Backhoe Operator Jobs in Mobile, AL (NOW HIRING)

Position Description Must be able to competently operate a minimum of eleven (11) pieces of the following equipment: dump truck, tractor, bush hog, tiller, backhoe/excavator, motor grader, chip spreader, tractor trailer/low boy, bulldozer, front end loader, roller, asphalt spreader, scraper, distributor, paint truck, gradeall, boom mower, or other special skill. Operates various types of heavy equipment or has demonstrated unique skills in the performance of complex and difficult construction and maintenance activities. Performs maintenance inspection on assigned equipment, notifies Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor of equipment failures and may assist with repairs.

May assist with bridge maintenance. Occasionally performs routine manual labor. Assists in overseeing performance and training of equipment Operators I, II, and III in use of various road equipment.

Consideration will be given when unusual circumstances prevail such as working without supervision, leadership, and other skills necessary for efficient operation of the department. This position requires driving as an essential function of the position. For Baldwin County driving requirements, please see the following link: Driver Qualifications.

Successful applicants must be at least 20 years old, insurable by the County's insurance carrier, pass a criminal and motor vehicle background check and will be subject to a pre-employment drug test and physical. Essential Job Functions Equipment Operator Minimum of four (4) years' experience in one or more of the following: Performs complex and difficult operations using one or more of the following equipment: Operates a motor grader to perform the most difficult finishing and grading operations. Performs the full range of operation with bulldozer, front-end loader, scraper, roller, tractor-trailer, power shovel, backhoe, crane, asphalt paver, and other types of heavy equipment.

Operates a soil pan doing earth-moving and rough grading. Operates an excavator or Gradall in digging ditches, digging trenches and setting pipe, placing bridge timbers, demolition, and digging roots. Loads and hauls various heavy equipment and machinery on low-boy truck and trailer.

May operate other equipment such as dump truck and light tractor. Trains other employees on all types of heavy equipment with emphasis on difficult and/or complex operations to fully use equipment capabilities. May supervise and direct the work of other personnel in complex construction and maintenance projects.

May advise foreman on capabilities and best utilization of various types of heavy equipment. Required to wear uniforms as directed by the County Engineer. Equipment Maintenance 1.

Prior to operation equipment, performs safety and maintenance inspection of assigned equipment. 2. While equipment is being operated, continuously monitors gauge and other indicators for non-standard conditions.

3. Performs light maintenance and servicing in connection with equipment operated. 4.

Notifies Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor of mechanical or safety problems. 5. May assist mechanic or other repairmen with mechanical repairs such as gas engine tuning, repair and overhaul, and ignition, fuel, brake and hydraulic system repair and overhaul.

Manual Labor 1. Uses chain saw to cut trees from right-of-way in emergency situations. 2.

Uses ax, bush ax, banjo blade to clear brush. 3. Patches holes for the Paved Road.

4. Repairs bridges. 5.

Performs related manual labor as required. Education and Experience Have a valid commercial driver license (CDL Class A). Considerable experience in operating heavy equipment or possess unique skills.

Willing to work overtime and weekends in emergencies or when required. Willing to travel to pick up material out of area. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Skills to communicate information to supervisors and co-workers.

Skills to complete routine forms and records. Skills to understand operator manuals, directives, procedures and instructions. Skills in basic math to use measuring instruments and to read equipment gauges.

Skills to follow instructions and counsel with crew members. Substantial knowledge of practices applied in the use of a wide variety of heavy equipment for various maintenance and construction operations. Very high skill level in the operation of equipment assigned to permit maximum utilization of equipment capability; skill in operation of a wide variety of heavy equipment.

Ability to instruct and direct other employees. Knowledge of traffic regulations. Defensive driving skills.

Knowledge of safety rules, including accident causes and prevention. Must be able to stand all day. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff's Office does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, disability, citizenship or veteran status in employment. It is the intent of the Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff's Office to guarantee equal opportunity to allow disabled employees a bias-free work environment. Baldwin County Commission and Baldwin County Sheriff's Office, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation in compliance with the ADA.

Recruitment and selection processes will grant equal opportunity for employment to qualified applicants and will not discriminate on the basis of disability. Reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request during the application, testing, and interview process.