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Equipment Operator/Truck Driver

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Lincoln County

Highway Department

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Highway Department Director, the Truck Driver is a non-exempt position under FLSA. This position performs semi-skilled work in the operation of trucks and department equipment. This employee should possess excellent organizational, communication, and public relation skills. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Loads and unloads trucks with material, machinery, and equipment;

Performs pre-trip inspections and walk a-rounds;

Reports all equipment repair and maintenance needs to Office Manager;

Responsible for timely hauling of material, machinery and equipment to work site and other locations;

Works with citizens and governmental entities in the construction, maintenance, and repair of county roads;

Assists with the construction and maintenance of county roads and bridges using trucks and heavy equipment;

Maintains accurate daily log of all work completed;

Responsible for maintenance of department equipment;

Performs snow removal duties and installs snow fences.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Assists with installing traffic control devices and provides traffic control where necessary;

Operates two-way radios;

Assists with tree trimming, tree removal and other vegetation control duties;

Performs yard and shop maintenance;

Assists with painting duties;

Attends and participates in training and educational sessions for department employees;

Assists other County departments as required;

Assists with Emergency Preparedness response as assigned, according to the chain of command;

May be required to work overtime in emergency situations ex. snow, flood or oiling;

Performs other duties as deemed necessary or assigned.

Equipment Operator/Truck Driver

Position Summary

Lincoln County

Highway Department

EXPERIENCE: One or more years of similar or related experience is preferred. Employee is expected to have acquired the necessary information and skills to perform the job in a reasonable manner within six months of employment.

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED is required. A valid Class A Commercial Drivers License is required.

TECHNICAL SKILLS: A thorough knowledge of rules and regulations and laws for safe operation and driving of commercial vehicles is required. This employee must possess strong mechanical skills. The ability to operate loaders, graders, trucks, and other heavy equipment is preferred. The ability to understand and interpret written instructions, maps, schematics, manuals, reports, regulations, and other written material is required. A thorough knowledge of the physical layout of Lincoln County is required. This employee should have good organizational, public relations, and oral and written communication skills. This employee needs to be able to adapt to changing technology.

PROBLEM SOLVING: Independent problem solving is a major factor in this position. This employee may encounter problems with equipment malfunctions and adverse weather.

DECISION MAKING: Independent decision-making is a factor in this position. This employee makes decisions about proper maintenance and repair of equipment, and performing daily duties in the most efficient manner.

SUPERVISION: This employee works under the supervision of the Highway Department Director. This employee oes not exercise any supervisory responsibilities over subordinate personnel.

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

This employee is responsible for county equipment and resources.

PERSONAL RELATIONS: Frequent contact with the general public, co-workers, and supervisory personnel is expected.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Some adverse working conditions exist within this position. Exposure to heavy machinery, hazardous chemicals, and excessive noise, heights, work in confined areas, walking on uneven ground, hazardous chemicals and all types of weather are expected.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work Level: Level 4, Heavy Work. Applicant must attain a 3.5 score or above on their Physical Capacity Profile. Manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy objects and ability to operate department equipment is required daily in this position. Examples include, but not limited to: walking, bending, kneeling, climbing a ladder and on and off of equipment, lif