We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work as a Heavy Equipment Crew Leader within the Division of Transportation at DuPage County.
This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
This position is included in the Bargaining Unit of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150.
This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Personal days. Employees in this role receive 1 hour per day of on-call pay for November 1st through March 31st.
To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit: Employees Benefit Information
For detailed information on paid time off, visit: Local 150 Contract- DOT (Download PDF reader)
DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Requirements include the following experience or equivalent combination of training and experience:
The Preferred Candidate will:-
Have experience operating a Gradall
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Possess extensive knowledge of grading, trenching, ditching, and material handling using a Gradall
A post offer physical is required.
A pre-employment background check is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Use of arm and /or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than for medium work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment for this position frequently includes working near moving mechanical parts, in high or precarious places, in extreme outside weather conditions, with hazardous materials, with fumes or airborne particles, with the risk of electrical shock, and in cramped or confined spaces.
