Heavy Equipment Operator; Storm Water

Position: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (STORM WATER)
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.