Equipment Operator III- Street Transportation Department

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Phoenix is the 5th largest city in the country, serving as Arizona's center of government, commerce, and culture. It is emerging in the new economy with strength in high technology, manufacturing, bioscience research and advanced business services. Phoenix is a young, progressive city, brimming with sports and cultural attractions, distinctive restaurants, fascinating museums, diverse residential options, and endless outdoor opportunities.

The Street Maintenance Division, the largest in the Street Transportation Department, is dedicated to maintaining nearly 5,000 miles of public roadways and other assets within the right-of-way, ensuring a high quality of life for Phoenix residents. Our comprehensive services include asphalt and pothole repair, street resurfacing, and debris removal to keep our streets safe and accessible.

The Street Maintenance Division is seeking to fill multiple vacancies for the position of Equipment Operator III. These critical positions require considerable skill in operating heavy motorized equipment and constant attention to safety. The position is responsible for safely and efficiently operating 10-yard dump trucks, vactors, water trucks, tractor mowers and other equipment. When not assigned to equipment, Equipment Operators may be assigned to work other job assignments below their classification.

Applicants who successfully apply will receive an invitation to participate in the demonstration exam. The demonstration exam will include performing a 7-Step Air Brake Test, the Pre-Trip and Post Trip Inspection, and demonstrating, as well as verbalizing, proper 10-yd dump truck operations during the demonstration driving course.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Knowledge of:

* Hydraulically operated equipment.

* Traffic barricade set-up and take down and working within a lane closure.

SALARY

Pay Range: $23.74 to $35.08 per hour.

Hiring Range: $23.74 to $30.31 per hour.

Pay Range Explanation:

* Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.

* Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

Internal Only:
Please understand that this is pay grade 143. If selected, your salary offer will be based on the applicable promotion or demotion worksheet in accordance with the City Pay Ordinance.

* Promotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade increase.

* Demotions occur when the last two digits of the pay grade decrease.

* Lateral transfers occur when there is no change to the last two digits of the pay grade.

* When there is a change in the first digit of the pay grade, there may also be a change to your classification or unit.

Your job classification can be found in eCHRIS  Personal Details under your name, located in the top left section of the page.

The pay grade and classification/unit of your current position may be found by looking up your job title on the job description page.

BENEFITS

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

* Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions,  for more details:
Pension Information

* 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions

* Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans

* Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan

* Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually

* Dental, vision, and life insurance options

* Employer paid long-term disability

* Free Bus/light rail pass

* Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year

* Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days

* Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period

* Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

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Unit 001 Benefits

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

* (1) Completion of a departmental training course for the same or related type of equipment used by Equipment Operators III in the specific division

* OR (2) be qualified for "out-of-class" pay as an Equipment Operator III

* OR (3) log 120 hours on the same or related type of equipment used by Equipment Operators III in the specific division

* OR (4) have a minimum of two years of experience operating commercial equipment over two tons, on the same or related type of equipment used by Equipment Operators III in the specific division.

* Possess a Class A Commercial Driver License with a Tanker (N) endorsement at time of application.

* Required to pass an Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) medical examination and possess a class A Commercial Driver License with a Tanker (N) endorsement at time of hire.

* As a condition of continued employment, employees in CDL positions will be subject to unannounced alcohol and drug testing, as required by law.

* Other…