Equipment Operator I

CLASS TITLE: Equipment Operator I - Class B CDL CLASS RANGE: 17 MINIMUM SALARY: $32,917.75 annually + Benefits CLASS TITLE: Equipment Operator I - Class A CDL CLASS RANGE: 18 MINIMUM SALARY: $34,563.64 annually + Benefits NATURE OF POSITION - Operate a limited variety of commercial equipment including but not limited to: mowers, trucks, trailers, and tractors. - Clean and perform basic preventative maintenance/repairs on equipment. - Grade, fill, and level surfaces. - Dig ditches, cut loads, remove tree limbs, and load materials onto trucks. - Perform maintenance for parish facilities. COMPETENCIES/PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Possess proven ability to learn and improve skills. - Able to tolerate outdoor conditions and various types of weather. - Able to stoop, kneel, balance, climb for tasks, and raise/lower objects up to 100 lbs. NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS - High school diploma or equivalent. - One (1) year related experience. - License Requirements: Range 16 - valid Louisiana driver's license. - Range 17 - valid Louisiana Class B CDL. - Range 18 - valid Louisiana Class A CDL. - Must be available for recall to work after normal working hours due to emergencies. REMARKS 1. Must include a copy of your driver's license, high school diploma or equivalent, transcript, or DD214 with your application. 2. Applications must be submitted in person or via mail. 3. Apply at Rapides Parish Civil Service, 5610 Coliseum Blvd, Suite D, Alexandria, LA 71303. D ownload an application at www.rppj.com/employment. 4. Applications will be accepted until this position is filled. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AGENCY