Wastewater Maintenance Worker​/Heavy Equipment Operator; H.e.o

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$17.25 per hour - GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES - Under general supervision, the Heavy Equipment Operator performs skilled work in the operation of heavy construction and maintenance equipment used in street construction, repair, and maintenance activities. This role is responsible for operating a variety of equipment and ensuring work is completed in a safe and efficient manner. Applies knowledge of wastewater systems, equipment and facilities to operate equipment and performs regular, recurring, and non-routine tasks for maintenance, repair and installation for the wastewater distribution maintenance section.

Duties include, but not limited to, the following:

• Operate City equipment units, such as backhoe, front-end loader, excavator and dump truck, and tools such as tapping machine, jackhammer, acetylene torch, chain saw, trash pump, ditch compactor, and air compressor, to perform any operation within the capacity of the equipment and as necessary to accomplish the job required. This includes loading and transporting equipment to the work site using truck and trailer as required.
• Employee installs and repairs wastewater lines and other related technical tasks. This includes, but is not limited to, excavating to grade; laying and aligning pipe; and using special tapping equipment, installing sewer taps, construction of catch basins and manholes, installing lateral wastewater lines, and installing manhole cover rings.
• As necessary, required to block off work area and re-route traffic with consideration for public safety and convenience.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and minor field repairs such as lubrication, checking fluid levels and replacing belts and other components as required.
• Perform work in accordance with all federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations and within mandated and appropriate safety standards.
• Maintain and promote excellent relations and communications with co-workers. This includes sharing the workload to maintain balance. This may include helping to train and orient new employees in acquiring skills in department policies and procedures, and department functions.
• Professionally respond to public inquiries using oral, written or computer correspondence in a courteous, efficient manner. When unable to resolve issue refer customers to Waste Water Supervisor.
• Perform all duties in accordance with all City of San Benito safety policies and other applicable state or federal regulations.
• Operates heavy equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders, graders, bulldozers, dump trucks, skid steers, and rollers.
• Performs maintenance and repair of streets, alleys, sidewalks, and drainage systems.
• Loads, hauls, and spread materials such as gravel, asphalt, and debris.
• Assists in patching potholes, paving streets, and applying seal coats.
• Performs manual labor tasks such as shoveling, raking, and clearing debris when not operating equipment.
• Inspects equipment before and after use; performs routine maintenance and reports mechanical issues.
• Follows traffic and safety regulations during operations; sets up traffic control and barricades when needed.
• Completes work orders and other documentation as required.
• Responds to emergency callouts for street blockages and/or repairs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Maintain regular and prompt attendance; physically present to work
• Performs after work hours as required, (nights and weekends)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience operating heavy equipment, preferably in street maintenance or construction.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A or B required.
• Must maintain an acceptable driving record.
• May be required to obtain additional certifications depending on job assignment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of construction and street repair methods and materials.
• Skill in operating and maintaining heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, safety guidelines, and equipment manuals.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as…