Equipment Operator Sr. (Streets and Roads)

SALARY

The minimum salary is $20.855 per hour
This position is eligible for overtime (non-exempt), if applicable.
Pay Grade 515

This position is eligible for Hazardous Duty Supplemental Pay ($90/month, $0.52c/hour) and CDL pay ($1.08/hour) upon hire.

FILING DEADLINE DATE

The deadline to apply is Monday, March 24, 2024

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this classification is to operate and maintain two (2) or more pieces of power construction or other heavy equipment; may supervise and train work crews.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Two (2) years of related experience
• Additional years of related education may substitute for years of related experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operates equipment related to area of assignment
• Inspects equipment for proper operating condition and makes minor repairs, as needed
• Coordinates major repairs and preventative maintenance with fleet services
• Performs routine clerical duties such as completing route sheets, notices, service requests and other forms as necessary
• Performs related work as assigned

SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• Valid Driver's License
• Valid Kentucky Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B and a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner's Certificate in order to qualify and must be maintained as a condition of employment
• Must obtain Endorsement N - Tank Vehicles within the first six (6) months of employment and must be maintained as a condition of employment
• CDL holders are subject to FMCSA query prior to qualification
• Please attach a current copy of your CDL license to this application

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be accessible to on-call duty and be able to work weekends and holidays as assigned and during emergencies.
• Positions are required to perform snow removal duties during weather emergencies.
• Must be able to operate Urban County Government equipment and vehicles in a safe, prudent and responsible manner.
• All positions require drug testing before employment and may require a post-job offer physical as stated in Ordinances 21-14(b), 22-13 and 23-16.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit LFUCG electronic application through lexingtonky.gov/jobs and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference with appropriate discharge) by filing deadline date. 

RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE APPLICATION, but are highly encouraged to be attached/uploaded to the application. 

Please note that the section titled "Application Questionnaire" has to be completed every time a new or revised application is submitted.  Even if other information is pre-filled, the Questionnaire does not transfer.

***APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO COMPLETE THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FURTHER***

CLOSING STATEMENT

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package.  Links to our most popular benefits are below:

• Health and wellness benefits:  lexingtonky.gov/benefits
• Paid and unpaid time off benefits: lexingtonky.gov/working/employee-handbook#chapter-4-paid-and-unpaid-time-off-benefits
• Direct deposit is required of all employees.

The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For further information, call, e-mail, or visit:

Division of Human Resources
200 East Main St.
Lexington, KY 40507

Phone: (859) 258-3030
Website: lexingtonky.gov/jobs
E-mail: jobs@lexingtonky.gov