Asphalt Equipment Operator II; underfill

Asphalt Equipment Operator II (May Underfill)

Under the direction of a Maintenance Supervisor, Maintenance Assistant, or Senior Equipment Operator, incumbent operates a wide variety of light-to-medium sized equipment used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of city streets.

Position Salary Range:

Asphalt Equipment Operator I: $ 20.35 - $26.81

Asphalt Equipment Operator II: $ 22.94 - $30.21

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

IMPORTANT:
Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works under close supervision performing maintenance, repair and construction duties as part of a crew (e.g., road surface preparation, pot-hole repair, dig outs, asphalt tie-ins, skin and deep patching, crack sealing, grading, fog sealing, slurry sealing, chip sealing, planning, reclaiming and overlay.
• Receives training while working under close supervision in operation of low to medium complexity construction equipment such as:
• Low Complexity ‑ 3/4‑ton pickup, compressor and jackhammer, plate compactor, hand tools, power tools, etc.
• Medium Complexity ‑ trailers, rollers, ten wheelers, tank trailer, bobtail, backhoe, loader, rollers, snowplows, etc.
• Is responsible to transport signs and barricade equipment to and from job sites. Required to "set up" individual sites in accordance with State and City traffic control regulations.
• Notifies area residents and/or businesses of upcoming construction schedule and provides them with information regarding the re-routing of traffic and the relocation of their personal vehicles. Coordinates with immediate supervisor to remove and relocate any vehicles which may be obstructing the work site.
• Loads, transports and unloads equipment, tools, asphalt, aggregate, and related materials and supplies.
• Evaluates and documents the operating condition of and performs routine maintenance on assigned equipment prior to its use. May "troubleshoot" and makes minor repairs in the yard or at the job site.
• Performs snow removal duties for an assigned district in accordance with the City's Snow Removal Program.
• Completes routine forms, i.e., and equipment logbooks, check sheets, asphalt and oil tickets, repair tickets, etc.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years' related work experience including equipment operation in general labor, construction, or related field or the successful completion of the division's Asphalt Equipment Operator training program plus 6 months of experience.
• Knowledge of generally accepted procedures and materials used in the field of asphalt maintenance and construction.
• Knowledge of routine preventative maintenance required for the equipment which will be operated and the ability to detect the need for and to make minor repairs and adjustments.
• Possession of Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a Tanker endorsement or a Class B CDL with the ability to obtain a Class A with the endorsement within 3 months of starting the position.
• Possession of Flagger Certification or the ability to obtain within one month of hire.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work and relate well with co-workers, supervisors and the general public in varying circumstances.
• Ability to operate electronic input devices.

Working Conditions:

• Moderate to heavy physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium heavy weights (31 to 75 lbs.)
• Difficult working positions. Ability to stand, walk, or sit in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time.
• Constant exposure to disagreeable elements such as extreme heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dust, airborne particles and grease. Also, exposure to vehicular traffic while working in the public…