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County of Cumberland Equipment Operator - Truck Driver (Department of Public Works & Property) in Bridgeton, New Jersey
Department of Public Works & Property
Duties: Under direction, operates one or more types of gasoline or diesel-powered equipment to perform assignments to push, pull, pile, lift, and load materials; clears brush and debris; levels earth to rough specification on simple, rolling terrain and/or level surfaces; inspects equipment daily and reports unsafe conditions; services and makes minor repairs in garage or field; lubricates/oils equipment; drives a truck with a single axle to transport nonhazardous materials and equipment. Does other related work
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Operates equipment such as front-end loaders, wheel loaders and bulldozers to pull, pile, move, turn, lift, and load sand and gravel. Operates equipment towed by a tractor such as a gang mower. Clears brush, stumps, and rocks on flat and rolling terrain or levels earth to rough specification at construction sites. Excavates trenches and drainage ditches for culverts or streams. Ability to handle different sets of controls that require good hand, foot, and eye coordination needed to operate/maneuver equipment. Ensures that equipment is always ready for operation by inspecting/lubricating moving parts, inspecting tires for proper inflation, checking brake hydraulic reservoir level and oil level, and conducting a general inspection of equipment. Performs a variety of manual unskilled laboring tasks and work assignments. Reports any problems that cause a delay in completion of work assignment to the supervisor, either in writing or verbally. Performs minor repairs and adjustments on truck. Checks, cleans, greases, washes, and performs the required adjustments to trucks and other auxiliary equipment. Ability to use hand and power tools. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 50 pounds. Receives assignments either in writing or in orally explaining work to be done and equipment to be used to know the specifics of the assigned tasks. Ability to read, understand and follow safety procedures.
Requirements: High school diploma or GED One (1) year of experience in driving a truck with a single axle. One (1) year of experience in the operation and maintenance of construction equipment.
Note: Possession of a valid New Jersey drivers license, Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with air brake endorsement. Offers of employment for this title are contingent upon successful completion of physical fitness testing that includes drug screening, and verifications of clean driving record.
Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to: Cumberland County Department of Personnel HR@CumberlandCountyNJ.gov OR complete an application on-line and upload documents at: https://www.cumberlandcountynj.gov/jobs