mowers, loaders, and back hoes.
• 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, 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.
• 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.

Typical Classification Essential Duties - Heavy Equipment Operator :

Minimum Requirements

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May be required to work evenings, nights, and weekends.

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Supplemental Information

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