Equipment Operator 2 - 20051200 at STATE OF OHIO in Zaleski, Ohio
Posted in Manufacturing 30+ days ago.
Type: Full-Time
Job Description:
Who we are:
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.
ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.
We are accepting applictions for a Equipment Operator 2 in the Division of Forestry, headquartered at Zaleski State Forest. The address is 29681 State Route 278, Zaleski, Ohio 45698. To learn more about Zaleski State Forest please visit Zaleski State Forest.
- Operates heavy motorized equipment to complete variety of construction & maintence functions
- Performs wildfire support (e.g., Forest fire line construction, trails, culverts, roads & bridges)
- Performs general maintenance & repairs on equipment & buildings/ground maintenance
- Assist with wildfire suppression (e.g., wildfire & prescribe fire support)
The State of Ohio offers an excellent benefits package which includes extensive medical, dental and vision insurance. At least a 14% employer contribution into your OPERS pension plan, Employee Tuition reimbursement program and much more. To view all the benefits offered, please visit Total Rewards .
We are ready for you!
We’re glad you’re interested in pursuing a rewarding career with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources! Exploring and protecting the natural beauty of Ohio will prove to be the most enjoyable career opportunity you will ever find!
Please note that applicants will be required to take a physical abilities test, administered by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) to demonstrate knowledge, skills and abilities related to the safe operation of heavy motorized equipment. This position requires a Class A Commercial Driver's license.
Operates heavy motorized equipment (e.g., excavators, 8-12 ton dozers, backhoe, over 23,000 lb grader, 8–10 ton roller, 25,000 to 35,000 pound dump truck, knuckleboom log loader, front end loader, skid steer, tractor trailers &/or tandem axle trucks {i.e., gross weight over 45,000 pounds}, etc.) to complete variety of construction & maintenance functions: operates bulldozer for forest fire line construction, trails, culverts, road bridges & ground maintenance, recreational areas & facilities, logging & merchandising operations; operates smaller equipment (e.g., trucks, tractors, trailers, snowplows, forklifts, all-purpose vehicles (APV’s), mowers, stump grinder, chipper & chainsaw) for maintenance & construction projects; performs wildfire support as directed within training & physical capabilities; operates any & all equipment operated by lower-level equipment operators as needed; assist with sawmill operations (e.g., sawing, edging, green chain, grading lumber, running sawmill equipment, and moving logs) at the Zaleski State Forest Sawmill.
Performs general repairs, improvements & maintains equipment (e.g., highway & non-highway vehicles, buildings & grounds, greases & oils machinery, performs routine maintenance {e.g., fluid & filter changes, hoses & belts} and other routine maintenance); implements fabrication; welds parts as needed; checks tires & lights; maintains accurate & concise maintenance records.
Performs general labor, maintenance, & other related functions (e.g., buildings, trail (horse, hiking & APV), service roads & grounds maintenance); performs basic electrical, structural, & carpentry; performs various forestry operation duties (e.g. mows & trims grass; cuts brush; sprays pesticides, herbicides; timber stand improvement projects & property boundary maintenance); operates chainsaw for felling, bucking & limbing of trees; operates prentice loader for loading log truck; operates dozer (e.g., 8-12 ton) to skid trees out of woods to loading area; purchases supplies (e.g., maintenance, grounds maintenance, equipment repairs); uses personal computer (e.g., enters activity report, fills out credit card forms, enters maintenance records).
Assists with wildfire suppression; performs wildfire & prescribed fire support as directed within training & physical capability; works with hand tools and dozer in construction of fire line & performs mop-up duties in conformance with standards taught in Basic Firefighter/Introduction to Fire Behavior (S-130/S-190) Course.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: For positions in Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry Wildfire Program only, must successfully complete Basic Firefighter Introduction to Fire Behavior Course (S-130/S-190) within first year of employment.
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Works outside, exposed to all degrees of inclement weather
Formal education in arithmetic to include fractions, decimals & percentages & reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary AND 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in operation of heavy motorized equipment (e.g., 7 ton dozer, 8-10 ton roller, concrete mixer, excavator, low-boy, vac-all or 10 ton sweeper, 10 ton tractor, 25,000 to 35,000 pound dump truck) & related safety practices AND valid commercial driver's license (Class A).
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.