This is the supplemental questionnaire for the classification of Equipment Operator - Senior. Part I will not be scored or used for determining minimum qualifications but is provided for the applicant to review prior to completing the questionnaire and may also be used when determining assignment. Part II will be scored based on your checked responses.
By continuing in this examination process, you are certifying that all information provided in the supplemental questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge. If selected for an interview, you may be required to display and respond to questions to validate your responses to this exam.
I have read and understand the above instructions.
Part I: Minimum Qualifications
This section will not be scored but may assist the applicant with determining how he/she meets the minimum qualifications for this position.
1.
Do you have at least two years of journey level experience performing duties similar to a Equipment Operator in Placer County?
Yes
No
2.
Do you possess a valid Class B driver’s license with air brake and tanker endorsements?
Yes
No
Applicants who reported a “No” response to any of the above are encouraged to review the minimum qualifications for this classification prior to proceeding.
Part II: Relevant Knowledge and Experience – Scored Examination
This section of the supplemental questionnaire is the Civil Service examination for this position. This supplemental questionnaire will be scored based on your checked responses below. Narratives provided by applicants describing training and/or experience will not be scored, but will be available to the hiring authority and may be utilized for interview and selection determination. Scores received from this section will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list.
For the items in this section, please indicate your level of training and experience and then provide a brief description of your related experience in the space provided.
NOTE: Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be evaluated nor considered as responses to the items in this supplemental questionnaire. In addition, responses to this questionnaire will not be used for determining minimum qualifications for this position.
1.
Describe your experience operating equipment, tools or materials used in road construction, maintenance and repair (motor graders, heavy duty loaders and cranes, rotary snow plows, chip spreaders, etc.).
No experience
Less than one year of experience
1 to 2 years of experience
2 to 3 years of experience
3 to 4 years of experience
More than 4 years of experience
1a.
If you indicated any experience, please describe.
2.
Describe your experience safely and effectively operating equipment in regular traffic areas.
No experience
Less than one year of experience
1 to 2 years of experience
2 to 3 years of experience
3 to 4 years of experience
More than 4 years of experience
2a.
If you indicated any experience, please describe.
3.
Describe your experience determining traffic control areas for signing and marking of temporary maintenance or construction zones.
No experience
Less than one year of experience
1 to 2 years of experience
2 to 3 years of experience
3 to 4 years of experience
More than 4 years of experience
3a.
If you indicated any experience, please describe.
4.
Describe your experience working unusual and prolonged work schedules and working multiple shifts during emergencies, seasonally-caused circumstances, or special projects in varying climatic and temperature conditions.
No experience
Less than one year of experience
1 to 2 years of experience
2 to 3 years of experience
3 to 4 years of experience
More than 4 years of experience
4a.
If you indicated any experience, please describe.
5.
Describe your experience training and leading assigned personnel in equipment operation activities.
No experience
Less than one year of experience
1 to 2 years of experience
2 to 3 years of experience
3 to 4 years of experience
More than 4 years of experience
5a.
If you indicated any experience, please describe.
6.
Do you have experience performing any of the following minor vehicle repairs? Check all that apply.
Oil Changes
Headlamp / Rear lamp bulb replacements
Brake Pad Replacement
Brake Rotor Replacement
Repairing flat tires
Wiper blade replacement
I have no experience performing any of the above tasks
6a.
If you indicated any experience, please describe.
Part III: Additional Training and Experience – Not Scored
This section will not be scored but may be used by the hiring department when filling assignments.
1.
Describe your experience with providing good customer service and building and maintaining positive work relationships with co-workers, other agencies, and the public.
Part IV - Location Preference (Not Scored)
1.
Are you willing to accept work in the Tahoe area?
Yes
No
2.
Are you willing to accept work in the Auburn area?
Yes
No
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