Heo-Sewer Collections Division

Statement of Duties

Skilled work of a difficult and responsible nature in operating automotive and heavy‑duty construction and maintenance equipment; performs all other related work as required. The work of this class also includes the responsibility to act as a lead directing unskilled and semi‑skilled workers. It involves working to anticipate, meet and exceed customer service expectations in a positive and professional manner.

Employees in this classification perform duties under the general supervision of the Municipal Services Supervisor or their designee. Most work is standardized; when it is not, the employee looks to the supervisor for guidance. The supervisor usually evaluates work while in progress or upon completion. Safety precautions must be observed at all times.

Work is generally performed indoors and outdoors, with frequent exposure to hazards associated with heavy equipment construction sites. Some work is performed indoors pertaining to the repair and maintenance of vehicles and DPW equipment. Overtime coverage is required as necessary, scheduled or emergency. The employee operates motorized equipment and vehicles. Errors could result in delays or loss of service, personal injury, monetary loss, injuries to other employees, damages to building and/or equipment, and legal liability issues for the city.

Contact with the public is daily. The employee receives orders from the supervisor and exchanges information and views about departmental matters. Other contacts are with city staff or affiliated state agencies necessary to assist in accomplishing work responsibilities. Communication methods include telephone, in person, electronic mail, or radio dispatch.

• Performs a variety of routine and repetitive tasks, with work checked during progress and upon completion for satisfactory performance.
• Operates heavy construction and maintenance equipment (backhoes, loaders, graders, and excavators) on a regular basis.
• Drives trucks in all kinds of public works construction, maintenance and repair operations.
• Loads, unloads and transports material, tools, supplies, equipment and workmen; assists with winter operations.
• May service and follow prescribed preventive maintenance procedures on assigned equipment units.
• Operates other equipment of comparable weight and complexity, such as small sidewalk rollers or tractor plows, gang mowers, compressors, brush cutters, two‑wheel drive tractors (including front‑end loader/backhoe attachments) and mechanical street sweepers.
• Performs manual work in digging and back filling excavations.
• Handles heavy materials on construction, maintenance and repair projects.
• Patches streets and walks with hot top, cement, etc.
• Mows and rakes grass; trims shrubbery.
• Sweeps and removes materials in street or sidewalk cleaning programs.
• Operates large over‑the‑road trucks used for maintenance and repairs of sanitary sewer and storm‑water collection systems.
• Performs labor incidental to the work of operating assigned equipment and any other labor services required by the public works department.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees and the public.

Attendance is an essential function of this position.

High School diploma or equivalent; experience in the operation, maintenance and repair of the mechanics and operation of equipment; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Possession of a valid CDL‑A driver’s license with Tanker Endorsement – O Restriction.

Considerable knowledge of functions, operating techniques and maintenance of heavy construction and maintenance equipment. Knowledge of street surfacing materials, including asphalt and aggregates, and street paving processes.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to detect needed repairs and make necessary operation adjustments. Good mechanical ability. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Skill in the operation of all types of heavy equipment.

Moderate to heavy physical effort required in performing work. Occasionally required to move (push, pull, lift or carry) objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to lift heavy objects and to occasionally perform some strenuous work under varying weather conditions. Ability to walk, stand, stoop and crouch for long periods of time. Ability to talk, listen and hear. Normal vision requirements, including the ability to adjust focus at close and distant vision.