EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - TRIBAL ROADS DEPARTMENT

VACANCY ANNOUNEMENT

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

TRIBAL ROADS DEPARTMENT

Open: November 8, 2022

Close; November 22, 2022 @ 12:00 p.m.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

To provide road services for the entire reservation, reports to Foreman, full-time position with benefits, salary; DOQ.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Responsible for the maintenance of assigned equipment which includes, filling with fuel, changing oil, filters, changing cutting edges and minor adjustments to ensure proper and economical operation of the equipment

• Operates miscellaneous road equipment using skill and knowledge to perform the maintenance of gravel and bituminous surface roadways

• Responsible for avoiding breakage of and excessive wear of equipment

• Responsible in the winter for snow removal and maintenance on reservation roads

• Responsible in the summer for pot holes fills on roads and general road maintenance

• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or repairs to the supervisor; cleans equipment

• Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• GED/High School Diploma

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• To perform excellent driving capabilities in environments elements; heat, cold, dust, noise, rain, snow, etc.

• Must possess a class "A" driver's license and sufficient experience in operation of various types of heavy equipment

• Must be able to pass a DOT physical examination

• Must maintain a valid DOT medical card

• Must be able to pass random Drug/Alcohol tests

• Must possess and maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Record

• Must be able to perform heavy lifting

• Must possess a thorough knowledge of heavy equipment and safety procedures

• Must be able to work excess hours

• Position is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test and background check

TO APPLY: Applications and copies of certificates/diplomas accepted at the Government Center – Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 Phone (218) 679-1847.