Heavy Equipment Operator II; B252795-7 Cemetery

Position: Heavy Equipment Operator II, (B252795-7), 205, Cemetery
Operates heavy equipment used for refuse disposal at the landfill such as: backhoe, bulldozer, loader, front end loader, scraper, grader, or trash compactor, etc. Responsibilities include rough excavation, spreading, compaction, covering and finishing to a prescribed fine grade.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND 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 heavy landfill equipment, such as: scrapers, wheel type or crawler tractors with a dozer blade, landfill blade or bucket attachment, compactors, roll-off refuse trucks, loaders, motor graders, and pneumatic tire scrapers.

* Conducts pre-operation inspections of equipment, identifies equipment problems and reports problems to Landfill Supervisor for repairs.

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

* May assist in performing unskilled or semi-skilled labor such as installing fences, directing traffic, trimming trees, shrubs, and all other duties as needed to maintain the city landfill.

* 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.

* Performs other related duties.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of

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

* Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures.

* Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations and safe operation of heavy equipment.

* Knowledge of and skill in operating various types of heavy equipment.

Abilities of

* Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established polices and procedures.

* Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.

* Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.

* Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.

* Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.

* Ability to maintain a valid Texas Commercial Driver License and a good driving record.

* Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.

* Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.

* Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

* Required to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.

* Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

* Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

* Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.
Occasional outside work.

* 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

Seldom

* Office or similar indoor environment

Sometimes

* Confined space

* Warehouse environment

Frequently

* Vehicles

Often

* Outdoor environment

* Street environment (near moving traffic)

* Construction site

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

* Individuals who are hostile or irate

* Individuals with known violent backgrounds

* Communicable diseases

Seldom

* Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

* Fumes or airborne particles

* Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Sometimes

* Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Frequently

* Moving mechanical parts

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

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

* National travel

* International travel

Seldom:

* Regional travel

Frequently

* Local travel

Required

Education and Experience

* At least three (3) years of experience as a heavy equipment operator.

Required Licenses or Certifications

* Valid Texas Driver License.  If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

* A valid Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A or B must be obtained within 12 months of employment for Public Works
* Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and/or license(s) within the specified period of…