Equipment Operator II - Class A

CLASS TITLE: Equipment Operator II - Class A CLASS RANGE: 20 MINIMUM SALARY: $38,106.41 + Benefits NATURE OF POSITION - Operate a variety of commercial equipment including but not limited to: dump trucks, backhoes, tractors, and specialty equipment. - Repair and maintain culverts, roads and ditches of the parish. - 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 100lbs. NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS - High school diploma or equivalent. - Four (4) years of related experience. - 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 **