Construction and Maintenance Equipment Operation

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Position Overview:

The Seattle Department of Transportation's Maintenance Operations Division presents an exceptional opportunity to join a highly successful team of professionals whose mission is to deliver a safe, reliable, efficient, and socially equitable transportation system that enhances Seattle's environment and economic vitality.

Maintenance Operations Division is seeking a qualified Construction & Maintenance Equipment Operator with asphalt experience.

The position excavates, installs, maintains, and repairs City facilities and roadways while operating specific types of motorized construction and maintenance equipment and allied attachments. In addition, execute specific instructions and take complete responsibility for the safe operation of heavy construction and maintenance equipment.

The position requires application of appropriate guidelines, such as the operating procedures, to the specific equipment used. Knowledge of the operation of construction and maintenance equipment is required, as well as, the ability to operate motorized construction and maintenance equipment and their accessories, and heavy trucks for transporting construction and maintenance equipment.

Typical contacts include engineering personnel and employees from Seattle Public Utilities, City Light, Water, Parks, and Fire Departments to discuss jobs, job sites, and utility locations. This position reports to the Street Paving Crew Chief.

Work Hours/Days/Shift:  Monday - Friday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm.
• The work requires practical knowledge of all aspects of asphalt in street construction and repair.

* Operate backhoe in Right-of-Way (ROW) on street Paving as well as restoration type of work.

* Operates rollers for Major Asphalt Paving 1 ton and a 3 ton, as well as an 8 to steel wheel ,8 ton rubber tire with knowledge of rolling patterns.

* Operate front end loaders to move materials, equipment, and supplies as well as load dump trucks.

* Operate mobile sweepers on our grinding pavement projects.

* Maintains, troubleshoots, and cleans equipment. Checks oil, water, and tire pressure. Washes windows and washes off dirt and grease. Inspect job assignments for overhead obstructions and hazardous conditions.

* Drive trucks and truck/trailer combinations to and from job sites, or to move materials, equipment, and supplies.

* Ensures that safety measures are observed when loading and unloading material.

* May be required to act in a lead capacity at job sites where all other activities are secondary to equipment operation.

* Required to be a working member of the team.

* Document daily activities, inspections, and accomplishments.

* Support department goals in promoting race, diversity, and social justice.

These responsibilities are only a summary of typical functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

One-year experience in heavy equipment operation with maintenance or completion of a recognized course in construction and maintenance equipment operation, including practical operating experience and instruction in mechanical principles and general construction and maintenance procedures.

OR:
An equivalent combination of education and experience that…