Heavy Equipment Operator - Streets

Summary

Responsible for Heavy and Light Equipment operation, maintenance of equipment, job safety, and assisting in the maintenance and construction of the City of Denton roadway system.

• Operates heavy complex motorized equipment such as paving/milling machine, track loader, scraper, compaction equipment, backhoe, front-end loader, skid steer loader, asphalt roller, and motor grader in a proficient manner for the purpose of construction, maintenance, or repair of the City of Denton roadways.
• Performs skilled tasks associated with equipment operation and operates smaller equipment as needed when working on or around utilities.
• Inspects and checks equipment before and after use, performs minor maintenance activities and reports exceptional problems to supervisor.
• Frequently assumes crew chief responsibilities in coordinating the activities of maintenance persons, helpers, and/or other equipment operations.
• Will be required to work on call shifts and overtime as required.
• Occasionally confers with customers regarding service problems and reports information obtained to supervisor.
• Reads and understands reference books and complicated procedures such as street/utility plans and equipment operation manuals.
• Maintains regular and punctual on‑site attendance.

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Completes daily work order tickets.
• Performs Flagging duties as needed.
• Performs On‑Call duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three years' experience in operation of light to heavy equipment.

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers.
• Skilled in the operation of backhoe, skid steer loader and dump truck.
• Ability to load truck with track hoe or track loader.
• Basic working knowledge of excavation equipment and procedures.
• Ability to read construction plans and grade stakes.
• Ability to rake and roll asphalt.

• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Prior four years' experience in construction equipment (motor grader, backhoe, dump truck, bobcat, etc.).
• Experience with track mounted equipment.
• Experience or willingness to learn to operate haul truck/end dump.
• Class A CDL with tanker endorsement.

• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Tank Vehicle endorsement and a good driving record OR must possess a valid Class C driver license with a good driving record and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement within six (6) months of employment.
• Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check.
• Must pass a physical examination.
• Must be able to perform duties in confined spaces.
• Must be able to work 8-24hr shifts for snow/ice sanding.
• Must be able to work overtime when requested.

Physical Requirements: Overall Strength Demands:
The overall strength demand of the functions performed during a typical workday.

• Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds.
• Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds.
• Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds.
• Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds.
• Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds.

Physical Demand Codes:
The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.

Codes for "how often":

• Standing: M
• Sitting: M
• Walking: M
• Lifting: M
• Carrying: I
• Pushing/Pulling: M
• Overhead Work: I
• Fine Dexterity: A
• Kneeling: M
• Crouching: M
• Crawling: I
• Bending: M
• Twisting: I
• Climbing: M
• Balancing: M
• Vision: E
• Hearing: E
• Talking: E
• Video Display: I
• Other: –

The essential functions of this position require the use of backhoe, dump truck,…