Equipment Operator II, Streets

Operates light and medium-sized equipment and performs manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance, and repair of City streets/roads, drainage systems, right-of-way areas, parking lots, parks, recreation facilities, grounds areas, or other assigned areas.

Responsibilities

• May serve as a crew leader or lead worker for specific project assignments; monitors and oversees assigned workers to ensure safety; directs work of crew to ensure tasks are completed.
• Operates various equipment and vehicles for maintenance, upkeep, installation, and construction of City infrastructure; drives vehicles over public roads, work sites, rights-of-way, parks, and other City property while adhering to traffic laws and safety guidelines.
• Operates bobcat, mini-excavators, backhoe-mounted loader, and similar-sized loaders to move materials such as gravel, dirt, and sand for smaller projects.
• Operates backhoe for digging, trenching, and clearing land while avoiding utility lines and minimizing property damage.
• Operates tractors with articulated boom mowing systems to mow rights-of-way, parks, and hard-to-reach areas; removes obstacles and adjusts equipment settings for optimal operation.
• Drives large tractor-trailer rigs and low-boys to transport construction equipment; secures loads to prevent spillage or loss.
• Performs routine maintenance of equipment in the field, including fueling, greasing, changing tires, blades, belts, and chains, and checking fluids.
• Inspects and prepares equipment for safe operation; performs light maintenance such as oil changes and refueling; cleans vehicles and equipment after use.
• Transports, loads, and unloads materials and equipment used in projects.
• Performs manual work functions such as repairing roads/asphalt, compacting road surfaces, installing/repairing pipes, constructing/repairing ditches, repairing potholes, constructing sidewalks, installing fences, mowing rights-of-way, cutting trees and brush, assembling playground equipment, digging holes or trenches, lifting/moving heavy materials, flagging traffic, and picking up debris/litter.
• Assists in setting up special events/activities, including traffic control and litter pickup; assists departments with moving heavy furniture or materials.
• Responds to emergency calls during inclement weather or other emergency situations.
• Utilizes safety equipment and monitors work environment to ensure safety.
• Completes various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, and spray records.
• Communicates with supervisors, employees, other departments, and the public to coordinate work activities and exchange information; uses telephone and/or two-way radio.

Must be able to operate an air-brake dump truck and tractor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of experience operating medium-sized equipment, such as bush hogs, backhoes, mini-excavators, or large tractor-trailers.
• Valid Class B commercial driver’s license; may require Flagging certification.
• Assignment on some equipment may require a Class A commercial driver’s license and/or special endorsements.
• Must obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class A or B commercial driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain it throughout employment.
• Positions in the Streets Department must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class A or Class B commercial driver’s license with Tanker endorsement, depending on assigned equipment, within five (5) months of hire.
• May be required to obtain right-of-way pesticide licensing and/or certification.

Benefits

• Health care, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement and deferred compensation plans.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Wellness clinic for employees.