Heavy Equipment Operator- Water​/Wastewater Maintenance

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR – WATER/WASTEWATER MAINTENANCE

Operates various types of heavy-duty equipment and performs diversified work of the Water/Wastewater Maintenance operations to include repairs, installation of sewer mains, water mains, service lines, and lift station maintenance.

• Operates heavy equipment such as a backhoe, or light or heavy trucks as required and instructed.
• Checks oil, water, fuel, tires, and hydraulic system and performs other routine inspections to ensure vehicle is in proper working condition.
• Provides assistance with and suggestions for increased safety during assigned projects.
• Loads, transports, and unloads necessary materials for assigned projects.
• Performs maintenance and installation of all equipment and materials associated with the Water/Wastewater maintenance and collection system.
• Operates all vehicles and equipment associated with the Water/Wastewater Maintenance department.
• Performs the duties of on call as required.
• Attends in‑house and out‑of‑house Water/Wastewater Maintenance education and training sessions.
• Assists the crews in the installation of water and sewer taps.
• Observes all safety rules and procedures.

• May perform Crew Leader duties in the absence of the Crew Leader.
• May build and install forms and pour concrete.
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

• Demonstrated Knowledge of Water/Wastewater Maintenance Operations and the maintenance and safe operation of the equipment used in the performance of Water/Wastewater Maintenance duties.
• Demonstrated Ability to lift and maneuver equipment and materials weighing up to 92 lbs.; must be able to enter and exit a 24 inch diameter manhole opening without difficulty; must be able to enter and exit a 24 inch wide ditch, maneuvering freely while operating necessary equipment; perform strenuous work in the outdoors under adverse weather conditions; and safely operate all equipment required under vibration, sudden movements, lateral shifts, impact from loads, uneven ground, hydraulic responses, and operator fatigue.
• Demonstrated Mental Ability to tolerate working in confined places for prolonged periods.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and some written instructions; work effectively and cooperatively with other employees and the general public; maintain appropriate necessary certifications; maintain Texas driver's license and good driving record; and must be able to lawfully report for emergency duty from residence within 20 minutes.
• May handle toxic and/or hazardous materials for work in areas where such materials may be stored.

High school graduation, or its equivalent, and three years' experience operating heavy equipment.

High School diploma/GED, Level II Collections from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and State of Texas Class B (commercial) driver's license with air brakes.

Starting Salary: $25.89/hour

Position will remain open until filled.

The City of Seguin is an Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE).

For compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description does not take into account potential reasonable accommodations.