EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/TRUCK DRIVER

 EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

 DEFINITION

 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 emergency repairs in garage or field; lubricates/oils
 equipment; does other related duties.

 NOTE:  The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
 purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform
 all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties
 performed on the job may not be listed.

 EXAMPLES OF WORK:
 
 Operates equipment such as front end loaders and bulldozers to 
 pull, pile, move, turn, lift, and load sand, gravel, leaves and refuse 
 at various work sites on flat or rolling terrain.

 Operates equipment towed by a tractor such as a gang mower, 
 and mows grass, and/or hauls or digs dirt with scrapers or pans.

 Clears brush, stumps, and rocks on flat and rolling terrain or levels
 earth to rough specification at construction sites with simple terrain
 problems.

 Excavates trenches and drainage ditches for culverts or streams, 
 and utilizes manipulative control equipment to adjust attachments.

 Smooths surfaces, repairs small bumps, and fills holes.

 Operates truck-mounted hydraulic crane to lift/dump container 
 into truck body.

 Ensures that equipment is ready for operation at all times 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 for obvious deficiencies.

 Reads instructions and operation manuals to learn correct lubrication,
 adjustment, and repair procedures for assigned equipment.

 Performs a variety of manual unskilled laboring tasks and work
 assignments when not engaged in operation of equipment.

 May occasionally drive a truck.

 Reports any problems that cause a delay in completion of work
 assignment to the supervisor, either in writing or verbally.

 Receives assignments either in writing or orally explaining work to be
 done and equipment to be used to know the specifics of the assigned
 tasks.

 Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
 and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency,
 office, or related units.

 REQUIREMENTS:

 EXPERIENCE:

 One (1) year of experience in the operation and maintenance of
 construction and maintenance equipment.

 NOTE:  Appropriate formal training in the operation 
 of maintenance/construction equipment may be substituted for 
 the indicated experience.

 LICENSE:

 Appointees must possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey.
 
 Appointees may also be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver's
 License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of
 vehicle being operated.

 NOTE:  The responsibility for ensuring that employees 
 possess the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the 
 class and type of vehicles they operate, rests with the Appointing Authority.

 KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

 Knowledge of the use of multiple controls on operating equipment 
 and attachments.

 Knowledge of adjusting, oiling, greasing, and maintaining various
 equipment to ensure good working conditions.

 Knowledge of equipment utilized to push, pull, pile, lift, and load
 materials, clear brush and debris, and level earth or surfaces.

 Ability to handle different sets of controls that require good hand,
 foot, and eye coordination needed to operate/maneuver a variety 
 of equipment.

 Ability to move equipment in confined areas.

 Ability to follow specific oral or written instructions.

 Ability to work without close/constant supervision in performing 
 work assignments.

 Ability to manipulate different sets of controls used for operating
 various equipment.

 Ability to safely control movement of equipment and estimate
 distances.

 Ability to sight inspect equipment for tire/brake wear to ensure safe
 operation to equipment.

 Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording
 and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

 Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
 sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign
 Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of
 communication.

 Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as
 they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable
 accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation
 cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship,
 such persons may not be eligible.

  CODES:    LG - 01746            MER            04/18/08
 
 This job specification is for local government use only.     

  TRUCK DRIVER

 DEFINITION

 Under direction, drives a truck with a single axle to transport
 nonhazardous materials, equipment, or people; does other related work.

 NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
 purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform
 all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties
 performed on the job may not be listed.

 EXAMPLES OF WORK:

 Drives trucks with a single axle to pick up, haul, and deliver
 nonhazardous materials.

 Receives written and/or oral assignments and drives trucks of 
 varied types including trucks used for road maintenance and 
 construction work and road oiling, snow plowing, and ice 
 control work.

 May assist with the repair and installation of snowplows and
 spreaders.

 Picks up, loads truck, and delivers nonhazardous materials of varied
 types.

 Performs minor repairs and adjustments on truck.

 Supplies trucks with gas, oil, and water; keeps garage clean and in
 order, and keeps records of trips.

 Checks, cleans, greases, washes, and performs the required 
 adjustments to trucks and other auxiliary equipment.

 Collects, loads, and unloads, with and without assistance, various
 types of equipment, furniture, laundry, food products, coal, ashes,
 garbage, or trash, and delivers same by truck to specified
 destinations.

 Operates snow removal equipment to keep roads clear.

 Maintains records of receipts, deliveries, fuel consumption, and
 mileage traveled.

 Drives truck equipped with dump body to transport and dump loose
 materials such as sand, gravel, and bituminous paving material, by
 pulling levers and turning crank to tilt body and dump contents.

 May inspect truck prior to operating for proper amounts of fuel, oil,
 water, and to see that tires are inflated and that lights and brakes
 work properly.

 May make minor emergency repairs to trucks such as changing 
 tires or installing light bulbs, fuses, and tire chains.

 When not engaged in driving a truck or other equipment, may 
 perform other work such as road and landscape construction, 
 building maintenance and repair work, groundskeeping, laboring, 
 or other unskilled work.

 Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
 and/or manual recording and information systems used by 
 the agency, office, or related units.

 REQUIREMENTS:

 EXPERIENCE:

 One (1) year of experience in driving a truck with a single axle.

 LICENSE:

 Appointees must possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey. 
 Appointees may also be required to possess a valid Commercial
 Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class 
 and type of vehicle being operated.

 NOTE: The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess
 the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the class and
 type of vehicles they operate, rests with the Appointing Authority.

 KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
 
 Knowledge of the methods used to operate trucks and auxiliary
 equipment.

 Knowledge of the methods used to clean and lubricate trucks, and 
 of the methods used to service batteries, tires and lights.

 Knowledge of the minor repair procedures that can be performed 
 outside of the repair shop.

 Knowledge of the methods used to load, unload, and deliver various
 nonhazardous materials.

 Ability to detect problems with the operation of the truck and
 auxiliary equipment.

 Ability to operate trucks and auxiliary equipment such as snow 
 plows, spreaders, and power take-off in a skilled, safe, and 
 competent manner.

 Ability to load and unload varied types of freight.

 Ability to service, clean, and perform minor repairs to trucking
 equipment.

 Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording
 and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

 Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
 sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign
 Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of
 communication.

 Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as
 they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable
 accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation
 cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship,
 such persons may not be eligible.

 CODE: LG-04222                  MCK            07/31/03

 This job specification is for local government use only.

 TITLE CODE FOR DUAL TITLE:  06972      MCK   12/15/06

 This job specification is for local government use only.