Senior Equipment Operator

Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for operating and maintaining various types of light to heavy equipment used in the construction and maintenance of County roadways, drainage structures and associated rights of way (see list under "Working Conditions" below); performs skilled and lead activities in the completion of various construction and maintenance projects at advanced journeyman level; and performs related duties as required.

Working locations:

1.Southton (9874 Southton Rd)

2.Cagnon (6415 Cagnon Rd)

3.Judson (17310 Judson Rd)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates the work activities of road construction/maintenance crews

• Assists in estimating amounts of materials and supplies required to complete construction/repair projects

• Operates cranes, graders, excavators, bulldozers, tractor trailer and other light to heavy road construction equipment in the construction and maintenance roadways and drainage structures

• Ensures that established safety procedures are followed, including, but not limited to, those involving placement of road barricades, direction of traffic, and use of safety apparel/equipment

• Oversees on-the-job training for all levels of employees under supervision of this position including Crew Worker, Equipment Operator I, and Equipment Operator II

• Completes service checks, maintenance and minor repairs of vehicles and various pieces of road equipment

• Transports tools, materials, vehicles and equipment to and from construction/maintenance locations using various vehicles including tractor trailers

• Operates heavy equipment in the demolition of various structures obstructing rights of way

• Prepares and administers various logs, forms and reports including time sheets and work orders

• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate, and four (4) years experience operating light to heavy road construction and equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Knowledge of road equipment mechanical operations; knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heavy road construction and maintenance equipment; knowledge of safety standards and practices

• Skill in the operation of hand tools; skill in setting and verifying horizontal and vertical control on maintenance and construction projects; skill in performing basic mathematical calculations

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions including road construction plans; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees and the general public

• Must have a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance

• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test

• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

• Required to be on-call 24-hours a day

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Generally working in indoor conditions, exposure to temperature variations

• Occasional exposure to insects, insect and animal bites, poisonous plants, oily and damp/wet surfaces, dust, high noise areas, unfavorable fumes and vapors and hazardous chemicals

• Frequently moves items weighing up to 10-25 pounds

• Occasionally moves items weighing up to 25-100 pounds

• Occasionally moves about the office

• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information

• Generally operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

• Positions self to perform essential functions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

The following equipment is representative of the size, weight and complexity appropriate for Senior Equipment Operator: Oil Distributor (2000 gallon or more), Dozer, Truck (with mounted attachments), Grader Motor (All), Asphalt Paver, Excavator (All), Chip Spreader, Front End Loader/Back Hoe, Tractor Trailer (Equipment and Material Haul), Track Loader, Wheel Loader (3 cubic yards or more), and Truck-Trailer Combination. Temporary assignment to higher or lower level equipment may occur when necessary.

Supplemental Information

Workstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-335-2545.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enableindividualswith disabilities to perform the essential functions.