Gila River Indian Community

Sacaton, Arizona, United States

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Posted over 1 month ago

Job Description

EIVIPLOYIVIENT OPPORTUNITIESJob Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Closing Date: 03/01/2021
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certi?cates, diploma and Motor Vehicle
Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not
be considered.
Job Number: 21-134
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Gila River Indian Irrigation & Drainage District

City: Sacaton, AZLocations: 192 S. "A" Street
Area of Interest: Irrigation
Salary Type: Base Pay
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $18.
04 Hourly
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Heavy Equipment Operator performs skilled work in the operation of heavy duty equipment effectively and
safely; and is responsible for maintenance, repairs and adjustments to highly specialized costly equipment
requiring constant attention to protect from damage.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
o Operate a variety of equipment which may include backhoes, motor graders, dump trucks, tractor, water
trucks, stripers, loaders, blades, scrapers, bull dozers, etc.o Operate a truck trailer with lowboy unit attached for transporting heavy equipment.
0 Perform minor maintenance and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
0 Notify supervisory personnel for need of regular, preventative, or emergency maintenance of all heavy
equipment.
0 Perform duties under varied ?eld conditions.
0 May be required to work varied hours depending on work schedules, seasonal schedule, emergencies, etc.
0 Perform other related duties as assigned.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILTIY:Knowledge of the operation of hydraulically operated equipment.Knowledge of hazards and applicable safety miles and precautions of heavy equipment operation
Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances and rules involved with equipment operation.Skill in the operation of various types of heavy trucks and equipment.Ability to work independently.Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instmctions.Ability to coordinate eye-hand-foot movements.Ability to service, adjust and make minor repairs to heavy construction equipment.Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the
general public.
0 Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or GED with a minimum of three (3) years7 experience in the operation and general
maintenance of heavy equipment.ADDITIONAL REg ZUIREMENTS:Class A Commercial Drivers License.Required to obtain a Tribal Operator7s permit. Valid state drivers license with a current proof of driving record
for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be
submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the
application.Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position
Reports to Director or designeeBENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday,
and sick leave as well as medical, dental, Vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.
Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference
Act (Title 25, US. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving
the full and equal opportunity Without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin,
Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River
Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the
required documentation to the completed Employment Application.Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)

HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING
SUBMITTED.

Visit our GRIC website and apply online:

www.gilariver.org
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