Equipment Operator, Stormwater-Part

Position: Equipment Operator, Stormwater-Part Year
GENERAL

PURPOSE:

Performs the duties of an Equipment Operator for the Storm Water/Maintenance Division in the Public Works Department. Work hours are 10 hours per day four days per week, Monday through Thursday.

This position is a part year, 10 month max working 40 hours per week with Medical coverage option only.

The hourly range for this position is $25.42- $34.32 per hour with a hiring range of $25.42 - $29.87, depending on qualifications and experience

Position will remain open until filled.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

* Responsible for the cleaning, maintenance, and minor repairs of the City's stormwater infrastructure, including storm sewers, inlets/catch basins, manholes, channels, swales, permanent stormwater quality treatment measures (best management practices/BMPs), and other associated infrastructure .

* Operate most heavy and/or specialized equipment such as: backhoe, front-end loader, tractor with various attachments, flusher truck, forklift, tandem axle dump truck, dump truck with snow plow and spreader, sanders, deicer/anti-icing applicators, street sweepers, skid steer, tractor truck and trailer, end dump, tandem axle roll-off truck, vacuum/jet truck, camera inspection van, commercial mowers, welding equipment, etc.

* Operate heavy equipment on a limited basis.

* Drive pickup truck to deliver personnel, equipment, and materials, to work sites.

* Respond to emergency situations such as flooding, adverse weather events, non-hazardous waste spills, removal of street hazards, etc.

* Weigh risks and makes field decisions as appropriate under the general direction of the Crew Supervisor.

* Participate in annual flood response and snow removal training.

* Recognize and report abnormally operating equipment.

* Performs routine maintenance on assigned vehicles and construction equipment.

* Perform thorough pre- and post-trip DOT inspections and documents findings.

OTHER

JOB FUNCTIONS:

* Performs general labor as needed.

* Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Required Experience:

* High School graduate or GED.

Preferred Experience:

* Experience operating a tandem axle dump truck, snowplow, backhoe, skid steer, street sweeper, and/or other construction related equipment is highly desirable.

* Previous experience constructing or maintaining stormwater infrastructure (i.e., storm sewer, inlets, manholes, channels) or roadways is highly desirable.

* Experience with stormwater, water/wastewater, or roadway construction, maintenance, and repair.

* Welding and/or mechanical experience is desirable.

Certifications:

* Must possess a valid Class B commercial drivers license (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsement.

* Flagging and Traffic Control Certificates highly desired.

* Confined Space Entry training and/or certification desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Knowledge of the equipment, materials, and techniques used in typical stormwater infrastructure inspection, maintenance, construction, and cleaning; pipe jetting; street sweeping; and snow and ice control.

* Must be skilled in the operation of light to medium duty equipment needed to construct, repair, and maintain stormwater infrastructure and sweep streets. Must possess knowledge of snow and ice control techniques and have the ability to operate snowplows with anti-icing/deicing equipment.

* Must work safely, lead by example, and adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.

* Good record keeping skills are necessary as well as basic computer skills, including the ability to use project and asset management software. Training will be provided as needed.

* Must be able to occasionally work odd hours, weekends, holidays, and overtime, particularly during snow season and during flooding events. Must serve as the on-call 24/7 responder on a rotating basis with other Storwmwater equipment operators (for after hours, weekend, and holiday emergency duty). Flexibility and ability to reach the Public Works Administration Building within 30 minutes during adverse weather is required.

* Construction knowledge and experience with stormwater infrastructure installation (i.e., storm sewer, inlets, manholes), concrete flatwork installation, hot mix asphalt, cold mix asphalt, road base, trench excavation, backfill and compaction, construction dewatering, etc. preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Frequent:
Strenuous to extreme physical effort that includes frequent use of heavy objects (e.g., 50+ pounds) and may also use heavy tools or require strenuous application in awkward positions.

Working Environment

Occasional:
Exposure to marginal to moderate conditions that are unpredictable and may lead to injury.

Frequent:
Exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.

Additional Working Demands/

Conditions:

This position is considered essential personnel required to report for duty in response to community emergencies (e.g. natural disaster, fire, flood, blizzard, etc.).

Additional Screening Information

This position requires a CDL.…