What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator III - Water Distribution position at City of Casper, WY?
Class Summary
Incumbents are responsible for performing all the skilled duties of an Equipment Operator II; performing advanced and complex driving/operating of light to heavy equipment; advanced fieldwork/worksite management and decision making; leading and/or training lower level staff.
REPORTING STRUCTURE:
Receives general supervision from higher level supervisory and management staff in assigned division.
This position is driving essential (see driving requirements below).
Typical Class Essential Duties
1. Performs advanced and complex driving and operation of heavy equipment, with greater independence, including backhoes, bulldozers, motor graders, compactors, scrapers, excavators and front-end loaders for a variety of construction and maintenance operations involving streets, drainage systems, sidewalks, water and sewer systems, or landfill operations.
2. Performs basic trouble shooting techniques and minor repairs on equipment; reports the need for major repairs; checks and adjusts fluid levels; greases and lubricates parts as required; cleans and cares for tools and equipment.
3. Identifies equipment needs for each assigned project; monitors and maintains materials, supplies, and equipment and requisition replacement items.
4. Leads and trains less experienced staff.
5. Repairs, maintains, and installs water mains, water services, and sewer mains; conducts scheduled water distribution booster station and water storage tank visits to perform a wide variety of operation and maintenance duties (when assigned to the Water Distribution Division).
6. Periodically serves standby duty and/or must respond after hours and on weekends to emergencies.
7. Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.
8. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Knowledge (position requirements at entry): Knowledge of:
- Operation and maintenance requirements of trucks and heavy construction and power-driven equipment.
- Principles of pumps, valves, motors, and water storage tanks (when applicable).
- Water distribution and wastewater collection regulatory rules and regulations (when applicable).
- Solid and Hazardous Waste laws, rules, and regulations (when applicable).
- Practices, methods, and materials used in construction, maintenance, and sanitation work.
- Practices, methods, and materials used in the installation and repair of water distribution or sewer collection systems or in landfill operations.
- Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in truck and heavy equipment operations.
- Geography and street systems in the City.
- Applicable tools and equipment utilized in roadway maintenance.
- Inventory maintenance principles.
- Safe work practices.
Abilities (position requirements at entry): Ability to:
- Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values.
- Follow all City safety rules and procedures and immediately report all accidents/incidents or unsafe conditions to a supervisor.
- Operate a variety of complex heavy power-driven equipment.
- Attach auxiliary pieces of equipment to power-driven equipment.
- Perform a variety of highly skilled construction and maintenance tasks.
- Work independently in the absence of supervision.
- Recognize operating deficiencies and make minor operating adjustments independently.
- Monitor and remain in compliance with preventive maintenance and servicing programs.
- Train assigned staff.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Follow written and verbal instructions and direction.
- Be on-call and respond to call-outs after hours, weekend and holidays within the designated response time per division.
- Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Perform manual labor.
- Use and care for applicable tools and equipment.
Skills (position requirements at entry): Skill in:
- Operating in a courteous, knowledgeable and tactful manner with staff and general public.
- Oral and written communication, sufficient to exchange or convey effective information and to receive work direction.
- Training employees on proper work methods.
- Reading and interpreting water and sewer GIS maps, engineering plans, blueprints, schematics and/or other technical drawings.
Training, Experience & Certifications
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- A minimum of four years of experience performing maintenance work involving the operation of light to heavy equipment.
LICENSING and CERTIFICATIONS: Licensing Requirements:
When assigned to Water Distribution
- Possession of a valid Wyoming Class A Commercial Driver’s License with applicable endorsements.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year of hire, a Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality Water Distribution Operator Level II certification.
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Working at the City of Casper
The City of Casper offers a variety of benefits to full-time employees. For more information on any of our benefits, please call Human Resources at (307) 235-8344.
Benefit Programs: Look at these amazing benefits!
- CIGNA Health
- Delta Dental
- VSP Vision
- Medical Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending
- MASA Supplementary Ambulance Care
- Voya Supplementary Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness Plans
- Short-term and Long-term Disability Options
- Life Insurance
- 457/IRA Retirement Options
- Employees Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Free Counseling Services
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Shield/ID Shield
- Ten Paid Holidays Annually
- Wyoming Retirement System - Retirement Income for life. Employer match exceeds employee contribution.
- Public Employee Pension Plan:
- Employer 9.37% Employee 9.25%
- Law Enforcement Pension Plan
- Employer 10.6% Employee 6.6%
- Paid Fire B Pension Plan
- Employer 16.00% Employee 11.245%
- Public Employee Pension Plan:
Tuition Reimbursement: Reimbursement % is based on grade level received. Includes books and some fees.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): The City of Casper may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Visit https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ to learn more and understand whether you may be eligible.
Cordico - Mobile Wellness Ap: On-demand access to relevant trusted and effective wellness resources.
Employee Assistance Program: Free counseling available to employees and their immediate family members.
Ergonomic Assessments: Review of your workstation and recommendations made by our Risk Management team to ensure a safe and comfortable work environment.
Additional Benefits and Annual Fun Events:
Service Awards Luncheon - To recognize and celebrate years of service, employees who reach a 5-year milestone with the City are invited to an annual luncheon. This event includes catered food, awards, and great door prizes.
Annual Employee Golf Tournament - Swing into Fun: Join us for our annual employee golf tournament. This event is typically in late Summer at our Municipal Golf Course and offers food and door prizes. Open to current employees, retirees, and family members.
Employee Holiday Breakfast – Indulge in a delicious hearty breakfast and enjoy the company of the great employees at the City of Casper. We invite all employees to kick off the holiday season with our Annual Holiday Breakfast.
Chili Skate Night – Lace up your skates! Get ready to glide and slide at our Employee Chili Skate Night at the Casper Ice Arena. Employees and their families are invited to join us for an evening of icy fun and delicious chili.
Wellness Programs – Drawings for cash prizes for participants. Free access to the Casper Recreation Center for qualifying employees.
Leadership and Employee Development – We believe in nurturing talent, empowering individuals, and cultivating a culture of growth and success. Human Resources provides employee training and mentoring opportunities to foster leadership and employee development within our organization.
