Equipment Operator

Locations

Morgantown, WV (United States)

Position Type

Full Time Hourly

Employee Type

Employee

Work Model

On Site

Salary

Min. Start $22.96 per hour

Job Description

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

11 paid Holidays

Paid Sick and Vacation time

Pension Fund and 457(b) Savings Plan

PPE provided with annual boot allowance

Company paid continuing education

PEIA Health Insurance – PPB Plan C (high-deductible plan) is MUB funded – 0 premiums for employees (including family) and an HSA account funded by MUB to cover the deductible. There are a total of seven plans to choose from.

Guardian Dental and Vision coverage

Guardian STD, LTD, Life Insurance

DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operates several types of power construction equipment in order to excavate, move, and grade the earth for new construction or repair projects to water and sewer main lines. Ensure safe and timely completion of the job. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs part-time main line and/or maintenance excavation and installation
• Operates and maintains various construction equipment in all terrain conditions
• Performs average sewer and water pipefitting skills including, but not limited to leak repair, mainline, and service line installations of all types and sizes
• Performs sewer and storm repairs, including digging services
• Recognizes unsafe conditions and resolves said conditions in a timely fashion. Complies with all safety standards at the job site
• Work on call hours as established by Department head

REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license along with a good driving record
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License preferred
• Basic knowledge of equipment operation and pipefitting skills
• Good knowledge of stand compaction requirements and procedures
• Good knowledge of safety measures and practices when operating construction equipment and working in confined spaces
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Available to work overtime and report to work after hours in response to emergencies
• Ability to work in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold

It is the policy of the Utility Board to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. All employment decisions are made on the basis of individual merit and objective job qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

• Class A or B CDL
• At least 5 years' experience operating construction type equipment – bulldozers, tractors, backhoes, excavators, front end loaders, etc.
• Knowledge of distribution and collection systems

Additional Information

Salary Range: Minimum starting rate of $ 22.96 per hour (Based on experience and qualifications)