Light Equipment Operator​/Drainage

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. Maintenance of drainage features including cleaning, repairing, mowing, herbiciding, and installation of new drainage infrastructure.

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

None.

• Operates a jackhammer, lawn mower, weed eater, power saw, tapping machine, chain saw, hand tools, light trucks, and assists vactor truck.
• 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.
• Assists in installing and maintaining water and sewer lines.
• Assists other departments as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintenance of City drainage features.
• Performs after-hours standby duty and serves on rotation of duty phone.
• Attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Exhibits the City of Harker Heights' Core Values.

High school diploma or GED. Must be able to obtain Texas CDL-B within six (6) months from 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.