Job: Road & Bridge Operator I

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Salaried

Wage: $40,000-$45,765/yr. 

Location: Leadville, CO.

Job Description

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Public Works, the Operator I should be able to perform skilled labor and operation of heavy equipment. This position performs duties that are semiskilled for the maintenance of streets, drainage, and bridges though out Lake County. There are two openings for the Operator I position.

General Duties and Responsibilities Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Essential Functions:

• Operates trucks and equipment of various sizes and weights, in loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials and supplies.
• Operation of trucks, graders, snowplows, backhoes, and tractors during the winter months to keep roadways cleared during winter months.
• Salting of roads when appropriate during winter months in accordance with director’s discretion.
• Assists with digging of trenches, grading of roads, and assistance with projects when directed by supervisor.
• Performs duties in accordance with safety policies and procedures daily.
• Ability to communicate to mechanics about equipment repairs and maintenance.
• Performs daily inspections of equipment, keeps equipment clean, and regularly schedules maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Advancement to this job title employee must have displayed some initiative to supervisors that they are able to perform more tasks, additional duties, and supervisory skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities Not Applicable

Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities

All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners.

Other Duties:

Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A clean driving record, CDL valid driver’s license.
• Must have a strong work ethic.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships and customer service protocol with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and the public.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Meet physical requirements established by Department of Transportation, and pass drug and alcohol screening.
• Preferred proficient in English and Spanish.

Lake County Benefits - Full-Time Employees

As a reflection of the value we place on the contributions of our employees, the County offers a competitive benefits package for full-time employees. Please review the 2023 Benefits Guide for full details. The Guide provides information on Lake County Government's benefit offerings, including:

• Employer-Sponsored Medical and Dental Insurance Plans
• 100% Employer Paid Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Employer-Sponsored Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
• 401(a) and 457(b) Employer Matched Retirement Plans
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Public Health Emergency Leave
• Discounts on concerts, major sporting events, electronics, travel, cars and more!

Lake County Benefits - Part-Time Employees

Lake County is also proud to offer paid sick time off and flexible work schedules for our part-time employees.

EOE Statement

Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.

Notice of Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities

All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Expected Duration of the Application Process

Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately four (4) to six (6) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.