Equipment Operator III (Utilities)

• THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEES ONLY*
  
  

The purpose of this position is to operate and supervise the use of medium to heavy equipment used to excavate, load, transfer, or move dirt, gravel, or other materials in the maintenance of the City infrastructure and other public properties.

May provide emergency response to Public Works' issues after hours which may include but is not limited to all street problems, potholes, trees down, signals, signs, water and sewer issues.Â

Maintains City infrastructure by operating a variety of medium to heavy equipment to and from work locations, construction sites, etc; performs minor maintenance and service checks on equipment; and transports tools and equipment to and from work sites.

Performs semi-skilled labor work to various maintenance and construction activities.

Sets up work zones as appropriate and insures safety procedures and proper use of safety equipment at all times.

Supports special events.

Performs crew leader responsibilities as needed.

Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature that may be obtained with six-months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency.

2 years' experience operating equipment required. 3 years' experience preferred.

Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a criminal background check, must pass a DOT-regulated drug/alcohol test, a motor vehicle review and successfully complete the FMCSA Clearinghouse background Check.

Work requires functioning as a lead worker performing essentially the same work as those directed, and includes overseeing work quality, training, instructing, and scheduling work.

Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contacts may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.

This position normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results. There is some opportunity for discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. The assignment is usually reviewed upon completion.

Work requires a comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization.

Intermediate ability to read papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, dictionaries, thesauruses, and encyclopedias and ability to deal with a system of real numbers; and practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Basic ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.

Ability to learn geography of City including major streets and landmarks.Â

Special Requirements

Ability and willingness to work flexible hours and weekends and holidays as needed. Subject to "stand-by" duty.

This position is classified as a DOT position and is subject to drug and alcohol testing, ongoing driver record checks, and is subject to all U.S. DOT regulations during the course of employment. Â

Licenses and Certificates

Valid class "B" commercial driver's license with no air break restriction. Must have a good driving record and ability to maintain while employed. Must obtain tanker endorsement within 6 months of employment.Â

Work Environment

Work involves extreme exposure to disagreeable elements, and extreme weather conditions. Involves continuous outdoor work with frequent exposure to poor weather conditions. Physical demands include frequent lifting of heavy objects weighing 50 lbs. Continuous physical exertion, requiring heavy muscular effort with resulting fatigue of arms, back, or sensory facilities. Sufficient physical stamina to walk a majority of the workday. Extensive bending, stooping, and climbing.Â