HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Support Department
Range Services
Open Position Request Number R-40-23

CLASSIFICATION: Heavy Equipment Operator; CBA Rate $24.72/HR
GRADE: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Supervisor

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions include the operation of heavy equipment. Must possess the skills and knowledge to set up and operate heavy equipment to accomplish constantly changing work requirements. Must know the principles and techniques of earth leveling, grading, and filling. In addition, must know strength of ropes, wires, cables, and techniques for lifting and moving heavy objects by machine. Must be able to prepare surfaces by ditching, back sloping, and level blading using a bulldozer. Must be able to change the lifting capacity of the crane caused by variation in the angle of the boom, length of boom, position of frame, and slope of the terrain, and be able to precisely locate heavy targets. Must possess a high degree of dexterity to operate multiple hand and foot controls.

GENERAL DUTIES: The Heavy Equipment Operator will work on equipment crew in Range Services. This incumbent will be working with one or more workers in the skilled heavy equipment trade performing specific or general duties such as building targets, transporting equipment, operating equipment to include cranes and shaping target areas by the use of equipment or hand operated tools. Will be required to operate efficiently the following: loader, dozer, excavator, aerial lift, large all-terrain forklift, tractor trailer and cranes. Will be required to perform specialized machine operations on a full time basis. Will be required to keep equipment greased, cleaned and perform operator maintenance on the equipment. Required to properly load, secure and haul heavy equipment to various ranges.

OTHER DUTIES: Other functions include guidance or instructions to lesser skilled personnel and general housekeeping of assigned work area.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicant must be a high school graduate that is able to read, write, and communicate clearly. Will be required to hold and maintain a valid class “A” CDL. Must have five (5) years of applicable heavy equipment operation experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a Secret security clearance. Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. May be required to work overtime, shift-work, weekends, and/or holidays. May be required to handle hazardous material/hazardous waste. All selected candidates must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation and drug test as a condition of placement into this position. Supports E-OMS operational objectives. Observes company Quality, Safety, Environmental, Security and Administrative policies; supports Process Improvement. Will be required to obtain and maintain a forklift license.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Will be required to work outside most of the time and may be subjected to extreme environmental conditions including noise, fumes, dust, vibrations, and temperatures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Physical effort required consists of crawling, bending, stooping, standing, and working in various strained positions for a considerable period. Close hand and eye coordination is required in performing many varied tasks.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Reliance Test & Technology is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability needing special accommodations to the application process please call Human Resources.