Equipment Operator Lead

Date Revised: 4/04/2019

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title: Equipment Operator Lead

Job Category: Non-Exempt

PCLS: 60023

Salary Grade: F

Summary

Incumbents in the Equipment Operator series operate a variety of heavy equipment including front end loaders, backhoes, track-hoes, dozers, road-graders, and fork lifts. Incumbents dig underground electrical, water, and steam lines, and prepare sites for projects. Incumbents install, maintain, and repair underground and culinary water systems.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Equipment Operator Lead has the knowledge and experience to perform more complex and technical tasks; and it supervises other Equipment Operators.

Reporting and Supervisory Responsibilities

The Equipment Operator Lead reports to a Manager. This classification supervises other Equipment Operators.

Typical Functions

1. Oversees installation and repair of 4” and larger irrigation lines.2. Directs the installation and repairs of underground water and culinary systems.3. Oversees the operation of heavy equipment for site preparation, landscaping, and other related

assignments as needed.4. Supervises, as well as performs, snow removal for University streets and parking lots.5. Manages inventories related to heavy equipment functions.6. Oversees preventive maintenance on culinary valves and storm drains.7. Attends meetings as required.8. Schedules jobs and obtains and submits necessary paperwork, including dig permits.9. Schedules shutdowns, as needed.10. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.11. Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.12. Maintains a clean shop and equipment. Ensures that tools and equipment are stowed properly

and are in proper working order.13. Ensures all Facilities and shop policies are observed, including all safety policies and procedures.14. Responds to on-call emergencies.15. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Ability to operate heavy equipment.2. Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.3. Skilled with hand and power tools applicable to trade.4. Comprehensive knowledge of applicable codes.5. Skilled at record maintenance.6. Basic computer skills.7. Customer service skills.8. Skilled in the installation, repair, and maintenance of utility piping systems.9. Skilled in the design, fabrication, joining, and repair of metals, piping, equipment, and

structures.10. Ability to read blueprints and schematic drawings.11. Ability to analyze and understand unique project requests.12. Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance, including tire pressure, checking oil,

and water levels.13. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.14. Ability to work without supervision.15. Ability to accurately estimate projects and purchase materials.

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of directly related work experience in utility maintenance/equipment operation is required. Possession of Class A Commercial Driver’s License is required.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects. Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions, such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Employees work outside and will not be protected from weather conditions, including extreme cold and extreme heat for extended periods.

Employees are exposed to hazardous conditions including, noise, vibrations from machinery, moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to chemicals, elevated work spaces, such as scaffolding, and atmospheric conditions that can affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Fundamental Abilities

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Within the scope and complexity of each position’s responsibilities, each incumbent is expected to possess and demonstrate the following abilities:

1. Communicating : Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing. 2. Problem solving : Analyzes information and evaluates results to select the best solution and solve

problems. 3. Monitoring : Measures performance of self; makes improvements and takes appropriate

corrective action.4. Critical Thinking : Comes to well-reasoned conclusions, solutions, and approaches to problems.5. Team Building : Works to create a team-based environment. Consistently demonstrates

cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers.6. Active Listening : Gives full attention when others are speaking; listens to understand, asks

questions as appropriate, and does not interrupt.7. Service Orientation : Actively seeks opportunities to help others.8. Conflict Resolution : Acts professionally when encountering customers who, at times, may be

frustrated or threatening.

Core Characteristics

As representatives of Utah State University and primary contributors to its mission, all employees are expected to demonstrate the following characteristics:

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2. Take initiative3. Maintain confidentiality.4. Be accountable.5. Behave ethically.6. Be honest and trustworthy.7. Demonstrate a strong work ethic.

8. Be inquisitive.9. Be detail oriented.10. Be self-motivated.11. Efficiently manage multiple tasks.12. Be a team player.13. Be committed to improving USU.

Disclaimer This position description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the position.

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