Salary : $23.39 - $25.73 Hourly
Location : West Fargo Public Works
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : PW001
Department : Public Works
Opening Date : 09 / 25 / 2024
Description
Under general supervision, the Equipment Operator utilizes and operates a variety of tools and material-moving equipment used in the maintenance and repair of streets, water and sewer lines, collection and transportation of solid waste, Inert landfill, transfer station and other utility facilities and services.
DIVISIONS WITH CURRENT OPENINGS :
DIVISIONS WITH OPENINGS LATER IN 2025, PLEASE APPLY TO BE CONSIDERED :
SANITATIONDIVISIONS WITH NO CURRENT OPENINGS , YOU MAY APPLY FOR FUTURE CONSIDERATION :
SEWERSTREET RIGHT OF WAYWATERExamples Of Duties
Utilizes and operates a variety of tools and material-moving equipment used in the maintenance and repair of City utilities and services, requiring hand and eye coordination to operate levers, joysticks, pedals, etc.Follows engineered drawings and observes survey stakes when excavating areas in order to make proper cuts and fills and stay within identified work zones.
Uses operating skills, learned safe practices and awareness of the area surrounding the unit of equipment to avoid injury or damage to persons or property.
Uses spotters, flaggers or helpers as needed to maintain a safe working environment.?
Inspects equipment prior and after use in order to identify needed maintenance or repairs, and reports repair needs to appropriate personnel for scheduling repairs.
Ensures that equipment is properly fueled and lubricants are at appropriate levels and tires are properly inflated.
Observes and listens to equipment during use to identify malfunctions or parts in need of replacement and shuts down equipment when necessary to prevent further equipment damage or when continued operation creates a safety risk.
Washes equipment regularly and cleans the operator area.
Assists Equipment Technicians with major repairs as assigned.
Performs daily pre-trip inspections
Works safely, follows safe work practices, and identifies and reports unsafe work conditions.
Performs other duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.Valid and unprohibited Class B Commercial Driver's License with tanker and air brake endorsements within six months of hire; must maintain.We will provide Class B CDL training to you at no cost beyond the minimal DMV testing & licensing fees.
You must be eligible to obtain a CDL in your state of residence ( i.e. not disqualified due to driver's license suspension, revocation, or other reason)Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with peers, superiors, other City departments, vendors, contractors, external government agencies and organizations.Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.Supplemental Information
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous related experience.Knowledge of SCADA and Cartegraph systems.SPECIAL ASSIGNMENT ADDITIONAL DUTIES & QUALIFICATIONS
Meter Technician - Special Assignment
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs all essential duties and responsibilities of the Equipment Operator.Installs water meters in new construction; repairs water meters; takes water, lead, and copper samples for testing.Reads water meters, performs water turn on / off for non-payment, locates stop boxes, works on frozen water lines, converts meters, and performs service calls.ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Must obtain Wastewater Collections I certification within 18 months of start date.Must obtain Water Distribution I certification within 18 months of start date.Water Department Operator - Special Assignment
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs water meter repairs and replacements.Performs state and federal mandated water testing and reporting.Performs water curb stop repairs or replacement.Performs repairs to water service lines.Performs repairs to water main leaks.Performs repairs or replacement to water main fittings / valves.Operates and repair fire hydrants.Replace fire hydrants and valves.Thaw frozen hydrants and water services.Operates and maintain water towers.Performs the basic functions of our SCADA system.Performs snow removal operations.ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to operate fifty percent of equipment, including truck / plow / sander / briner, vactor, loader / bucket / plow, motor grader, tool cat, bobcat with attachments, generators, brine blender, pumps, hydrants, mini excavator, loader / backhoe with attachments, boat, and air compressor.Must obtain Wastewater Collections I certification within 18 months of start date.Must obtain Water Distribution I certification within 18 months of start date.Street or Street Right-of-Way Department Operator - Special Assignment
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs street paving and maintenance operations.Performs pothole repairs.Performs curb and gutter repairs.Performs basic concrete flat work.Performs sidewalk repairs.Performs Dura Patch repairs to roadways.Performs crack sealing repairs on roadways.Performs storm sewer catch basin repairs.Repair and install street signage.Performs gravel road maintenance.Performs mowing operations.Performs snow removal operations.ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to operate fifty percent of equipment, including truck / plow / sander / briner, vactor, loader / bucket / plow, motor grader, street sweeper, tool cat, bobcat and attachments, zero turn mower, dura-patcher, generators, brine blender, and air compressor.Must obtain Wastewater Collections I certification within 18 months of start date.Must obtain Water Distribution I certification within 18 months of start date.Storm Sewer Department Operator - Special Assignment
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs daily inspections on storm sewer collection system and ponds.Performs state and federal mandated storm water testing and reporting.Performs sludge removal and decommissioning of lagoon system.Performs repairs to storm sewer collection piping.Performs repairs to storm sewer force main leaks.Performs repairs or replacement to storm sewer main piping, fittings and valves.Operates and repair of storm sewer lift stations.Performs replacement or repairs to storm sewer manholes.Operates televise equipment and vactor truck to maintain storm sewer mains.Performs investigations and repairs to sink holes.Performs the basic functions of our SCADA system.Performs snow removal operations.ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to operate fifty percent of equipment, including truck / plow / sander / briner, vactor, loader / bucket / plow, motor grader, tool cat, bobcat and attachments, generators, brine blender, pumps, mini excavator, loader / backhoe with breaker attachments, boat, air compressor, lift stations, push camera, sewer main camera, and dozerMust obtain Wastewater Collections I certification within 18 months of start date.Must obtain Water Distribution I certification within 18 months of start date.Sanitary Sewer Department Operator - Special Assignment
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs daily inspections on waste water system.Performs state and federal mandated sewage testing and reporting.Performs inspections and resolve Fog issues.Performs repairs to sewer service wyes.?Performs repairs to sewer force main leaks.Performs repairs or replacements to sewer main pipe, fittings and valves.Operates and repair of sanitary lift stations.Performs replacements or repairs sewer manholes.Operates televise equipment and vactor truck to maintain sewer mains.Performs application of I and I prevention products.Performs the basic functions of our SCADA system.Performs snow removal operations.ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to operate fifty percent of equipment, including : truck / plow / sander / briner, vactor, loader / bucket / plow, motor grader, tool cat, bobcat and attachments, generators, brine blender, pumps, mini excavator, loader / backhoe with breaker attachments, boat, air compressor, lift stations, and push cameraMust obtain Wastewater Collections I certification within 18 months of start date. ??Must obtain Water Distribution I certification within 18 months of start date.?Sanitation Department Operator - Special Assignment
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Collects commercial and residential curbside or dumpster refuse; follows daily routes and schedules.Maintains and empties roll offs at compost collection sites on daily basis.Performs curbside solid waste collection.Collects tree trimming curbside.Answers customer questions while working at the Transfer Station.Operates roll-off trucks, empties commercial roll off customers.Operates the grapple truck for branch pick-up.Staffs the Transfer station; assists the public or commercial customers in disposing of refuse; off-loads haulers; prepares roll-offs for transportation to the Inert Landfill.Performs pre-route vehicle maintenance checks.Operates motorized vehicles and powered equipment.Performs maintenance checks on trucks; checks fluids, changes tires, etc.Performs various minor shop duties.Retirement : Defined Contribution Plan or NDPERS Pension if eligibleHigh Deductible Health InsuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) with City Contribution MatchDental InsuranceVision InsuranceFlexible Medical and Dependent Care Spending AccountsLong Term DisabilityLife InsuranceAccidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) InsuranceVacation AccrualsSick AccrualsPersonal DaysThe Equipment Operator role can be located in several public works divisions. Which division / s are you interested in applying for? You may check more than 1 or all.(If a division you are interested in does not have a current opening, your application will be considered under new openings for up to 3 months.)
StreetStreet - Right of WayWaterSewer or Storm SewerSanitationDo you currently hold a valid Class A or B CDL? CDL not required to be considered, select none if you currently do not hold a CDL. (Note : You must be eligible to obtain a CDL in your state of residence)
Class AClass BNoneThis is an on-site position, located in West Fargo, North Dakota. Are you willing to physically relocate to this area if necessary?
Required Question
Salary : $23 - $26
