Equipment Operator (DCOPS) - Steve Clouse (Eligible for Hiring/Retention Incentive)

San Antonio Water System · San Antonio, TX · 1 mo ago

Management$25.5/hrFull-time

Starting Hourly Rate: $25.50. Must possess a valid Class "A" Commercial Drivers License.

External candidates who are hired by SAWS will receive a $1,000 Hiring Incentive, split into two payments of $500 on the second and fourth paychecks after hire.
Upon successful completion of the six-month introductory period, eligible for an additional $1,000 Retention Incentive paid during the seventh month of employment.

Operate and maintain medium to heavy equipment such as dump truck, front-end loader, skid loader, backhoe, compact excavator, trencher, and mobile concrete mixing truck.
Excavate and backfill trenches to complete repairs.
Transport equipment, tools, and materials to and from job sites.
Load and unload materials from trucks.
Stock vehicle with necessary equipment and material.
Clean, organize, and maintain facilities, tools, and equipment.
Observe and promote all established safety procedures.
Interpret as-built drawings, schematics, block maps, and construction plans.
Assist with the set-up of work zone barricades and signs for traffic control.
Conduct inventory of tools, equipment, and materials.
Conduct inspections of equipment and report mechanical concerns/issues for repair.
May provide training on the proper usage of tools and equipment.
May provide training for Texas Class A commercial driver license.
May provide guidance to crew in the absence of the Foreman.
May perform manual labor work related to maintenance and construction.
Perform other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED.
Six months’ experience operating equipment in the construction, water, wastewater, or similar work environment.
Pass position-specific physical testing.
Valid Texas Class “A” Commercial Driver License.
Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.

Knowledge of operating characteristics and safety procedures for equipment being operated.
Knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in construction.
Knowledge of excavation, confined space, high pressure, electrical, and other safety hazards found in a construction environment.
Knowledge of SAWS safety practices and procedures, including traffic control.
Ability to operate light to heavy equipment.
Ability to recognize malfunction in equipment being operated.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position.
Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and general public.

Steven Clouse Water Recycling Center - 3495 Valley Road, San Antonio, TX 78221

Lifting/carrying up to 90 pounds occasionally; pushing a maximum force of 100 pounds; pulling a maximum force of 100 pounds.
Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time.
Requires visual acuity and speech and hearing.
Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical, and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes, and poisonous insects.
May be required to comply with requirements for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated equipment.
Operates a company vehicle on a daily basis.
Required to work hours other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, and rotating shifts.

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