Equipment Operator III - Parks

Summary The hiring salary range is $ 47,573.57 - $65,413.34 annually, commensurate with experience. Charles County Government is seeking a dynamic Equipment Operator to operate gasoline and diesel vehicles and equipment. Operator will perform a wide range of tasks associated with road and right-of-way repair and maintenance; snow removal; flood containment; drainage, erosion, or sediment control systems, and emergency response for road conditions and weather events. This position will address and resolve advanced nonroutine preventive maintenance requirements, corrective maintenance issues, and work requests in a safe, efficient, and quality manner with a strong focus on customer service and in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations. Essential Job Functions Reviews work orders or instructions to determine work activities. Identifies materials and tools required and estimates time needed to complete the work. Purchases or orders materials in accordance with county procurement policies and distributes to the appropriate location. Operates vehicles and equipment to include, but not be limited to, medium duty trucks, heavy duty trucks including dump trucks, tractor trailers, bucket trucks, equipment transporters, large capacity loaders, backhoes, power shovels, tractors, chippers, and equivalent types of equipment. Checks vehicle or equipment for any safety or other concerns prior to operation. Transports team members, equipment, tools, and materials to work sites. Diagnoses the cause and related symptoms of any road or drainage concern. Implements appropriate procedures or safeguards if the continued use of the road or drainage system could be hazardous. Prepares work site to ensure the safety of employees and motorists. Sets out signs and cones to warn of obstacles, unsafe conditions, or repair work. When needed, ensures adequate staffing is present to flag motorists. Maintains the safety and cleanliness of the work area and safeguards assets, such as equipment, tools, and materials. Controls traffic passing near, in, or around work areas. Signals Equipment Operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of materials and equipment. Repairs and maintains roads by patching potholes and resurfacing damaged sections of roads and road shoulders. Installs, repairs, or replaces road signs and drainage pipes. Measures and cuts pipe or posts to required length using appropriate tools. Excavates, compacts, and grades soil for proper sediment and erosion control. Removes debris and vegetation from roads and roadsides for adequate travel and visibility. Clears debris from culverts, catch basins, drop inlets, ditches, and other drain structures. Conducts quality control and assurance procedures to confirm the maintenance or repair is complete and the road or drainage system can be used safely and reliably. Responds to road emergencies for road conditions and weather events, transporting any needed equipment, tools, or materials. Ensures adequate precautions are taken until the road can be safely traveled. Restocks salt dome with road salt as needed. Documents work performed in a clear, detailed but concise and timely manner. Documentation should reflect work performed by the employee and include the time and materials used. Cooperates with employees in other departments, divisions, and agencies to safety resolve issues in a timely manner. Supports supervisory personnel by training, guiding, and advising less experienced employees and providing feedback on performance. Attends weekly safety meetings. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Education and Experience: High school diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED). Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience operating medium to heavy equipment, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training. Licenses or Certifications: Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B is required. Class A is p…

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