Heavy Equipment Operator - WS

An employment application MUST be submitted and received by Human Resources, in order to be considered for a position. Submission of Resumes only will not be accepted, for the purpose of employment. and they are optional.

Under the general direction of the Streets Superintendent, the Heavy Equipment Operator operates a variety of heavy equipment in the maintenance, repair, and construction of streets, roads, alleys, water and sewer lines, drainage facilities and hauling solid waste and construction materials. Participates in general maintenance and labor activities as necessary for timely completion of projects and/or work orders.

RECEIVES direct supervision from the Streets Superintendent.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operate a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment including but not limited to motor grader, loader, mower, tractor, trencher, and backhoe.
• Utilize a variety of hand and power tools in street landscape maintenance and facilities maintenance work.
• Organize tools, equipment, and supplies necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• May be required to remove debris, fallen trees and limbs; replace street signs during or after hazardous weather or other emergencies.

• Maintain safety regulations including wearing appropriate clothing, erecting proper barricades and signage.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain equipment and tools used to ensure they are in safe operating order.
• Perform routine inspections of assigned areas to detect any necessary repairs or hazardous conditions.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment as assigned making minor repairs and adjustments for safety reasons.
• Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.

• Use concrete cutting and breaking equipment.
• Pour and finish concrete.
• Construct concrete forms and perform rough carpentry.

• May be required to assist in the setup, teardown, and cleanup for special events and meetings.
• May occasionally be required to work on-call, evenings, or weekends.

A High School diploma or equivalent is required. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in heavy equipment operation with construction experience.

• Operation and maintenance of a variety of heavy and light equipment, as well as power and hand tools associated with maintenance construction.
• General maintenance and repair techniques for a variety of heavy and light equipment.
• Construction and installation methods and practices of area of assignment.
• Laws and regulations affecting street maintenance activities.
• Occupational safety and health regulations, practices, and procedures for area of assignment.
• Safe handling techniques of hazardous chemicals and materials
• Traffic laws, ordinances and rules involved in truck and equipment operations.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• City policies and procedures.

• Following oral and written communications and directions.
• Planning and organizing materials and supplies necessary to complete work orders and daily assignments.
• Operating…