Position will be open until filled.
We are currently seeking:
A heavy equipment operator to join our team and perform skilled work in the operation of a variety of motorized equipment and heavy equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Performing skilled and semi-skilled construction, maintenance and road repair work; assisting in resurfacing, oiling, patching, sweeping, grading and shaping roads; digging and filling holes; clearing and repairing roadway, shoulders and adjoining areas; installing, cleaning, repairing and maintaining sewers, water pipes and hydrants; clearing trash, brush, weeds and debris from roadways, grounds and facilities.
• Operating 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.
• Inspecting, cleaning and performing routine maintenance work on trucks and heavy equipment; identifying and reporting mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Operating power equipment and specialized trucks to transport trash, debris and biosolids.
• Hauling materials and transporting vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks.
• Loading and unloading materials using power equipment.
• Completing required daily logs and reports.
• Performing tasks in the interest of public safety and property protection during emergencies; performing traffic control activities as needed; reporting safety hazards and traffic problems.
• Utilizing proper safety precautions in all work performed.
• Hours: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm (30 minute lunch); overtime is required. This is an on-call position.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.
The above duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Requirements and skills:
• 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.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Three years’ experience operating specialized vehicles and heavy equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
• Must possess a valid eligible Texas Class A Commercial Driver License with a good driving record (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.
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.