Light Equipment Operator - Streets

Performs construction, repair, and maintenance work on sewer and water lines; operates equipment and performs extensive manual labor; reads meters; performs related work as required.

Works under the general supervision of the Street, Drainage & Sanitation Field Supervisor or on-site supervisor.

None.

• Operates a jackhammer, lawn mower, power saw, tapping machine, chain saw, hand tools, light trucks, assists with sewer cleaning machine, and operates a backhoe.
• Performs maintenance on meters and other components.
• Assists in installing and maintaining water and sewer lines; repairs wastewater main and manholes.
• Performs preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Performs minor painting, plumbing, and maintenance.
• Cleans and stocks the truck.
• Loads and unloads various materials; performs yard clean-up and all other duties assigned.
• Performs after-hours standby duty and serves on rotation of duty phone.
• Assists other departments as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Exhibits the City of Harker Heights’ Core Values.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to obtain a Texas CDL-B within six (6) months from the date of hire.
• A minimum of six (6) months experience in performing construction work requiring the use of equipment similar to or the same as assigned to this position.