Position will be open until filled.
GENERAL PURPOSE : Under general supervision, performs skilled work in the operation of a variety of motorized equipment and heavy equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Performs skilled and semi-skilled construction, maintenance and road repair work; assists in resurfacing, oiling, patching, sweeping, grading and shaping roads;
- digs and fills holes; clears and repairs roadway, shoulders and adjoining areas; installs, cleans, repairs and maintains sewers, water pipes and hydrants;
clears trash, brush, weeds and debris from roadways, grounds and facilities.
- Operates 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.
- Inspects, cleans and performs routine maintenance work on trucks and heavy equipment; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
- Operates power equipment and specialized trucks to transport trash, debris and biosolids.
- Hauls materials, and transports vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks.
- Loads and unloads materials using power equipment.
- Completes required daily logs and reports.
- Performs tasks in the interest of public safety and property protection during emergencies; performs traffic control activities as needed;
reports safety hazards and traffic problems.
- Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed.
- Hours : Monday through Friday, 7 : 00 am to 3 : 30 pm. This is an on-call position to include weekends and holidays.
- Regular and timely attendance is required.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education and Experience :
High School diploma or equivalent; and 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 Texas Commercial Driver License Class A with a good driving record (additional compensation available for CDL A of $300 / month).
- Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.
- Specific technical skills training and certifications may be required.
Required Knowledge of :
- City policies and procedures.
- Federal and state traffic and safety regulations.
- City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
- Methods, tools and equipment used in repair and maintenance of streets and facilities.
- Operation, maintenance, repair and safety standards for motorized equipment and vehicles.
- Occupational hazards and safety precautions in using heavy equipment.
Required Skill in :
- 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.
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.