Special Heavy Motor Equipment Operator; -SHMEO-DPW

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Under the supervision of the classified or working foreman, perform skilled operator duties in support of departmental projects, involving considerable physical activity and use of specialized heavy equipment.

Drive and/or operate specialized vehicles and equipment (frequently involving multiple complex hydraulic controls), such as backlines, front-end loaders, sidewalk sweeper, vacuum truck, and comparable heavy equipment. Coordinate equipment operations with activities of assigned work crews and with local utility companies regarding projects involving digging near underground or overhead lines, cables, etc.

Check vehicle or equipment for proper operation before commencing assigned work project; report equipment malfunctions to supervisor when more substantial maintenance efforts are required. Perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment; report equipment malfunctions to supervisor when more substantial maintenance efforts are required. Perform all duties in conformance with established schedules and applicable safety rules and regulations.

May operate more basic level heavy equipment or perform manual labor as required in support of project assignments. Operation of special heavy equipment may also involve hoisting, though not as a regular activity. Perform other duties as assigned.

Duties require knowledge of specialized equipment and operation. Requires a 1 C hoisting license, 2B excavation license, and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

The City of Lawrence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS are provided to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please notify the Personnel Director at . The decision to grant reasonable accommodations will be made on a case-by-case basis.