What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator / Water position at Harker Heights, City of (TX)?
JOB
Performs technical and manual tasks in the operation of minor maintenance, and equipment checks of heavy equipment operated by the City. Performs related tasks as required.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Water Field Supervisor.SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge: Requires knowledge of various sets of controls used in the operation of various types of equipment and attachments.Abilities: Requires normal alertness to follow instructions and methods; mental application and concentration where tasks of operations are repetitive or where the work flow is intermittent; and simple examination or analysis by comparison with established facts, standards, or procedures.Requires ability to take initiative and/or to plan and improvise procedures and standards. Requires occasional exercise of independent judgement with obvious choices of action in handling the work in accordance with established methods, procedures, and/or regulations.Required Education, Degrees, Certificates and/or Licenses: High school diploma or GED. Must be able to obtain Texas CDL within six (6) months from date of hire. Must be able to obtain a Texas “C” Water Distribution and Wastewater Collections II Certification within one (1) year from date of hire/promotion, and must be able to obtain a Wastewater Collections III Certification within three (3) years from date of hire/promotion.Experience: A minimum of six (6) months experience in performing construction work requiring the use of equipment similar to or the same as assigned to this position. Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above required knowledges, skills, and abilities is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.
Performs technical and manual tasks in the operation of minor maintenance, and equipment checks of heavy equipment operated by the City. Performs related tasks as required.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Water Field Supervisor.SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge: Requires knowledge of various sets of controls used in the operation of various types of equipment and attachments.Abilities: Requires normal alertness to follow instructions and methods; mental application and concentration where tasks of operations are repetitive or where the work flow is intermittent; and simple examination or analysis by comparison with established facts, standards, or procedures.Requires ability to take initiative and/or to plan and improvise procedures and standards. Requires occasional exercise of independent judgement with obvious choices of action in handling the work in accordance with established methods, procedures, and/or regulations.Required Education, Degrees, Certificates and/or Licenses: High school diploma or GED. Must be able to obtain Texas CDL within six (6) months from date of hire. Must be able to obtain a Texas “C” Water Distribution and Wastewater Collections II Certification within one (1) year from date of hire/promotion, and must be able to obtain a Wastewater Collections III Certification within three (3) years from date of hire/promotion.Experience: A minimum of six (6) months experience in performing construction work requiring the use of equipment similar to or the same as assigned to this position. Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above required knowledges, skills, and abilities is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.
