S-1223-7

　　Job Title: Utility Operator III - OMJST

　　Worksite Location: Canton, Ohio 44714

　　Number of Openings: 3

　　How to Apply:

　　APPLY DIRECT to the City of Canton:

　　Apply Online: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cantonohio

　　Please mention OhioMeansJobs Stark or Tuscarawas when applying to this employer.

　　Salary Range: $18.77 - $25.47 Hourly

　　Benefits: Employment with the City of Canton comes with a full array of benefits.  We offer comprehensive health insurance, longevity pay, paid vacations, paid holidays, a retirement plan, sick time, and personal holidays.

　　This is an open examination.  To be eligible for the position, must be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D., must possess a valid commercial driver's license Class A with Tank Endorsement and must be a U.S. Citizen or have legally declared their intentions of becoming a U.S. Citizen.

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　　GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:  Operates trucks and other light to heavy mechanical construction equipment.   Performs manual labor as necessary; and all work as designated by a supervisor.

　　DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:  Can operate all vehicles and equipment as specified for a Utility Operator 2/Semiskilled Laborer, plus: roller, sweeper, tandem, flusher and loader.

　　EXAMPLES OF WORK:  Drives trucks for all variety of construction, clean up, and other City maintenance operations; handles and moves materials for storage, maintenance or construction. Is involved in the installation, maintenance and repair of city facilities and infrastructure.  Any duties of a Utility Operator 2/Semiskilled Laborer.  May direct a crew to which he is assigned unless a supervisor is present.  Other related duties not listed, but consistent with and similar in nature to, the above examples may also be required. 

　　REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  A knowledge of all types of public works construction, maintenance, and repair work.   A full knowledge of the City streets is necessary.  Ability to follow oral and written instructions; must be in good physical condition and maintain a good attendance record; must be able to deal tactfully with the public when the need arises; must be able to drive a truck and operate various light to heavy equipment; ability to make minor repairs and adjustments when needed. Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License, with the Tank Endorsement, at all times.

　　ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:  Training within the City or experience with a private contractor, or other combination of knowledge, training, and experience which provides the necessary skills is acceptable.  Must be a thoroughly experienced truck driver with a good background in construction equipment.

　　SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: In addition to meeting the general requirements, the applicant must have experience with a public or private construction firm.  Applicants must have experience operating various vehicles (i.e. one, five- and ten-ton truck, dump truck, fork lift, tractor loader and roller).  Must also have experience operating various construction equipment.

　　ADA COMPLIANCEReasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it, in order to achieve the essential job functions as described above.

　　EQUAL EMPLOYMENTAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pol