Equipment Operator

Classification Title Equipment Operator III

Job Code

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Pay Grade DPW2.1

GENERAL SUMMARY

• Responsible for the various repair, maintenance and construction operations of Township roads
• including, but not limited to, snow and ice control, paving, grading, sweeping, mowing and
• general road repairs. Also responsible for the operation, preservation, cleaning, minor field
• adjustments and repairs of equipment assigned. Operators may be responsible for supervising
• small groups of employees during Township road related projects. Perform heavy manual labor,
• perform skilled and semi-skilled work and work special hours as required.
• Supervision is exercised over lower level operators, Laborers, part time and seasonal
• employees or others, including outside contractors, assigned to assist the Road Division. Work
• is performed under the general supervision of Operator I and II, the Crew Leader and Road
• Foreman as well as the Public Works Superintendent and Public Works Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and
• responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform
• job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Equipment Operator III may be required to operate the following tools and equipment (not an

• all-inclusive list): All dump trucks, front loaders, tractors, prime trailer, chloride truck, mowers,
• air compressor, hydro seeder, rollers, flatbed trailer, and all hand held power tools.

• Drive and operate the above stated equipment in a safe and professional manor.
• Perform the duties of an Equipment Operator, Truck Driver and Laborer involved in repairs

and maintenance of Township streets and right-of-ways.

• Ability to engage in heavy manual labor for extended periods, in all types of weather and

under various working conditions.

• Ability to perform skilled and semi-skilled road related construction operations with equipment.
• Plow and salt streets, parking lots and sidewalks.
• Operate power driven equipment and tools.
• Operate electronic snow plowing and deicing equipment.
• Service equipment and make minor repairs and adjustments.
• Ability to change various attachments on equipment and make fuel adjustments.
• Maintain proper safety procedures in all work operations.
• Complete daily time sheets.
• Analyze and prepare reports for repairs to equipment.

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• Analyze and report needed street repairs.
• Perform related work as assigned.
• Perform other essential tasks as identified by Bloomfield Township.
• Assist in preparing daily work schedules and outlining work assignments.
• Make inspections of and supervise maintenance, construction and repair projects in progress

and upon their completion.

• Respond to routine citizen complaints.
• Assist mechanics in making vehicle repairs.
• Wash, clean and detail township vehicles.
• Attend meetings and classes as identified by Bloomfield Township.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Bloomfield Township administrators.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency
• 1 to 3 years' experience
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required

skills, knowledge and abilities

Licenses or Certifications

Michigan license, CDL with A and N

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Will need to maintain FEMA Certifications, Winter Maintenance Certification training, related
• vehicle operating certificates as identified by Bloomfield Township.
• Work special hours as required, including 24/7 on-call status during winter season.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

None.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

• Knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in road maintenance or

related construction and repair work.

• Considerable knowledge of the operational capabilities and requirements of a variety of

light and heavy power driven equipment.

• Considerable knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances and practices.
• Ability to organize work activities.

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• Skill in the operation of various units of equipment listed in the equipment operator

classifications.

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, in all types of weather and

under various working conditions.

• Mechanically inclined.
• Knowledge of safety hazards in operating equipment.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Ability to work effectively and establish good working relationships with other employees.
• Ability to work effectively with the general public.
• Good traffic record.
• Meet the physical and mental requirements as established by a licensed physician

and/or psychologist selected by Bloomfield Township.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

• The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee
• encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
• may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

Seldom or

Never

Sometimes or

Occasionally

Frequently

or Often

• Office or similar indoor environment X
• Outdoor environment X
• Street environment (near moving traffic) X
• Construction site X
• Confined space X

Vehicle X

• Warehouse environment X
• Shop environment X

Exposures

Seldom or

Never

Sometimes or

Occasionally

Frequently

or Often

• Individuals who are rude or irate X
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds X
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) X
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) X
• Communicable diseases X
• Moving mechanical parts X
• Fumes or airborne particles X
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances X
• Loud noises (85+ decibels) x

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
• employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
• may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force
• frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.