Heavy Equipment Operator- Department Only

Klamathcounty

Base: $27.55 - $34.85 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
On-site
Operation of graders and rollers
Preventive equipment maintenance skills
Manual labor in road construction
Klamath County is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for its Public Works Road Department, exclusively for current employees. The position involves operating various heavy machinery for roadway construction and maintenance while ensuring preventive maintenance and safety protocols are followed

Job Summary

  • This position is exclusively for current Klamath County Public Works Road Department employees.
  • The role involves operating a wide variety of heavy equipment including graders, rollers, and asphalt pavers for roadway construction and maintenance.
  • Employees must be prepared to work frequently exposed to wet conditions, extreme heat, cold, and moving mechanical parts.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Klamath County is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for its Public Works Road Department, exclusively for current employees. The position involves operating various heavy machinery for roadway construction and maintenance while ensuring preventive maintenance and safety protocols are followed.

Salary

Base: $27.55 - $34.85 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operation of graders and rollers
  • Preventive equipment maintenance skills
  • Manual labor in road construction
  • Chain saw operation for brush clearing
  • Asphalt paver and chip spreader operation
  • Snow blower operation in adverse weather

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
  • Experience with fence construction techniques
  • Strong physical stamina for lifting duties

Key Requirements

  • Valid Oregon Commercial Driver's License
  • Flagging Certification required
  • First Aid Certification required
  • CPR Certification required
  • Extensive experience with public works heavy equipment

Work Rights

Must be current Klamath County Public Works employee

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