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, January 28, 2025
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 Kentucky Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B with Endorsement N - and a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner's Certificate in order to qualify and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
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.
EXAMINATION
The applicant's training and experience will be evaluated based on the information provided by the filing deadline date on this job posting. Applicants that meet the minimum requirements of this posting, will be invited to take the performance (Driving) examination. After passing the examination, the applicant may be contacted for an interview.
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/working/employee-handbook#chapter-3-health-and-wellness-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
