Equipment Operator

Operate lawn mowers, front-deck mowers, tractors, weed eaters, edgers, chainsaws, and other landscaping and maintenance equipment

Operate tractors with attachments such as box blades, discs, and sprayers

Drive and operate City vehicles including pickup trucks, flatbed trucks, and bucket trucks

Perform daily inspections of equipment and vehicles, including checking fluid levels, belts, batteries, tires, and safety components

Clean, fuel, and perform routine maintenance on equipment, tools, and department shop areas

Maintain landscaped areas by cutting grass and weeds, trimming trees and shrubs, planting flowerbeds, and applying pest treatments

Perform maintenance work across City properties including parks, rights-of-way, City Hall, fire and police stations, library, recreation facilities, community centers, and golf facilities

Trim limbs, distribute materials along rights-of-way, and assist with street, drainage, and infrastructure-related work as needed

Perform manual labor including digging holes, moving dirt, lifting materials, and assisting with the installation, repair, or maintenance of infrastructure components such as pipe or signage

Follow all City safety rules, policies, and procedures and use required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Identify and report unsafe conditions, hazards, or equipment malfunctions to a supervisor

Provide operational support to other departments or work areas as assigned

Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner.

Maintains a highly professional attitude and demeanor at all times.

Provides responsible, appropriate, and satisfactory leadership within the City.

Communicates positively and professionally in all aspects of the position.

Attends all department meetings, City meetings, and professional development activities.

Becomes thoroughly familiar with all pertinent state and national policies and comply with said policies.

Complies with City wide and departmental policies, as well as state and federal laws.

Ensures the positive promotion of the City.

Is prompt and punctual in reporting for work, meetings, etc.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Ability to safely operate and maintain small to medium equipment and hand tools

Knowledge of landscaping materials, grounds maintenance practices, and general maintenance techniques

Knowledge of traffic regulations, safety rules, and accident prevention practices

Basic mechanical skills to perform routine inspections and maintenance on equipment

Ability to read and understand instruction manuals, work orders, and safety guidelines

Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Basic math and recordkeeping skills

Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain safe working practices