Equipment Operator- EP Water

About the role

Under general supervision, operate a variety of general or specialized medium-sized motorized equipment utilized in construction, repair, maintenance, and other field operations.

Responsibilities

Typical duties include operating medium equipment, such as 18-wheel semi-tractor/trailer, asphalt distributor, grapple, jet-rodder equipped vacuum, personnel lift and roll off trucks, gang and slope mowers, and other specialized equipment. This involves attaching, setting up, starting, stopping, positioning, guiding, and manipulating powered mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic apparatus to dig, push, pile, or load materials. Monitoring instruments and adjusting factors such as speed, flow, temperature, and pressure when feeding, bearing-off, hoisting, and transporting solids or fluids is also required.

• Perform other difficult construction, repair, maintenance, or operations-related work.
• Inspect the work site prior to, during, and following activities.
• Identify, recommend, and undertake work according to priorities and established schedules.
• May direct a crew of laborers or other workers.
• Participate in non-personnel administration-related duties, including assigning and inspecting work, and training employees.
• Perform various related duties, such as inspecting, cleaning, greasing, and fueling equipment.
• Identify and perform basic equipment preventative maintenance, servicing, and minor repair work to maintain operating conditions and meet safety requirements.
• Engage in manual labor as necessary to complete assignments.
• Interact with other departments, employees, contractors, vendors, or the public.

Requirements

• Equivalent to two (2) years of experience operating light or medium trucks, tractors, and related automotive equipment.
• Valid Texas Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or equivalent from another state by the date of appointment.
• Some positions may require a Texas Class “A” CDL or equivalent from another state.
• CDL may require specialized endorsements depending on the area of assignment.
• Some positions may require a Municipal Solid Waste Operator Class C License.

Qualifications

MOS Code: 12V (Army) 001165 (Navy)

Skills

Ability to operate medium-sized motorized equipment, such as 18-wheel semi-tractor/trailer, asphalt distributor, grapple, jet-rodder equipped vacuum, personnel lift and roll off trucks, gang and slope mowers, and other specialized equipment.

Benefits

• LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE: The City of El Paso is a self-insured entity with a third-party administrator for Medical and Pharmacy benefits.
• Basic Life Insurance Coverage is available at no cost to eligible employees.
• Additional Life Insurance and coverage for dependents are also available.
• Employees can select optional Dental, Vision, and Short Term Disability coverage.
• Employees also have the option to participate in a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account (healthcare and/or dependent care for daycare expenses).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health sessions, therapy, and more is available at no cost.
• Wellness Program to promote better health and wellness amongst the workforce.
• Tuition Assistance Program to encourage employee personal and professional development.
• VACATION LEAVE: Eligible employees accrue vacation credit at the following rates per pay period.
• SICK LEAVE WITH PAY: Employees shall be entitled to accrue sick leave with pay in accordance with the Rules of the Civil Service Commission.
• ACCIDENT WITH PAY LEAVE: Occupational injuries and occupational diseases occurring on and after the date of adoption will be governed by the Ordinance in effect at the time of the date of injury or disease.
• PREGNANCY LEAVE: Pregnancy shall be treated the same as any other temporary physical disability.
• LEGAL HOLIDAYS: The City of El Paso observes various legal holidays, including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Holiday, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

Pay

Salary $43,138.58 - $62,982.32 Annually

Schedule

Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX