Heavy Equipment Operator ; A262740-1 Street Cleaning

Position: Heavy Equipment Operator I, (A262740-1), 204, Street Cleaning
Revised on 03/27/2026

Operates one or more pieces of heavy equipment such as: street sweeper, or pot patcher, 18 wheel semi-tractor/trailer, or light equipment such as asphalt spreaders, sand/gravel distributor, or trailer mounted power washer. May be required to work night shift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

* Operates a street sweeper in order to maintain City streets clean.

* Performs basic maintenance on equipment and tools including washing, changing oil, and greasing.

* May assist in performing unskilled or semi-skilled labor such as digging ditches, covering ditches, pouring concrete, mowing, trimming trees and shrubs, and all other duties as needed to perform paving projects.

* May transport heavy equipment (i.e. backhoe, grader, power rollers, etc.) on lowboy.

* May assist in training new employees and in assigning, checking and approving work of laborers and other equipment operators.

* Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.

* Must follow all rules of telephone and/or hand held radio courtesy in all communications.

* Must be available to assist department during emergencies (i.e. floods, hurricanes, etc.).

* Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.

* Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

* Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

* Knowledge of safe operations of heavy equipment.

* Knowledge of geography of the City including major streets and landmarks.

* Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures.

* Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.

* Knowledge of vehicles and equipment.

Skills and Abilities:

* Skill in organization and time management.

* Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.

* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

* Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.

* Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.

* Ability to operate heavy equipment.

* Ability to follow oral and written instruction.

* Ability to maintain accurate and complete records.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements

Position will have the following exposures

* Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards

* Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk

* Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments:

Sometimes

* Construction site

* Confined space

Frequently or Often

* Outdoor environment

* Street environment (near moving traffic)

* Vehicles

Exposures

Position will require the employee to be exposed to:

Sometimes

* Individuals with known violent backgrounds

* Fumes or airborne particles

* Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Frequently or Often

* Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

* Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

* Moving mechanical parts

* Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel  

Position will require the employee to travel:

Local

* Frequently or Often

Required

Education and Experience

* At least two (2) years of experience as a heavy equipment operator. Experience operating a street sweeper, or pot patcher, 18 wheel semi-tractor/trailer, or light equipment such as asphalt spreaders, sand/gravel distributor, or trailer mounted power washer is preferred.

Required Licenses or Certifications

* Valid Texas C.D.L. class A or B Driver License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at  two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and…