South Zone Developed Recreation

Engineering Equipment Operator Assistant:This position reports to the Zone Lead Engineering Equipment Operator and the Zone Engineer. As an Operator Assistant you will assist the program with a variety of functions related to road maintenance and construction on the Forest Service Road System.

This position reports to the Zone Lead Engineering Equipment Operator and the Zone Engineer. As an Operator Assistant you will:- Receive training on vehicle operation, pulling with a trailer, loading/unloading equipment safely, performing equipment checks, operating equipment, servicing equipment, and road construction/maintenance principles.- Assist the lead operator with a variety of functions related to road maintenance and construction on the National Forest Service Road System.- Transport equipment and materials to remote jobsites on Forest roads.- Handle materials and equipment with minimal supervision.- Function as safety spotter for equipment operations.- Set up Traffic Control Systems with minimal supervision.- Conduct basic engineering surveys with supervision.- Perform moderate to arduous physical labor.- Safely and efficiently operate construction equipment such as: Skidloaders, Excavators, Dozers, and backhoes on all terrain types with minimal supervision. - Work in remote locations.