Maintenance Equipment Operator (MEO)

Primary Purpose

Under general supervision, operate heavy equipment used in routine maintenance to include dump trucks, backhoe, trencher, tractor (with assorted implements), front‑end loader, snowplows, etc.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Certification / License: Valid driver’s license.
• Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • General knowledge of landscape maintenance.
  • Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions.
  • General knowledge of the Maintenance Department’s organization and operation.
  • Organizational, communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position.
  • Ability to operate tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
  • General knowledge of various types of heavy equipment vehicles.
  • Capable of assessing site conditions and initiating proper and logical steps to address problems/situations and ensure safety of equipment.

Work Conditions

• Tools/Equipment Used: garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; power mower.
• Posture: frequent standing, climbing stairs, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Motion: frequent walking, climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, overhead reaching; frequent driving.
• Lifting: occasional exertion of up to 50 lb, frequent exertion of up to 40 lb to repair or move equipment and objects.
• Environment: frequent task changes; work outside on slippery or uneven surfaces; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, all weather conditions, dust, high noise level, vibration; exposure to chemicals (herbicides, fertilizers, fuels, electrical hazards); work around moving machinery; may work alone; irregular or prolonged days/hours; frequent districtwide travel.
• Mental Demands: frequent changes in task; maintain emotional control under stress; regular attendance required.

Minimum Experience

One year related experience.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform emergency repairs for all maintenance divisions.
• Operate backhoes, ditching machines, tract loaders, and rubber‑tire loaders.
• Transport necessary equipment to various job sites.
• Operate dump trucks to transport various materials.
• Operate any equipment necessary to complete assigned job.
• Perform necessary maintenance on equipment and tools.
• Maintain work order records and other documentation.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes, including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform other tasks and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Position Type

Full‑Time.

Contact Information

Petra Montes, HR Specialist/Maintenance
Education Support Center
Phone: 806‑326‑1477
Email: petra.montes@amaisd.org