Heavy Equipment Operator II - Marble at GUNNISON COUNTY

Gunnison, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

32.49

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation, Road Maintenance, Road Construction, Equipment Maintenance, Technologically Advanced Equipment Operation, Driving, Flagging, First Aid, CPR, MSHA Part 46 Certification

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Description Who We Are Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms. Perks of the Gunnison Valley "The Gunnison Valley is famous for both summer and winter outdoor recreation. In summer, explore the two million acres of public lands by hiking and mountain biking. In winter, alpine skiing at Crested Butte Mountain Resort is unmatched. There are dozens of miles of scenic cross-country ski trails, too. You’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts and events in the valley’s unique mountain towns" For more information on what the valley offers, visit the Gunnison & Crested Butte website here. Benefits • Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage • Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month • Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service • Dependent Care FSA • FSA and HSA • Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary • Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership • Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children • Employee Assistance Program • Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. • 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match • Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement. • 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match • Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships Job Summary Operates a wide variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment used in the maintenance and construction of County roads. Also performs manual tasks associated with equipment operations, road maintenance and construction. Performs operator-required maintenance on all equipment used. In the performance of operator-required maintenance employee must be willing to learn new methods with technologically advanced equipment. Pay Rate The hourly range is from $28.53 to $32.49, depending on experience, plus full benefits. *The County pays monthly on the last week day of the month.* View the full job description here. Hiring Manager Gunnison County Public Works Phone: (970) 641-0044 Anticipated Job Posting Close Date Open until filled. Requirements Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license. Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment. Valid Class B CDL with tanker endorsement. Current flagging certification. Willingness to participate in and complete certification for MSHA Part 46. Willingness to take and successfully complete a First Aid class, CPR class, and other specialized or safety training that may be offered by the Public Works Department or other training facility. Willingness to take additional training such as Road Scholar classes, etc. to improve job skills. Qualifications/Education Graduation from high school education or GED equivalent, and Four (4) years of experience relating to construction, maintenance and repair, or Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

The role involves operating a wide variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment used in the maintenance and construction of County roads, alongside performing manual tasks related to these operations. The operator is also responsible for performing required maintenance on all equipment used and must be willing to learn new methods with advanced technology.