Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operator jobs in South Bend, IN

The Equipment Operator for the LaPorte County Highway Department is responsible for a variety of labor tasks. Equipment Operator is directly responsible for the safe and effective operation of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment under moderate supervision of Foreman and department supervisors. Specialized instructions and clarifications are given by supervisors in regard to unusual or difficult assignments, and majority of work is reviewed in process and upon completion to ensure proper work sequences and adherence to instructions, and periodically must make independent decisions in supervision of others.

DUTIES

• Operates various hand and/or power tools, such as hammer, screw drivers, wrenches, drills, power saws, air nozzle, air compressor, deburring/deflashing tools, mop, broom, shovels, rakes, pitch forks, files, driver, ratchet, and steam cleaner.
• Operates various machinery/equipment including gradall, payloader, travel loader, mower, road grader, backhoe, matrim, steam rollers, grinder, fork lift, pressure washer, drill press, cutting torch, welding equipment, tractor trailer, and related attachments in effecting the general maintenance, repair, and safety of County roads and right-of-ways.
• Periodically assists with supervising crew in absence of foreman, occasionally operates specialized equipment and performs minor welding repairs.
• Regularly checks and maintains heavy equipment to ensure proper fluid levels and mechanical functions including checking tires, lights, and changing oil.
• Patches, chips, and seals roads, digs ditches, scrapes, grades, and maintains road berms and shoulders.
• Loads and dumps crushed stone, sand, and salt from trucks, and removes snow from County roads using appropriate equipment.
• Builds tubes for water under road ways.
• Removes debris from County areas using appropriate equipment as assigned.
• Performs duties of Heavy Equipment Operator II and/or Laborer as needed.
• Serves on 24-hour call and responds to emergencies from off-duty status.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid Indiana driver’s license, Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required, Class A preferred and a demonstrated safe driving record.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to meet all hiring requirements, including passage of a medical exam and a drug test.
• Practical knowledge of the standard practices and procedures involved in road maintenance and construction.
• Working knowledge of safety procedures for working in or around vehicles and heavy equipment, and/or working around traffic.
• Ability to safely operate, protect, and maintain a variety of hand and/or power tools, such as hammer, screw drivers, wrenches, drills, power saws, air nozzle, air compressor, deburring/deflashing tools, mop, broom, shovels, rakes, pitch forks, files, driver, ratchet, and steam cleaner.
• Ability to safely operate, protect, and maintain a variety of machinery/equipment, such as gradall, payloader, travel loader, mower, road grader, backhoe, matrim, steam rollers, grinder, fork lift, pressure washer, drill press, cutting torch, welding equipment, tractor trailer, and related attachments in effecting the general maintenance, repair, and safety of County roads and right-of-ways.
• Ability to comply with all employer and department policies and work rules, including, but not limited to, attendance, safety, drug-free workplace, and personal conduct.

Great benefits package!!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $44,888.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Overtime

Ability to Relocate:

• La Porte, IN 46350: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person