What are the responsibilities and job description for the LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - STREETS MAINTENANCE position at City of Las Cruces, NM?
Light Equipment Operator - Streets Maintenance
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Light Equipment Operator - Streets Maintenance
Salary
18.77 Hourly
Location
Las Cruces, NM
Job Type
Full-time Regular
Job Number
K010 02-24 LL
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
02 / 12 / 2024
Closing Date
Continuous
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Nature of Work
Operates various light motorized equipment and vehicles as part of the City's streets maintenance program.
Environmental Factors
Position functions outside with exposure to all traffic and weather conditions; frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals and contaminants, dust, fumes, noise, and vibration of electrical / mechanical equipment. Safety equipment is available and required to include safety shoes and ear protection.
Physical Factors
Position requires heavy physical work; frequent standing, ability to lift and carry items up to one-hundred (100) pounds; bending, stooping, climbing, crouching, kneeling, squatting and reaching above shoulder level; visual acuity sufficient to perform essential job functions.
Work Situation Factors
Position requires occasional work beyond normal business hours, extended hours, nights and weekends. May also involve emergency situations, work on holidays, weekends, nights, and standby status. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies.
FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.
Full-time, regular; non-exempt; union-represented position.
The initial review will take place on February 26, 2024, and then periodically thereafter.
This position is graded as a BC09.
Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
No specific educational requirement. Two (2) years of experience operating light construction equipment. Position may also require : Experience operating light equipment used in concrete construction and concrete finishing; some experience in a lead worker position. Position may prefer : Experience in drains and storm water mainline maintenance. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.
Valid Class B commercial driver's license is required. Tanker endorsement certification must be obtained within three months of hire. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policies.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of : principles, practices, techniques, and procedures used to effectively perform light equipment operation and related work, general maintenance, and upkeep of grounds and facilities; safe and effective use of related chemicals, supplies, materials, tools, and equipment; related occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, environmental and safety regulations, procedures, and practices; principles, techniques, and practices of effective and respectful customer service; principles of record keeping and records management; business and personal computers and related software applications; City organization, operations, policies and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position.
Ability to : perform a variety of duties and responsibilities timely and with accuracy to meet deadlines and to ensure achievement of goals and objectives; adhere to all applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the function of the position and department; use appropriate safety equipment and follow safety procedures; safely operate associated tools, equipment, and motor vehicles; detect needed repairs and make necessary operational adjustments on equipment; navigate across even and uneven surfaces; follow established procedures, and oral and written instructions; read, understand, and comply with a variety of specifications, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations governing related activities and functions; use sound judgment in decision-making with routine operations; communicate appropriately and effectively orally and in writing; use a two-way communication device; compile applicable information, maintain accurate records, review documents, and extract relevant information; establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees and the public; use initiative and independent judgment within existing procedural guidelines to successfully meet established goals and objectives.
Skills in : efficient and effective use of related vehicles, equipment, tools, and techniques required to successfully perform the functions of the position; maintaining complete and accurate records; performing related reading, writing, and mathematical calculations; using independent judgment and personal initiative; operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, priorities, and demands.
To view a summary of benefits offered by the City of Las Cruces,
Click here (http : / / www.las-cruces.org / 207 / Employee-Benefits)
Are you a current City of Las Cruces employee? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.)
Position requires at least two years of experience operating light construction equipment. Do you meet this minimum requirement? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.)
Please list the type of light equipment you have experience operating. (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of the application, you may be disqualified from the selection process.)
Position requires a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Do you meet this minimum requirement?
Please indicate your driver's license information : Type of license, license number, expiration date, any restrictions and endorsements, and the state that issued the license.
This position requires that you obtain a tanker endorsement within three (3) months of hire, are you able to meet this requirement?
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Agency
City of Las Cruces
Address
P.O. Box 20000Las Cruces, New Mexico, 88004
Phone
575-528-3100575-528-3100
Website
http : / / www.lascruces.gov
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