Public Works Equipment Operator, Heavy or Light  Salary $4,243.83 - $6,270.17 Monthly Location Bend, OR Job Type Regular, full time, full benefits Job Number 2025-00047 Department Road Opening Date 03/11/2025 Closing Date 3/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit

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ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Deschutes County Road Department is responsible for the development, operation, and maintenance of the County road system, consisting of approximately 900 miles of roadway.

Our Mission:

We strive to maintain the quality and improve the experience for all users of the Deschutes County transportation system.

ABOUT THE COUNTY

We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,250 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices. Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods. We hope you'll consider joining our talented team.

ABOUT THE JOB

This position performs a variety of road maintenance activities ranging from manual labor tasks, traffic control, and operation of light to heavy automotive, road maintenance, and construction equipment. The Public Works Equipment Operator will operate a variety of medium to large sized trucks, tractors, trailers, and equipment involving the manipulation of auxiliary controls as well as perform a wide variety of manual tasks associated with departmental operations and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

Care, maintenance, and safe operation of hand-operated power tools including chainsaws and jackhammers. Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions. Perform the essential duties of the job. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others at all times.

What You Will Bring:

Knowledge of or experience with: Experience and skills in heavy equipment operation. Ability to perform general equipment care and maintenance tasks. Maintaining records. Occupational hazards and safety precautions. Skill in: Working in a cooperative team environment including working with site attendants and other equipment operators to achieve daily goals and objectives in a safe and efficient manner. Interact with the public in a positive and professional manner at all times. Safe driving practices. •This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function. Notification to all candidates will be sent via email and/or text only. Please opt in for text messaging or check your email and your Governmentjobs.com account for application status. Review the full job description by clicking HERE. Compensation PW Equipment Operator, Light $4,243.83 to $5,416.42 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. PW Equipment Operator, Heavy $4,912.82 to $6,270.17 per month for a 172.67 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.

BENEFITS

Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE (Download PDF reader) for full benefit details. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND three (3) years of relevant experience; OR any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills and knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications:

Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License. Necessary Special Requirements Driving is a requirement for this position. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver's license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (

NOTE:

Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended. Must have the ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within 12 months of hire date. Ability to drive all County equipment and vehicles on roads. Must be able to drive and travel with equipment within city, county and public roadways, sometimes in adverse weather conditions. Physical Requirements. Must have sufficient ambulatory ability to perform the following: Balancing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, twisting, bending, stooping, flexing, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Operating and driving equipment on even and uneven surfaces, inside and outside, and manipulating auxiliary controls. Getting in and out of trucks and heavy equipment, and walking on uneven terrain. Manipulate hand tools, rakes, hammers, commercial brooms, stakes, hoses, chains and other objects. For medium work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly, to move objects. For heavy work: exerting from 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and up to 25 pounds of force constantly, to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, extreme temperatures, intense noises, wet/icy surfaces, heights, glare, vibration, and hazardous waste/agents. Deschutes County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and represents the diverse voices and needs of our communities. All are encouraged to apply - we welcome diverse perspectives and experiences. If you are a veteran and would like to apply for Veterans' Preference, please click HERE for information. Employer Deschutes County Human Resources Address 1300 NW Wall Street Suite 201 Bend, Oregon, 97703 Phone (541) 388-6553