Nature and Variety of Work

The Prince George's County Government Department of of the Environment is seeking qualified applicants to fill an Equipment Operator II position, grade A15, within its Resource Recovery Division.

About the Position:
This is skilled craft work whereby incumbents of this class are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of moderately complex equipment. Incumbents perform manual tasks in connection with landfill operations. The work requires considerable skill in manipulating moderately complex equipment with constant attention to safety of operation. Assignments are outlined in detail by supervisor and standard procedures are followed. The work is inspected periodically for safe and efficient operation. There may be occasions when incumbents in this class will lead lower level equipment operators and laborers. Work is performed under general supervision of the Crew Supervisor II and is periodically inspected for efficiency of operation, supervision of the assigned work crew and adherence to good safety practices and procedures.

This work involves exposure to hazards, risks, or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, fumes, or airborne particles. Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions with exposure to the elements requiring intermittent standing, walking, stooping, climbing. Incumbents must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 lbs. on a regular basis. Incumbents must wear and maintain a uniform and/or safety equipment such as hard hats, steel toed shoes, safety glasses and gloves. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the incumbent’s supervisor based on position assigned.

Examples of Work

What You'll Do:

• Incumbent of this position operates light to heavy refuse collection vehicles including 29-cubic yard packer trash trucks, roll-off vehicles and open body collection vehicles and is responsible for daily supervision and operational direction of Laborer(s) I/II assigned to the vehicle.
• Cleans landscaped areas and related items (e.g. storm drains, fields, litter, etc.) for the purpose of preventing flooding and removing hazards.
• Excavates property (e.g. earth, asphalt, concrete, debris, etc.) for the purpose of installing, repairing, improving and maintaining landscaped areas and fields in a safe and clean condition.
• Responds to environmental/highway emergency situations to control snow, storm water, hazardous debris, oil spills, etc. on roads, grounds and related areas.
• Participates in work-site safety set-up, e.g. setting barricades and cones, prepping for excavation, assisting with utility locates and prepping for confined space entry.
• Use traffic control techniques to control high/low speed vehicular traffic movement.
• Maintains tools, equipment, and vehicles for the purpose of ensuring availability of equipment.
• Maintains records and prepares reports through the completion of daily work logs and work order forms.
• Checks vehicle on a daily basis to include interior/exterior cleaning duties, tires and air pressure, engine fluid/hydraulic fluid levels and adjusts levels to meet prescribed standards.
• Reports malfunctions in vehicle operation by completion of a chauffer's report and submits it to the Repair Shop in a timely fashion to avoid disruptions in services.
• Performs duties of a general laborer in maintenance and construction when not operating equipment.
• Participates in snow removal and leafing operations on a seasonal basis and unskilled and semi-skilled manual labor work as an integral member of a crew; this includes use of chain saws, plate tampers, concrete-finishing tools, etc.
• Operates snowplow and salt box spreader on 4 X 4 pickup trucks clearing roads, also snow blowers and shoveling of sidewalks.
• Assists in the collection and storage of hazardous waste materials also cleaning of the recycle drop offs.
• Ensures compliance with safety standards at all times.
• Reads and understands maps and streets signs.
• May be required to assist in blueprint reading to facilitate work projects.
• Willingly and cooperatively performs tasks and duties which may not be specifically listed in the class specification or position description, but which are within the general occupational category and responsibility level typically associated with the employee’s class of work.

Qualifications

What You'll Need:

• One year as an Equipment Operator I or completion of a standard grade school course and two (2) years of experience operating light to heavy power equipment.
• A valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with mandatory endorsements is required upon appointment in order to perform job-related duties and responsibilities.
• Candidate must successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment/vehicles associated with this class of work.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

Additional Information

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with mandatory endorsements and a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam.
• Must successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment vehicles associated with this class.
• Must meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Incumbents must be able to wear and use Agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Incumbents must be willing to respond to emergency service calls on a 24-hour basis.
• Incumbents are considered to be ESSENTIAL employees and are required to work during emergency situations, including inclement weather, natural and man-made disasters, etc., and conform/perform according to essential employee policy/procedure.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
A valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with mandatory endorsements is required upon appointment in order to perform job-related duties and responsibilities and a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam.

LOCATION: 3500 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

DURATION OF ELIGIBILITY: Applicants will be selected from a temporary register of eligible candidates, which will become effective approximately four (4) weeks after the closing date. Once a selection has been made, the register will expire.

ELIGIBILITY TO WORK:

• Thorough knowledge of County geography such as roads, street locations and applicable traffic laws and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge in the functions, operating methods and care required for a variety of light to medium equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of the work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with the operation of vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in the safe and efficient operation of light to medium equipment under all types of weather conditions and on various surfaces.
• Skill in recognizing/performing preventive maintenance and upkeep of assigned vehicles with special emphasis on coolants, oils, lubricants, hydraulic systems, lighting equipment and cab conditions.
• Ability to operate various types of light to heavy power equipment.
• Ability to perform minor maintenance of trucks and equipment; check and service equipment with fuel, hydraulic fluids, oil, anti-freeze, and water, check tires, hoses, and belts.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to adapt to change in procedures and workload.
• Ability to read and understand road maps.
• Ability to maintain records and to prepare reports.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to train, plan, assign and lead the work of subordinate staff.
• Ability to maintain good work relationship with all levels of employees and the general public.
• Ability to use and navigate a computer, handheld device, tablet, or any other technological equipment that may be used to conduct, capture, or record daily work activities.
• Ability to work effectively under adverse working conditions.

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to show and verify authorization to work in the United States.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/e-verify.

Internal Applicants: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a not qualified rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.