Light Equipment Operator

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Under the general supervision of an assigned lead or Foreman. Operates a variety of light and heavy equipment in the maintenance, repairs, and construction of the City of Georgetown street, stormwater (drainage), and right-of-way infrastructure. Performs work in accordance with City standards and specifications

Applicants are encouraged to attach a resume.

• Operates and performs general maintenance on a variety of light and heavy equipment.
• Participate in the maintenance, repair, and construction of City infrastructure.
• Operates various trucks and equipment, including dump trucks, pickups, mowers, etc.
• Operates and maintains small tools, such as concrete finishing tools, sprayers containing herbicides, weed-eaters, saws, and other equipment.
• Trims, removes, and chips fallen and overgrown trees.
• Re-grades and cleans ditches, culverts, storm sewers, and ponds to reduce and minimize flooding.
• Sets forms for curbs and drain inlets.
• Performs concrete maintenance, including forming, setting rebar, pouring and finishing for curbs, streets, driveways, sidewalks, etc., in accordance with ADA standards and specifications.
• Participates in asphalt maintenance such as raking, rolling, grading, sanding, and patching potholes on streets and right of way.
• Conducts and documents safety inspections of vehicles and equipment, wear protective and safety gear as indicated for the work assignment.
• Prepares tools, materials, supplies and equipment necessary to complete work assignments.
• Participates in the setup and removal of Traffic Control as needed.
• Coordinates and assists other areas of Operations.
• Transport equipment to and from assigned worksites.
• Performs essential duties during emergencies.
• May serve as lead for assigned staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, training and Experience Guidelines

Six (6) months of full-time work experience performing work that is consistent with the essential functions for this classification or any combination of experience, education and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

• Maintenance and repair related to municipal infrastructure (streets, sidewalks, drainage).
• Occupational safety and health regulations, practices and procedures for assignment area.
• Basic understanding related to the construction of street & stormwater drainage infrastructure.
• Skills in operating light/heavy machinery and equipment.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Documenting work both electronically and in writing.
• Reading and understanding equipment manuals and safety hazard warnings on equipment and materials.
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions.
• Following occupational safety and health procedures.
• Solving construction and repair problems.

• Valid Class “C” Texas driver’s license required. Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three-year driving history.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid Class A CLP (Commercial Learners Permit), air brakes, and tanker endorsement within six (6) months of hire.

• Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, and use of foot controls.
• Temperature extremes from weather; dust; work near moving traffic, noise from street sweepers. Routine scheduled 24 hours on-call time is required on a rotating basis within the department.

Hiring Range: $18.36 - $23.00, hourly.

Regular-Full time

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us