Job Posting
Truck Driver/Heavy Equipment Operator - (Community Development)
Reports To: Director
Department: Community Development
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Purpose:
The primary function of this position is to perform a variety of skilled tasks related to the operation of heavy equipment and vehicles for the maintenance, repair, installation, and construction of transportation infrastructure. This includes work on roadways, rights-of-way, driveways, and culverts. The position also oversees construction project operations, ensuring compliance with federal safety regulations and internal policies. Responsibilities include scheduling work assignments, coordinating the delivery of equipment and materials, and supervising field safety practices. The role also involves performing regular inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
Job Duties:
• Maneuver’s truck into loading and unloading positions. Following signals from loading crew as needed. Loads and unloads truck/equipment.
• Operates a wide variety of heavy equipment and vehicles (e.g., backhoe, bulldozer, tractor and truck with the capacity of more than three (3) tons) to prepare roads, driveways and the opening and closing of graves for tribal members.
• Ensures timely delivery and availability of equipment, tools, and materials for assigned projects.
• Performs regular maintenance checks, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Supervises and participates in infrastructure projects including grading, paving, drainage, and right-of-way clearing.
• Conducts field inspections to monitor progress, assess quality, and enforce safety and environmental standards.
• Coordinates daily work schedules and job assignments for crew members.
• Performs the operations for each project site, including the delivery of equipment, materials, movement of soil for the construction of roads, slopes and drainage.
• Performs the disposal operations in compliance with applicable environmental rules and regulations.
• Follow appropriate safety procedures when transporting materials.
• Maintain a delivery schedule of materials for roads crew. Secure cargo for transport using ropes, blocks, chains, blinders and covers.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, tire chains, etc.
• Perform general manual labor tasks including loading, unloading, lifting and moving material, etc.
• Responds to emergency situations such as road blockages or flooding, often outside regular working hours.
• Maintains accurate records of work completed, materials used, and labor hours.
• Maintains radio and telephone contact with other crew members.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state and county and local laws, regulations with one year’s experience.
• Knowledge of department organization, functions, objectives, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of road construction and maintenance procedures.
• Skill in the safe operation of heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Familiarity with federal and state safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and project specifications.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, often in outdoor and physically demanding environments.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgment.
Work Environment:
• Work is performed primarily outdoors in various weather conditions and occasionally in an indoor environment or vehicle.
• May be required to work in confined spaces.
• Requires physical strength and stamina to lift heavy materials (up to 100 lbs), operate equipment, and perform manual labor.
• May involve exposure to dust, noise, hazardous materials, fumes, chemicals and other noxious odors, vehicle exhaust and traffic hazards.
• Exposure to jolting, shaking, vibrations and noise while performing duties.
• Situations where safety-toe shoes, safety goggles, gloves, or protective face shields are needed may arise.
• On-call availability for emergency repairs or weather-related response may be required. Evening, Weekend and/or holiday work may be required.
Physical Demands:
• Talk, hear, stoop, bend; kneel, climb; use hands to handle objects, equipment, controls and reach with arms and hands; carry equipment and supplies.
• Considerable physical activity; heavy physical work; heavy moving, lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects is primary part of the job.
• Position requires the ability to lift 100 lbs.
• Noise level is usually high.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
• High school diploma or GED; supplemented with at least (3) three to (5) five years of experience that demonstrated proficiency in the operation of assigned equipment in maintenance, construction or a related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the prerequisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class ‘A’ Oklahoma Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) including air and trailer endorsements.
• Must be able to pass background check, with no prior convictions and/or felonies.
• Must be able to comply with the Seminole Nation Drug Free Workplace policies.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Other
Closing Date: 09/12/2025 |
