THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a ENGINEERING EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (Title 32), Position Description Number D0279000 and is part of the AR ANG 188 WGH WG, National Guard. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQURED- If you are not currently a member of any military service (Brach/Status), please provide a letter stating intent to join.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: WG - Experience or training which demonstrates the ability to follow instructions and safely operate the type of equipment required to accomplish the duties of the position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training operating heavy engineer equipment in close proximities and the ability to adapt equipment to changing weather, soil, and all types of terrain. Experience assisting lower graded operators in complex operation and maintenance of equipment. Experience or training which demonstrates the ability to instruct others in the operation and maintenance of heavy engineer equipment.
(1) Uses heavy equipment with special attachments for grading surfaces, compacting or rolling soil, or other similar practices to prepare the surface to exact specifications. Adjusts attachments for best positioning and working order, and makes the necessary adjustments without stopping the power unit or equipment. (2) Works to fine specifications from grade stakes set by engineers. (3) Operates a variety of engineering equipment near buildings, trees, drop offs, rocks, or other permanent obstructions, as well as rough terrain. (4) Uses heavy equipment to grade, fill, or level earth to specifications for roads and construction sites. Operates equipment on steep slopes, hilly and rocky areas. wooded and other terrain with similar rough features. (5) Performs excavation for ditches, sewer lines, waterlines, etc. Moves extremely heavy objects as well as sand, gravel ,or other loose materials. ( 6) Operates runway vacuum sweepers, and magnetic sweepers Operates industrial/agricultural type equipment. Operates snow removal and grass cutting equipment. Performs equipment and operator's maintenance work when necessary. ( 7) Schedules and supervises training of drill status guard members who are equipment operators. (8) May operate boom crane at various outlying locations where maneuverability is restricted and accuracy is critical. (9) Prepares for and participates in readiness evaluations, Unit Effectiveness Inspections (U%Is), Operational Readiness Inspections (ORIs) and mobility and command support exercises. (10) Performs other duties as assigned.