Heavy Equipment Operator I (Street Maintenance)

Street Maintenance Operator

Responsible for operating heavy equipment and vehicles in the maintenance and repair of streets and alleys.

Pay Range : $20.72 - $23.29 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Operate 12-yard dump truck.

Identify equipment needs for each assigned project. Transport materials between job sites.

Operate specialized pieces of equipment to : level lift various types of pavements, patch various types of pavements with hot and cold asphalt, crack seal various types of pavements with a hot tar sealant, grade unimproved alleys

Address citizen concerns on the job site.

Attend safety meetings on a monthly basis.

Inspect the overall safety of various job projects. Maintain safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment.

Ensure all safety equipment is being utilized on a daily basis.

Inspect and maintain assigned equipment. Perform pre-trip / post-trip vehicle inspections and complete daily work sheet for equipment operated.

Keep work location and vehicle(s) in order.

Operate heavy equipment in clearing of streets and / or alleys during foul weather incidents.

Operate / train on specialized pieces of heavy equipment in the absence of Heavy Equipment Crew Leader.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

2+ years of related experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years of related experience

1+ years of experience training on / operating heavy equipment

Licenses and Certifications

Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License with a Tanker Endorsement or the ability to obtain within six months of hire

Valid Class C Texas driver's license

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent works in an outside environment; frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and / or hazards. Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more several times daily.