Utility Operator ; Maintenance​/CDL

Position: Utility Operator 3 (Maintenance/CDL)

Canton Utility Operator 3 (Maintenance/CDL)

Salary Range: $20.48-$27.66/hour (+$10-$20/hour in benefits)

Employment with the City of Canton comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, a retirement plan, paid vacations, paid holidays and sick time.

Applicants must apply at . Applicants MUST submit a copy of the valid commercial driver's license and any other pertinent documentation along with the application.

This is an open examination. To be eligible under this position all applicants must be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D., must possess a valid commercial driver's license Class A with Tank Endorsement, must be a U.S. Citizen or have a permanent resident card and be at least 18 years of age.

THIS POSITION IS FOR THE FOLLOWING DEPARTMENTS: STREET DEPARTMENT, COLLECTIONS SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT, AND WATER DEPARTMENT

General Statement Of Duties

Operates trucks and other light-heavy, mechanical construction equipment. Performs manual labor as necessary; and all work as designated by a supervisor.

Distinguishing Features Of The Class

Can operate all vehicles and equipment as specified for a Utility Operator 2/Semiskilled Laborer, plus: roller, sweeper, tandem, flusher and loader.

Examples Of Work

Drives trucks for a variety of construction, clean up, and other City maintenance operations; handles and moves materials for storage, maintenance or construction. Is involved in the installation, maintenance and repair of city facilities and infrastructure. Any duties of a Utility Operator 2/Semiskilled Laborer. May direct a crew to which they are assigned unless a supervisor is present. Other related duties, not listed, but consistent with, and similar in nature to, the above examples may also be required.

Required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

A knowledge of all types of public works construction, maintenance, and repair work. A full knowledge of the city streets is necessary. Ability to follow oral and written instructions; must be in good physical condition and maintain a good attendance record; must be able to deal tactfully with the public when the need arises; must be able to drive a truck and operate various light to heavy equipment;

ability to make minor repairs and adjustments when needed. Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License, with the Tank Endorsement, at all times.

Acceptable Experience And Training

Training within the City or experience with a private contractor, or other combination of knowledge, training, and experience which provides the necessary skills is acceptable. Must be a thoroughly experienced truck driver with a good background in construction equipment.

Examination

SUBSEQUENT TO THE FILING OF THE APPLICATION, THE CANDIDATES WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE LOCATION, DATE, AND TIME OF THE EXAMINATION.

An examination will be administered covering the following areas: map reading, safety, mathematics, mechanical comprehension, general labor knowledge, public relations and other related areas. A 60% passing score will be used.

Repeating an Exam

Per OAC Rule 123: 1-9-01, an applicant who has competed in a civil service examination cannot repeat that examination or take an examination for the same classification within FOUR MONTHS from the date of original examination, unless an alternative form of examination is given, or unless other standards are specified in the examination announcement.

Rating

Your name will be placed on a list of eligible candidates upon receiving a passing score. Once the list has been established, your name will remain on the list for a period of one (1) year.

Drug Testing Requirement

Pursuant to Civil Service Rules applicants are hereby advised that the position of employment being examined for is subject to a drug test. Accordingly, eligibility is not considered final until drug testing has been successfully completed with a negative result.

Background Investigation

Be advised that candidates may be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal record check and driving record check.

ADA Compliance

Reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it, in order to achieve the essential job functions as described above.

Equal Employment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, type of disability, or any other non‑merit factor.

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