Equipment Operator II - Streets

Salary: $20.00/hr.

To perform a variety of skilled tasks in the operation of equipment for various maintenance activities and operations; and to participate in a wide variety of maintenance and construction work.

General supervision is provided by a Street Supervisor. May direct the work of Equipment Operator I and Maintenance Workers.

• All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Operate a variety of equipment including trucks, backhoes, air compressors, hydro- and jackhammers, concrete saws, rollers, bulldozers, loaders, mud-jack, skid steer loaders and other similar equipment and machinery in conducting maintenance and construction work. Drive as assigned by Supervisor.
• Inspect and restore equipment fluid levels including oil, fuel, water and transmission fluid; verify operational gauges and tires; lubricate equipment as needed; service and adjust as necessary.
• Assist with preparing grades and elevations for project construction; participate in finishing project site concrete.
• Assist with identifying equipment needs for each assigned site; ensure proper materials and tools are available to the project staff when they are needed.
• Maintain and repair a variety of concrete and asphalt materials including City streets, alleys, and utility piping as assigned.
• Collect and complete daily schedules; report all daily work to appropriate supervisor. May assist in the timely, accurate and thorough Performance Reviews for supervised employees.

• Provide support to assist division staff in the completion of their duties and responsibilities; provide functional and technical direction as needed.
• May participate in a variety of activities involving travel between various City facilities and to other related external business and government agencies which may include site preparations and evaluations.
• Assist with preparation of concrete base including setting wood forms and positioning steel; pour concrete; remove wooden forms; clean site.
• May assist with the preparation of sanding materials for roads under freezing and snowy conditions.
• Barricade high water areas as requested; may direct traffic detours as needed; assist with cleaning streets and drainage areas following severe weather conditions including high water.
• Measure a variety of concrete and asphalt areas including cuts, depths and curb lines.
• May inspect pipes as necessary.
• May respond to emergency situations as requested including hazardous and severe weather conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

One (1) year operating jackhammers, concrete saws, rollers, bulldozers, loaders, mud-jack, backhoes and similar equipment used in maintenance and construction work.

Possession of a valid driver's license.

Possession of a valid Class A Texas driver's license or obtain a Class A commercial driver's license within 90 days of employment as a condition of continued employment. Failure to obtain a Class A driver's license within 90 days of employment will result in non-disciplinary termination.

• Monday - Friday - 6:30 am - 3:00 pm, with required overtime and on call-duty as needed.