HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (STREET & BRIDGE)

Position will be open until filled.

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, performs skilled work in the operation of a variety of motorized equipment and heavy equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled construction, maintenance and road repair work; assists in resurfacing, oiling, patching, sweeping, grading and shaping roads; digs and fills holes; clears and repairs roadway, shoulders and adjoining areas; installs, cleans; clears trash, brush, weeds and debris from roadways, grounds and facilities. Install, repair and maintenance sidewalks.
• Operates a wide range of specialized vehicles and motorized equipment, including front-end loader, dump truck, bulldozer, grader, backhoe, tractor, street sweeper, oil distributor, spreader, scraper, roller, chipper, and water truck.
• Inspects, cleans and performs routine maintenance work on trucks and heavy equipment; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Operates power equipment and specialized trucks to transport trash, debris and biosolids.
• Hauls materials, and transports vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks.
• Loads and unloads materials using power equipment.
• Completes required daily logs and reports.
• Performs tasks in the interest of public safety and property protection during emergencies; performs traffic control activities as needed; reports safety hazards and traffic problems.
• Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed.
• Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm; on-call position and overtime is required.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent; and three years' experience operating specialized vehicles and heavy equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• A valid Texas Driver License with a good driving record is required. A Texas Commercial Driver License Class A is due within six months of the hire date (additional compensation available for CDL A of $300/month); specific technical skills training and certifications may be required.
• Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.

Required Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Federal and state traffic and safety regulations.
• City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Methods, tools and equipment used in repair and maintenance of streets and facilities.
• Operation, maintenance, repair and safety standards for motorized equipment and vehicles.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions in using heavy equipment.

Required Skill in:

• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Using specialized tools and heavy motorized equipment to perform maintenance and repair work.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Making routine operating adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers and the public.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors.
• Requires constant physical efforts, and ability to lift and carry up to 113 pounds.

Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.