Heavy Equipment Operator; Street & Bridge Job San Angelo area,Texas USA,Transportation

Position: HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (STREET & BRIDGE)

Overview

Position will be open until filled.

We are currently seeking: A heavy equipment operator to join our team and, under general supervision, perform skilled work in the operation of a variety of motorized equipment and heavy equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

Responsibilities

Performing skilled and semi-skilled construction, maintenance and road repair work; assisting in resurfacing, oiling, patching, sweeping, grading and shaping roads; digging and filling holes; clearing and repairing roadway, shoulders and adjoining areas; installing, cleaning; clearing trash, brush, weeds and debris from roadways, grounds and facilities. Installing, repairing and maintaining sidewalks.

Operating a wide range of specialized vehicles and motorized equipment, including front-end loader, dump truck, bulldozer, grader, backhoe, tractor, street sweeper, oil distributor, spreader, scraper, roller, chipper, and water truck.

Inspecting, cleaning and performing routine maintenance work on trucks and heavy equipment; identifying and reporting mechanical problems requiring additional repair.

Operating power equipment and specialized trucks to transport trash, debris and biosolids.

Hauling materials and transporting vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks.

Loading and unloading materials using power equipment.

Completing required daily logs and reports.

Performing tasks in the interest of public safety and property protection during emergencies; performs traffic control activities as needed; reporting safety hazards and traffic problems.

Utilizing proper safety precautions in all work performed.

Hours:

Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm; on-call position and overtime is required.

Regular and timely attendance is required.

The above duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Requirements and Skills

Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.
Using specialized tools and heavy motorized equipment to perform maintenance and repair work.
Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
Making routine operating adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent; and three years' experience operating specialized vehicles and heavy equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications

A valid Texas Driver License with a good driving record is required. A Texas Commercial Driver License Class A is due within six months of the hire date (additional compensation available for CDL A of $300/month); specific technical skills training and certifications may be required.
Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Work is performed outdoors.
Requires constant physical efforts, and ability to lift and carry up to 113 pounds.

Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.

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