Heavy Equipment Operator II, (A264220-4), 205, Wastewater Collection
Full TimeJob Description
Job Description
Operates medium heavy equipment, including backhoes, tanker trucks, batwing mowers, and roll-off container trucks. Repairs City utilities, lays pipelines, and other maintenance and excavation work requiring heavy equipment operation.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Responds to inquiries and assists lower level heavy equipment operators.
Operates backhoe, graders, and loaders to install, replace, and maintain streets and roads, water utility lines, mains, meters, valves, etc.
Cuts and fits pipes above or below ground to specifications necessary to install or repair water lines; assembles the pipe system; installs or replaces manholes, valves, tees, bends, and crosses.
Raises, lowers, or moves water lines as needed.
Removes sludge from treatment plants utilizing specialized injector tractor; monitors solid buildup and pumps sludge into injecting vehicle.
Performs basic maintenance on equipment and tools including washing, changing oil, and greasing.
Operates front end loader to pick up debris during construction projects; assists in performing unskilled or semi-skilled labor such as digging ditches, covering ditches, pouring concrete, mowing, and/or trimming trees and shrubs.
Assists other City Departments in case of emergencies.
Performs related work as required.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Knowledge of safe operations of heavy equipment
Knowledge of geography of the City including major streets and landmarks
Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures
Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations
Knowledge of vehicles and equipment
Skills and Abilities:
Skill in organization and time management
Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Skill in customer service
Skill in leadership
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Ability to operate heavy equipment
Ability to follow oral and written instruction
Ability to maintain accurate and complete records
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Work Environment Locations
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Never
Office or similar indoor environment
Seldom
Confined space
Warehouse environment
Sometimes
Construction site
Often
Outdoor environment
Street environment (near moving traffic)
Vehicles
Exposures
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Never
Individuals with known violent backgrounds
Seldom
Individuals who are hostile or irate
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
Sometimes
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
Frequently
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Often
Communicable diseases
Moving mechanical parts
Fumes or airborne particles
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Travel
Position will require the employee to travel
Never
National travel
International travel
Seldom
Local travel
Regional travel
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
At least three (3) years of experience as a heavy equipment operator.
Valid Licenses and Certifications
Valid Licenses or Certifications
A valid Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A is required. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:10 days of paid vacation per year6 1/2 days sick leave per yearPension plan16 paid HolidaysPaid health*Dental plan*Life insurance**30 day waiting period For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: www.cityoflaredohr.com under Employee Benefits
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