Equipment Operator III

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Base pay range: $20.00/hr - $20.00/hr.

• Job Title:
  
  Equipment Operator III
• Department:
  Public Works & Transportation
• Division:
  Sewer Maintenance
• Salary: $38,987.00 Yearly
• Closing:
  Open until filled

Operates equipment used in the maintenance and repair of the City’s sanitary & combined sewer system. Although this position primarily operates the vacuum sewer cleaners and excavators, it may also include dump trucks, high loaders, skid steer loaders, backhoes, bucket trucks and snow removal equipment. Makes repairs to gravity sewer mains, gravity sewer manholes, catch basins; installs/replaces ADA ramps in conjunction with catch basin repair, cleans gravity sewer system using vac trucks and jet rodders, inspects sewers and manholes using a CCTV system, and tests sewers for leaks using smoke and/or dye testing tools.

Responds to snow and ice storms and other severe weather events. Some basic data entry for asset management purposes. Limited supervisory responsibilities. No budgetary responsibilities.

Integral to the position of Equipment Operator III is the responsibility for developing subordinates to their fullest potential by exercising appropriate degrees of coaching, training, guiding, evaluating, correcting and, if necessary, disciplining.

• Operates and maintains equipment including but not limited to dump truck, backhoe, high loader, bucket truck, vacuum sewer cleaner, jet rod truck, chain saw, and miscellaneous power tools.
• Transports tools and equipment to and from jobs.
• Shovels gravel, dirt, debris, and performs general labor tasks.
• Constructs concrete forms and assists with concrete finish work.
• Spreads salt and plows snow in winter.
• Cuts weeds and brush around sewer inlets.
• Removes mud and trash from sewer inlets.
• Required to be on call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Hauls dirt, rock and other material.
• Operates jack hammer.
• Sets up barricades.
• Locates utility lines as needed.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Trains new employees on safe and efficient operation of vehicles, machinery, and equipment.
• Acts as crew leader as needed.

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

• Skills in safe and efficient operation of equipment and machinery used in the construction and maintenance of sewer facilities.
• Knowledge of carpentry and concrete work required.
• Knowledge of general sewer maintenance and repair procedures required.
• Knowledge of proper shoring techniques required.
• Ability to give and follow instructions.
• MUST obtain valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment.
• Knowledge of proper barricading & traffic control procedures required.
• Required to be on call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Required to pass NIMS 100 & 700 testing within 90 days of employment.
• Knowledge of how to properly secure loads on trucks and trailers required.

Operates a variety of equipment, including but not limited to dump trucks, snowplows, jack hammers, backhoes, high loaders, chain saws and other tools directly related to the maintenance of sewers. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Work is performed under a variety of conditions ranging from confined spaces, large excavations, sewer odors, sanitary sewerage, vermin, extreme cold, heat, wind and wet. Must be able to stand for long periods and operate equipment with dexterity. Must have the ability to routinely lift objects weighing up to…