Equipment Operator II (Roads, Bridges & Engineering)

Position Summary

Works under limited supervision to operate a track hoe, excavator, backhoe, or other heavy equipment utilized in the Roads, Bridges, and Engineering Department throughout unincorporated Shelby County’s Road system.

Pay Grade: 45H

Salary Commensurate with Experience and Education
 

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in the operation of heavy construction equipment; AND
• High school diploma or possess a GED.
• PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. 
   

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates several types of construction equipment, (i.e., Gradalls, trackhoes, backhoes, end loaders, motor graders and dozers) safely and efficiently.
• Performs equipment operations within a predetermined area, such as excavating or grading to certain requirements.
• Participates and oversees the cleaning, oiling, greasing and performing other related operator maintenance of equipment.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.
   

KSAs

• Knowledge of all safety procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering stakes.
   

Physical Requirements

• Must be in good physical condition and stooping, bending, lifting, climbing and able to work in an outdoor environment and inclement weather.
• Must pass a physical examination.
   

Special Requirements

• Must possess a valid Class B Tennessee commercial driver’s license or secure one prior to the end of new employee probation.
• Must be able to operate an excavator or backhoe.
• Must submit to and pass drug and alcohol screening.
   

Disclaimer

This position is subject to a background check for any convictions that have a substantial relationship to potential job duties. Only convictions that are substantially related to potential job duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.
 

Shelby County Resident Disclaimer  

All employees hired after September 1, 1986, must be residents of Shelby County and shall continue to reside in the County as a condition of their employment.  The residency requirement shall not apply to certain public safety/civil service employees.  This means exemption from this policy is in effect for the following departments and positions: (1) Sheriff Deputy Patrol Officers, Deputy Jailers and Dispatchers, employed by the Sheriff Department, (2) Correction Officers employed by the Division of Corrections, (3) Firefighters, Paramedics and Dispatchers employed by the Shelby County Fire Department.  The residency exemption for public safety/civil service employees does not include Appointed positions with Sheriff’s Office, Division of Corrections or the Fire Department.