What are the responsibilities and job description for the Streets and Drainage Technician (Heavy Equipment Operator II) position at Oro Valley, AZ?

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Oro Valley, AZ

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 23 / 24 - 00074

Department : Public Works

Opening Date : 05 / 15 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

POSITION SUMMARY

Expected Starting Salary Hiring Range : $42,647 - $53,309

Starting Salary Depending on Experience and Qualifications

Under close supervision, operates light- and heavy-duty construction and maintenance equipment in the maintenance, repair, and alteration of Town streets, drainage, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and other facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Checks oil, lubricants, water levels, tires, batteries, and other related equipment prior to each use.
Cleans and clears ditches, culverts, storm drains, and waterways of brush, trash, etc Performs work involving shoveling, mowing, trimming, raking, pruning, digging, and / or other related activities.
Cleans and prepares streets for maintenance and repair including sweeping, crack- sealing, and filling potholes with cold patch or hot mix material on Town roads.
Communicates and uses interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc, to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Completes a variety of logs, documents, and / or simple reports regarding quantity of materials handled, equipment operations, miles driven, fuel and oil used, and / or other related information.
Completes forms, work orders, timecards, and other in-house procedural and administrative documentation.
Monitors inventory and supply levels and recommends replenishment of materials.
Operates a variety of trucks including light- and heavy-duty equipment in the construction, maintenance, and operation of all Town improvements, facilities, and other projects.
Operates construction equipment, including street sweepers, front loaders, and various trucks and backhoes for the Public Works Department and / or other Town departments.
Performs a variety of manual labor related to maintenance, construction, clean up, public works, and / or other related areas using a variety of hand and power tools to perform duties.
Performs a variety of specialized maintenance work in assigned area of responsibility.
Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules and operating and maintenance instructions.
Repairs and finishes concrete.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written communication.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to exercise safety precautions and conform to safety rules and regulations.

Knowledge of occupational and work zone hazards and safety practices.

Knowledge of proper operation, care and maintenance of heavy equipment.

Knowledge of street / highway maintenance, repair and construction work zone practices.

Knowledge of Town and Department policies and procedures.

Knowledge of Town, state and federal statutes, ordinances, codes, rules and regulations governing construction, heavy equipment operation and street maintenance.

Skill in operating and performing preventative maintenance for construction equipment.

Skill in operation and maintenance of a variety of equipment such as : loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, water trucks as well as miscellaneous types of equipment.

Skill in safe operation of heavy equipment, vehicles, power tools and hand tools.

Skill using a variety of hand tools such as shovels, rakes, hammers, pneumatic tools, weed trimmers, and mowers.

Ability to organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines and follow up on work assignments with minimal supervision.

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A High School diploma or GED.

Two (2) years' experience in the operation of various construction equipment including but not limited to : front end loader, backhoe, rubber tire roller, steel drum rollers, and kick broom sweeper.

Arizona Commercial Driver License (CDL), Class B or higher with air brake and tanker endorsements with no restrictions.

Possess basic Flagger Certification or ability to acquire within 12 months.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS :

A successful incumbent must be able to pass an Arizona Department of Corrections (ADC) background check in order to be engaged in the act of supervising and coordinating the daily work of assigned ADC inmates, successful candidate will then be eligible for Special Assignment Pay as defined by the Town of Oro Valley standard operation procedure.

This is a safety-sensitive position that requires candidates successfully pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen prior to start date.

This position is subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) drug and alcohol screening as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382.

Must possess and maintain a valid DOT Medical Certification Card at time of hire.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily in an outdoor environment.

Regular, daily attendance is an essential function for this position and be willing to work overtime as required.

The Town of Oro Valley is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The Town does not discriminate in the provision of employment opportunities, benefits or privileges; create discriminatory work conditions; or use discriminatory evaluative standards in employment if the basis of that discriminatory treatment is, in whole or in part, the person's race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information or marital status.

Why Apply

Oro Valley is a planned community cradled in the shadows of the magnificent Santa Catalina Mountains, with hiking trails through Catalina State Park, hiking and bicycle trails throughout the Town, world-class golf courses, horseback riding and a long-valued cultural tradition, vibrant for over a thousand years. Oro Valley has received many accolades through the years and is proud to have been named : Best Places to Live in Arizona, Best Towns for Families and Best Places in America to Live and Launch a Small Business.

Oro Valley is located in northern Pima County, just three miles north of Tucson, and a quick drive to the University of Arizona and Tucson International Airport. With average high temperatures of 83.4 degrees, average lows of 53.8 degrees, the town sits at an elevation of 2,640 feet, covers more than 34 square miles and has a current population of 41,011. Oro Valley was incorporated in April, 1974. Oro Valley is also quickly developing a strong reputation as home to the emerging bioscience and biotech industries. We are a young, diverse, dynamic community with a responsive government and our schools are among the finest in Arizona.

The Town of Oro Valley has a council / manager form of government. Six council members and the mayor are elected for four-year terms. The town manager is appointed by town council. The Town of Oro Valley provides high-quality services including : police, planning, zoning, construction, inspection, transit services, traffic engineering, street maintenance, storm water management, flood control, water utility, parks, recreation, aquatics, library, cultural resources, economic development, constituent services, community and media relations, budget development, debt and investment management, attorney services, magistrate court and more.

Town of Oro Valley currently has a benefits program that is currently offered to employees of the Town who work 20 or more hours per week on a regular basis. (Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week may qualify for participation in the individual plans, dependent upon the specific terms of coverage.) Please click on the following link to get a full description of all the benefits that the Town of Oro Valley offers.

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

Do you have two years' experience in the operation of various construction equipment including but not limited to : front end loader, backhoe, rubber tire roller, steel drum rollers, and kick broom sweeper? Please explain.

Do you have a valid Arizona Commercial Driver License (CDL), Class B or higher with air brake and tanker endorsements with no restrictions?

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