Equipment Operator II (H) - 619 - Sewer Maintenance

About the role

This is skilled work operating specialized automotive equipment. Work usually includes servicing and making minor repairs to equipment operated. This person may act as crew leader over a small number of employees to accomplish specific tasks or assignments.

Responsibilities

• Operates tractors and trucks with special attached equipment such as power loaders, backhoes, winches, snow plows, herbicide spray trucks and other attachments used for varied maintenance purposes.
• Operates special equipment used in sewer work such as sewer cleaning machines, pumps, cables, or TV truck equipment; or equipment used in pavement markings.
• Locates and uncovers buried manholes.
• Directs and participates in the operation of a hot asphalt plant.
• Operates equipment in performing street maintenance work, such as rollers, oil distributors, loaders, pavement breakers or water/sewer line installation and maintenance work such as trenchers, backhoes, hydro lifts, and tapping machines.
• Operates a truck and leads a small crew in maintaining, repairing and cleaning streets and sewers.
• Operates equipment in performing maintenance work.
• Maintains and services equipment operated.
• May act as a backup operator or assistant to Equipment Operator III or Sewer Tech.
• Aids with prescribed burns.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles of automotive equipment operation.
• Ability to lead the work of a small number of helpers on maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of the tools, methods and materials used in construction and maintenance activities; and may require knowledge of methods used in making concrete, asphalt and brick repairs or knowledge of paints, thinners and related supplies.
• Ability to maneuver into riding machines with two foot steep first step, and onto frame or fender as required to perform fluid/filter check daily and maintenance every 100 hours or as needed on mowers and plows; lift and carry up to 90 lbs, and up to 200 lbs. with the assistance of another person; maintain balance and physically tolerate riding heavy equipment over rough terrain for long periods of time; work outdoors when inclement weather conditions exist; tolerate exposure to airborne environmental nuisances associated with traffic and machine exhaust, open grounds, construction and equipment and machinery noise with the use of ear plugs.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to respond after hours, including overnight, requiring driving or working in low light conditions.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas commercial driver's license (CDL) is preferred; may be required based on job assignment.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a State of Kansas Commercial Pesticide Applicator certification in General Knowledge Category 9A.
• Ability to acquire and maintain certification in the sewer line condition coding standard, such as PACP, adopted for use by the City.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in the operation of automotive or specialized equipment used in construction or maintenance activities.
• A valid Class B Kansas commercial driver's license (CDL) with airbrake and tanker endorsement. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country. When required, the class and endorsements will vary based on job assignment.
• A valid Sewer line condition coding standard – PACP Certificate within 6 months of employment.

Skills

• Leadership skills in leading a small number of helpers on maintenance operations.
• Technical skills in operating specialized automotive equipment.
• Physical stamina to operate heavy equipment and perform manual labor.
• Communication skills to interact with supervisors and crew members.
• Emergency response skills to handle situations after hours.
• Knowledge of safety equipment and procedures to work in confined spaces.

Benefits

• Vacation: 10 days per year, increasing to 240 hours after five years.
• Holidays: Eleven paid holidays, one Personal Holiday after six months.
• Sick Leave: One work day per month, accumulating up to 240 hours per year.
• Health Insurance: UMR / United Healthcare PPO plans with Teladoc virtual care, Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits.
• Dental Insurance: Two Delta Dental plans – Preferred and Traditional.
• Lifetime Insurance: Low-cost voluntary term life insurance with MetLife.
• Supplemental Life: Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance from MetLife.
• Retirement: Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3 and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for dependent care and unreimbursed medical expenses.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: UNUM plan offering facility and home care benefits.

Pay

Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.

Schedule

DAYS AND HOURS ARE: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm