What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator (Unpaved Alleys) position at City of Lubbock, TX?
Summary
Operates and services the heavier types of construction equipment such as backhoe (less than 5 feet), mower, dump truck, front end loader, skid steer, salt spreaders and other construction equipment of comparable size and complexity.
Essential Functions
- Operate backhoe (less than 5 feet), mower, dump truck, front end loader, skid steer, salt spreaders and other construction equipment of comparable size and complexity.
- Maintain and service equipment and trucks;
- Operate mechanical attachments and equipment on vehicles;
- Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned;
- Perform related duties as directed.
Qualifications
Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with a preference of experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:
Valid TX Driver License
Commercial Driver License (CDL) within one year of hire
Physical Exam Required
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in construction or maintenance activities.
- Operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely to assist in maintenance of streets, alleyways and maintain other city right of way;
- Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment;
- Make field repairs;
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Assist during times of inclement weather running snow equipment during Emergency Operations
- Ability to be on call after the hours on a rotational basis.
- Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds;
- Walk and stand during a shift;
- Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, poles and inclined surfaces;
- Continuously push and pull objects;
- Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
- Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
- Reach above, at or below shoulder height;
- Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate motorized vehicles and machinery.
