Equipment Operator II Lead (70587) Preventative Maintenance

Equipment Operator II, Lead

The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Equipment Operator II, Lead within the Public Works Department, Streets Division. This position primarily leads a crew involved in right-of-way potholes repair and preventative patching. This position will also assist in snow removal and storm control. This position also requires driving and operating vehicles and other equipment with specialized functions that involve the operation of mechanisms to complete tasks for various maintenance, repair, and / or construction projects for an assigned department, in addition to driving and maneuvering the vehicle. This position utilizes equipment that have mechanisms that are somewhat complex to operate, requiring more dexterity and finesse, or larger vehicles requiring a higher level of skill to drive and maneuver in and around confined spaces, as well as equipment included in lower levels in this job family, and provide lead guidance, direction, and training to assigned staff.

What you'll be doing :

• Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers : confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers; assists with complex / problem situations and provides technical expertise; and assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment.
• Operates various equipment and vehicles to complete tasks related to the maintenance, repair and construction of City roadways, rights-of-way, sidewalks, storm drainage systems, and other infrastructure projects.
• Drives asphalt patch truck and dump trucks to haul materials to and from work sites : maneuvers and positions vehicles to allow for proper alignment of containers to be placed or retrieved.
• Operates bobcat, backhoe, and loaders of similar size to load and / or move gravel, dirt, sand, and other materials for smaller projects and loads : and utilizes bobcat to clear land or debris.
• Operates various equipment to perform basic asphalt repair, digging, trenching, and for maintenance, repair, and construction projects : controls placement of equipment and determines optimum approach to each digging scenario in order to minimize destruction of property and avoid electric, water, sewer, and other public utility lines.
• Fuels and performs routine maintenance of equipment in the field : drives fuel trucks requiring hazardous materials endorsement to work sites to fuel equipment; greases equipment; changes and repairs tires as necessary; changes blades, belts, and chains; and checks fluids and performs other minor repairs as appropriate.
• Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day : performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes changing oil, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; and secures vehicle after use.
• Performs manual labor in support of construction, maintenance, and repair projects : lifts, moves, loads, and unloads materials, equipment, tools, and supplies; digs ditches, trenches, and holes manually or utilizing power equipment; shovels, rakes, spreads, compacts, and levels dirt, rock, asphalt, cement, and other materials.
• Performs other duties in support of City operations : operates equipment and trucks included at the lower level in this job family; provides coverage during special events and activities; responds to emergency and disaster situations; provides assistance to other employees or departments; and performs other related duties as required.
• Follows established safety procedures : utilizes safety equipment and wears protective gear : monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; monitors traffic conditions surrounding trucks and equipment to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions; flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs and cones around the project and work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; and reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.
• Communicates with supervisor, other City employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Processes a variety of documentation associated with department / division operations, within designated timeframes and per established procedures : receives, reviews, prepares, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, time sheets, vehicle inspection logs, and other documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and maintains computerized and / or hardcopy records.
• Performs other related duties as required.

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