Heavy Equipment Operator I - DPW-D4 Street Maint Repair

About the role

This position is responsible for operating all types of construction machinery and coordinating the work activities of personnel assigned to assist with construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of powered (light and heavy) construction equipment such as Asphalt Pavers, Milling Machines, front-end-loaders, backhoes, lifts, graders, heavy trucks, and other related earth-moving equipment.
• Perform minor maintenance services on vehicles and equipment, including washing, tightening chains, replacing cables and bolts, checking tire inflation, and lubrication according to the manufacturer's recommended schedule.
• Direct work activities of assigned personnel in executing delegated tasks.
• Enforce job-site safety regulations and standards.
• Assume responsibility for taking appropriate and necessary actions in the event of job-related injuries and in the absence of a supervisor.
• Work overtime as assigned.
• Accountable for all tools, equipment, and materials supplied by the City to perform assigned duties.
• Assist with asphalt patching, crack sealing, concrete work, playground equipment repair, grounds keeping, and other related duties.
• Assist with snow removal functions.
• Clean/wash equipment as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating a variety of powered (light and heavy) construction equipment such as Asphalt Pavers, Milling Machines, Rollers, front-end-loaders, backhoes, lifts, graders, heavy trucks, and other related earth-moving equipment.
• Ability to perform manual tasks that require lifting and carrying objects of fifty (50) pounds or more.
• Class B CDL Driver’s License required; Class A CDL preferred.
• Knowledge of and work experience in the safe and efficient operation of all construction equipment, including minor maintenance.
• Working knowledge of applicable traffic laws and regulations regarding the operation of assigned equipment on the public right-of-way.
• Ability to perform safe and correct procedures for Asphalt Paver, Milling Machines, and related operations according to verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and understand operation manuals and engineering illustrations.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring straight pulling, walking, standing, kneeling, and mental-muscular coordination.
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed both inside and outside with exposure to varying weather conditions.
• May be exposed to intermittent noise, dust, dirt, odors, solvents, heights, and confined spaces.
• Required to work overtime.