Operator I

Our Highway Operation is looking for mowers and traffic control drivers this summer to join the Operations Team. The team works a 4 day work week, Monday thru Thursday from 6:30 am to 5:00 pm, and on call for emergencies/weather events.

Position Title Operator I FLSA: NE

General Purpose

The Operator I seasonal will assist with mowing duties for the Clay County Highway Department over the summer and fall. w. The Operator I This position will operate farm tractor with brush hog attachment, light equipment, trucks and other vehicles and equipment to accomplish assigned tasks.

Primary Responsibilities

• This is a responsible position that works with general oversight and direction from the Highway Crew Supervisor and may on occasion work independently.

• Safe, efficient, and proficient operation of all types of equipment and tools used to complete task.

• Responsible for traffic control when assigned.

• Operates hand tools and chain saws competently and safely.

• Performs daily routine cleaning and preventive maintenance on equipment.

• Follows county and departmental safety rules, regulations, and practices through daily inspection of assigned equipment and on-site working conditions.

• Performs other related duties as assigned and reasonably qualified to perform.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the maintenance of heavy equipment, light equipment, trucks, and other equipment and tools used by the department.

• Highly skilled in the operation of equipment and tools used by the department.

• Skilled in effectively communicating with all levels of staff.

• Ability to independently and safely carry out assigned tasks, duties, and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid Missouri Class F driver's license with clean record.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with county roads and bridges.

Minimum ADA/Physical Requirements

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively on the telephone, by two-way radio and in person.

• Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to distinguish colors, to comprehend written work instructions, to review, and to evaluate a variety of written/typed documents and text materials.

• Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to perform job functions; to sit and operate equipment for an extended period of time; to perform strenuous tasks requiring muscle strength and coordination; to maintain body balance while ascending or descending ladders or open stairs; to maintain body equilibrium while bending at the waist or at the knees; frequently required to stand or sit for an extended period of time without a significant rest period

• Sufficient personal mobility, flexibility, and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to work outdoors in conditions of extreme heat or cold with frequent exposure to wind, dust, allergens, rain, snow, insects, snakes, and poison ivy; able to walk and stand on uneven ground to perform work.

• Able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

• Work is performed outside, in varying types of terrain and may be exposed to insects, snakes, poison ivy, and inclement weather.

• Some work is performed in a shop setting. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate; at times the noise level may be loud, with frequent interruptions and multiple demands.

• May be exposed for prolonged periods of time to outdoor weather conditions that may vary from extreme heat to extreme cold.

• May be exposed to debris, fumes, odors, airborne particles, and dust.

• May be exposed to the possibility of bodily injury.

• May be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and other hazardous conditions.

THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT. Clay County maintains its rights as an "at will" employer and nothing in this job description restricts its ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description describes the County's current assignment of essential functions. Those functions may change at any time as the needs of the County change or for other reasons deemed appropriate by the County.