Equipment Operator

Overview

Equipment Operator position with the Streets and Maintenance Department. Under general supervision, operates a variety of general or specialized medium-sized motorized equipment used in construction, repair, maintenance, and other field operations.

• Operate medium equipment, including, but not limited to, 18-wheel semi-tractor/trailer; asphalt distributor, grapple, jet-rodder equipped vacuum, personnel lift and roll off trucks; gang and slope mowers; and other specialized equipment as assigned (backhoe, chip box spreader, earth saw, farm tractor with implements, front loader, street sweeper, trencher, and truck-mounted crane).
• Attach, set up, start, stop, position, guide, and manipulate powered mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic apparatus to dig, push, pile, or load materials; monitor instruments and adjust speed, flow, temperature, and pressure as needed.
• Perform other difficult construction, repair, maintenance, or operations-related work; inspect the work site prior to, during, and following activities; identify, recommend, and undertake work according to priorities and established schedules.
• May direct a crew of laborers or other workers; participate in non-personnel administration-related duties as assigned (e.g., assigning and inspecting work, training employees).
• Inspect, clean, grease, and fuel equipment; identify and perform basic equipment preventative maintenance, servicing and minor repair work to maintain operating conditions and safety requirements; engage in manual labor as necessary; interact with other departments, employees, contractors, vendors, or the public.

• Education and Experience:
  
  Equivalent to two (2) years of experience operating light or medium trucks, tractors, and related automotive equipment.
• MOS Codes: 001165 (Navy), 1345 (Marine Corps), 1P011 (Air Force), 12V (Army).
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Valid Texas Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or equivalent from another state by the date of appointment. Some positions may require a Texas Class “A” CDL or equivalent from another state; CDL may require specialized endorsements depending on the area of assignment. Some positions may require a Municipal Solid Waste Operator Class C License.
• Special Requirements:
  Positions requiring a CDL or safety-sensitive are subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal regulations. Some positions must pass a criminal background check and may require federally mandated security clearance for working at an airport.