Motor Vehicle Operator
Motor Vehicle Operator
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Curecanti National Recreation Area
Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a motor vehicle operator for large trucks and equipment in support of operation and maintenance activities at Curecanti National Recreation Area and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The position is located in the Facility Management Division and is directly supervised by the Roads/Trails/Marinas Supervisor.
Duties
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a motor vehicle operator for large trucks and equipment in support of operation and maintenance activities at Curecanti National Recreation Area and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. The position is located in the Facility Management Division and is directly supervised by the Roads/Trails/Marinas Supervisor. The incumbent will serve as the primary driver/operator of the park's tandem axle sewer pumper truck equipped with a 3,000 gallon holding tank. The incumbent will utilize this truck to pump numerous vault toilets and septic tanks at both park units and will transport waste for final disposal at the park's sewage lagoon. Additionally, the incumbent will be responsible for performing as the primary operator of the park's front load trash truck to empty dumpsters at both parks and transport waste to the local landfill facility. Other responsibilities will include performing as a member of the park Road crew and include brushing, mowing and surface maintenance and repairs of both paved and unpaved roads as well as conducting snow removal activities on park roads and parking areas. Tasks are performed with minimal supervision. Duties require complete competence and working knowledge of accepted practices of the applicable trades and crafts and equipment operation areas. The incumbent must be able to work with various large trucks up to 56,000 lbs GVWR . Physical effort is heavy to moderate, and requires frequent lifting or handling of objects or materials up to 50 pounds, unassisted and following proper lifting procedures to avoid injury. Frequently required to stand while working, climb truck and equipment ladders, bend, stoop, climb, and work in awkward positions. Exposed to a variety of seasonal weather conditions while working outdoors (temperatures -30 to 90+ degrees). Subject to danger of falling from ladders or equipment. Exposed to dust, dirt, wind, and rain. May work with dangerous chemicals and around moving equipment; paints, solvents, etc. May be exposed to electrical shocks, and biting insects. The position requires a valid State Class A Commercial Driver's License as well as Tanker and Air Brake Endorsements. These must be issued prior to entering duty.
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