Job Description

Job Title Equipment Operator Apprentice/Equipment Operator I, Grade 11 / 14
Location Gaithersburg, MD, US
Organization Name Department of Transportation, Division of Highway Services
Medical Exam Core Exam
Background Investigation No
Financial Disclosure No


CLOSING DATE: OCTOBER 6, 2023

There are multiple current vacancies. This recruitment will establish an eligible list to fill current and future vacancies.

This position may be underfilled at the level, Grade 11. There is a non-competitive promotion opportunity to an level, Grade 14.

Montgomery County (MCDOT) is seeking Equipment Operators for the Division of Highway Services.

This is entry level semi-skilled work involving the use of hand tools (shovels, rakes, lutes, picks, mattocks, tampers, etc.) small gasoline power equipment (push and commercial walk behind mowers, weed cutters, edgers, plate tampers, chain saws, pole saws, air compressors, jack hammers, paint sprayers, concrete mixers, concrete saws, trenchers, etc.) and the operation of 26,000-35,000 GVW dump trucks to perform basic highway construction maintenance related tasks. Knowledge of baseline characteristics of assigned vehicles/equipment and ability to effectively and safely operate and perform operator-level general inspections and preventive maintenance tasks on them. Knowledge of applicable Motor Vehicle Administration and highway regulations for safe, legal operation of the vehicles/equipment used.

The individual selected for this position will be considered an \xe2\x80\x9cEssential Employee.\xe2\x80\x9d Essential employees must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave. This individual selected is REQUIRED to work overtime during inclement weather situations and emergencies, which may include overnight stays.

The work involves moderate physical effort. This is required to perform manual labor tasks that include pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying materials weighing up to 50 pounds, as well as occasionally transporting heavy loads over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces, or intermittently pushing, pulling, and lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.

For information about Montgomery County\'s comprehensive benefit offerings, please visit the webpage and check out our competitive benefits!

The anticipated salary range in hiring for this position at the Equipment Operator Apprentice level is: $42,257 - $53,048; or if at the Equipment Operator I level: $46,910 - $59,687.
Additional Employment Information

OHR reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position/IRC.

Montgomery County Government is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources via email to . Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.

Montgomery County Government also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, please refer to the Careers webpage on .

All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant\'s responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for interview.

If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County\'s "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff\'s office) are subject to the County\'s ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at . Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the website.
Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:

If filled at Equipment Operator Apprentice: None.

If filled at Equipment Operator I: One (1) year of experience operating the vehicles/equipment assigned under this specification.

ALL LEVELS - EDUCATION:

Ability to read and write in English and carry out oral and written instructions.

ALL LEVELS - EQUIVALENCY:

None.

LICENSE:

If filled at Equipment Operator Apprentice:

At Time of Employment Application

• Must possess and maintain at all times either a valid Class \xe2\x80\x9cB\xe2\x80\x9d Commercial Driver\'s License or an
• Instructional Permit for a Class \xe2\x80\x9cB\xe2\x80\x9d Commercial Driver\'s License issued by state of residence.

First Day of Employment

• Must possess and maintain at all times either a Class "B" Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) or an
• Instructional Permit for a Class "B" Commercial Driver\'s License issued by state of residence.

Upon Completion of Probationary Period

• Must possess and maintain at all times a valid Class "B" (or equivalent) Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) issued by state of residence.

If filled at Equipment Operator I: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class B (or equivalent) Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) from the applicant\'s state of residence with mandatory endorsements.
Preferred Criteria

There are NO Preferred Criteria Assessments. All Applicants will be reviewed by the Office of Human Resources (OHR) for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be rated \xe2\x80\x9cQualified\xe2\x80\x9d, placed on the eligible list, and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications of the same grade or higher will be placed on the Eligible List as a \xe2\x80\x9cTransfer\xe2\x80\x9d candidate and may be considered for an interview.
Minimum Salary 46910
Maximum Salary 72463
Currency USD

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