Equipment Operator (Utilities)

Duties

• Able and willing to perform the duties of the utility maintenance on a regular basis.
• Operates heavy equipment in the performance of duties as required.
• Operates light or heavy trucks to haul crew members, materials and equipment to and from the work sites.
• Makes repairs as necessary utilizing tools a variety of light and heavy equipment.
• May discuss, analyze and/or resolve simple citizen's complaints and/or problems associated with city infrastructure while in the field.
• Complies with normal safety precautions to prevent injury or accidents to self and others.
• Assists in overseeing the safe operation and proper maintenance of division vehicles, light maintenance equipment, and heavy construction equipment.
• Provides backup support to Crew Leaders.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Three to five years of supervisory or related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Class D Water Distribution License.
• Class 1 Collection license.

Working Conditions

• Position requires heavy lifting (e.g., greater than 50 pounds) and extended period of sitting, walking, and standing.
• Position incumbent is constantly exposed to dirt, dust, noise, heat, cold and dampness and occasionally exposed to odors, fumes, and bad lighting.
• Job may require above-average agility and dexterity.
• Job may also require physical exertion for long periods of time.
• Mostly of workday is spent outside.
• Incumbent is exposed to all types of weather conditions.
• Position is considered Emergency Essential and will require 24 hour availability during emergency conditions.

Pay

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Schedule

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Benefits

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