Equipment Operator

THE OPPORTUNITY The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating ten-wheel haul trucks and various types of small equipment. The Equipment Operator hauls materials to support the maintenance and repair of activities associated with flood control facilities, channels, parks, beaches, and unincorporated roads in the County of Orange.

The Equipment Operator also has supporting roles such as proper installation of Best Management Practices (BMP's), traffic control during the storm or fire season, water truck operations for dust control, and wild land fire assistance. In addition, the equipment operator may lead crews of various sizes to accomplish projects; and performs other manual intensive labor duties as required.

The immediate vacancies are within the following area(s): Equipment Operations Unit - The incumbent will work a 4/10 shift, Monday to Thursday with every Friday off OR Tuesday to Friday with every Monday off. An employee within this classification may be designated as a "key responder" and as such shall be required to respond to non-normal working hour emergency operational conditions.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT Possession of a valid California Driver License, Class A, with air brakes , tanker, and combination vehicle endorsements, is required before the date of appointment and must be maintained while employed in this series. Please attach a copy (FRONT & BACK) of license when applying. In accordance with the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991, incumbents will be subject to random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES The successful candidate will possess one (1) year or more of experience which demonstrates the ability to operate single unit trucks, wheel and track-laying tractors, rollers and other light equipment safely to accomplish a task and knowledge of single unit trucks, dump trucks, wheel and track laying tractors, rollers and other specialized light equipment.

Incumbents will also be expected to perform manual labor duties as assigned. In addition, the ideal candidate will also have extensive experience in the following core competencies: Technical Expertise Knowledgeable of the appropriate use of equipment and materials, traffic control, traffic safety regulations, utility protection, and construction-related skills Uses knowledge and judgment in applying appropriate methods and techniques to ensure speed, quality, and consistency in work objectives Has a clear understanding of on-the-job knowledge and skills relating to construction and/or related fields Safety Knowledge Ensures safe work practices associated with the appropriate use of equipment and materials, traffic control, traffic safety regulations, utility protection, and construction site safety Recognizes potential hazards in the workplace and sees that they are addressed Knowledgeable of Public Works, State, and Federal safety regulations including reporting requirements Communication Accurately and concisely exchanges information with others, both orally and in writing Effectively follows written and oral instruction and is able to take instructions from others Actively listens to others for full understanding of what is being communicated Comprehends and interprets technical material related to the position MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Please click here for details on the Equipment Operator classification, including the physical, mental, environmental and working conditions.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition. Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job.

Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step. Performance Exam (Weighted 100%) A performance exam is a test in which applicants demonstrate their knowledge, skills and, ability to performing job related tasks. It is designed to assess how effectively applicants apply their knowledge, skills, and abilities in realistic or simulated scenarios.

A panel of job knowledge experts evaluates performance using standardized criteria. Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list. Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.

Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Based on the County's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified.

All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings.

Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should notify the recruiter listed on the job posting as soon as possible.

Documentation supporting the accommodation request may be required. EMAIL NOTIFICATION Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site.

Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Brian Quinlan at brian.quinlan@pw.oc.gov or 714-667-9750.

EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please note that Extra Help employees are not eligible for the benefits listed. Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits. http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information 01 INSTRUCTIONS: The information you provide on this questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your level of expertise during the recruitment process.

Be as specific as possible and include all information requested. If you do not have the experience in an area, please answer "N/A". Statements such as "see application" or "see resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a response.

All employers, education, and/or training referenced on this questionnaire must be listed in your application. Do you understand these instructions? Yes 02 Please select the option below that best describes your experience as it relates to the job qualifications.

One (1) year or more of experience which demonstrates the abilities in operating single unit trucks, wheel and track laying tractors, rollers and other light equipment safely to accomplish a task and knowledge of single unit trucks, dump trucks, wheel and track laying tractors, rollers and other specialized light equipment Less than one (1) year of experience which demonstrates the abilities in operating single unit trucks, wheel and track laying tractors, rollers and other light equipment safely to accomplish a task and knowledge of single unit trucks, dump trucks, wheel and track laying tractors, rollers and other specialized light equipment No Experience 03 Possession of a valid Class A California Driver License with air brakes, tanker and combination vehicle endorsements and any special endorsement required by the Department of Motor Vehicles, is required by the date of appointment and must be maintained while employed in this series.

At the time of the Performance Exam all candidates will be required to show proof of a valid California Driver License Class A with air brakes, tanker and combination vehicle endorsements and any special endorsement required by the Department of Motor Vehicles. If candidates cannot present this at the time of their scheduled performance exam they will not be allowed to perform the exam.

Please select the option which best applies to you. Yes, I meet the above criteria and have attached a copy of the FRONT and BACK of my Driver License to my application No, I do not meet the above criteria 04 Please describe any construction experience you have in a professional setting that relates to this position. In your response, please include what type of construction experience you have and include some of your common daily duties that relate to this position and how often you performed them.

05 Of the following choices, please select the equipment that you have experience using in a professional setting/workplace. (Check all that apply) Wheel-type Tractor Water Truck Dump Truck Bobcat Loader/Skid-steer Truck and Trailer Chipper Truck Compactor Truck Street Sweeper Backhoe Other Motorized Construction Equipment 06 Please elaborate on your experience operating the equipment listed above.

In your response, include the tasks you performed with each piece of equipment, where you gained this experience, and how long you have operated each vehicle. Required Question Employer County of Orange Address 400 W CIVIC CENTER DRIVE Santa Ana, California, 92701 Phone 714-834-2555 Website https://hrs.oc.gov Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email Job Opportunities Account Privacy Policy Terms Of Use Accessibility Statement Privacy Settings Copyright