Equipment Operator - Public Works Stormwater Department

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I - PUBLIC WORKS STORMWATER DEPARTMENT

CITY OF GALLATIN

The purpose of this position is to perform semiskilled work in a variety of construction, repair and maintenance assignments involving the use of specialized tools; operates specialized and other equipment in connection with the semiskilled tasks to which assigned. Work is performed under regular supervision.

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Must have 1 year of recent work experience in installation, concrete, or asphalt services.
• Must possess Class B CDL.
• Class A‑57 CDL preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• Knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment.
• Knowledge of simply mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of the maintenance, repair and manual tasks of the area assigned.
• Knowledge of the use of hand and specialized power tools required in the work.
• Knowledge of the safe use and operative and preventive maintenance of mechanical equipment required in the work.
• Skill in making repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Ability to safely move furniture, boxes, equipment, etc.
• Ability to detect flaws in the operation of equipment and to determine proper remedial measures.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods including under unfavorable weather conditions.
• Ability to calculate surface, volumes, weights and measures.
• Ability to maintain simple records and prepare reports, manual or computerized.
• Knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Ability to operate all types of automotive equipment.
• Skill in the operation of a variety of small, medium and heavy equipment.
• Ability to make decisions to accomplish specific tasks and operations within the scope of the position.
• Ability to interact with the public effectively, professionally and politely, and with discretion.
• Ability to effectively communicate with and establish and maintain an effective working relationship with department staff and other personnel.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out written and oral instructions.
• Organizational and time management skills needed to meet deadlines.
• Must have ability to work accurately with attention to detail.

This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical activities include climbing, balancing, stooping, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, reaching, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions. Also includes the necessity to communicate by talking, hearing/listening. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus, for operation of machines and equipment, determination accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observation of general surroundings.

The employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions including, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, dust/dirt, grease/oils, paint fumes, moving parts of machinery and extreme weather conditions but hot and cold. Work is generally outdoors.

The City of Gallatin is a drug‑free equal opportunity employer, with policies of non‑discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, or political affiliation.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.