Austin Water Equipment Operator

City of Austin • Austin, TX

16h • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties related to driving and operating equipment, and provides equipment operation support. Performs work that is varied and moderately complex with assignments that are semi-routine in nature.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic diagnostic techniques and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of methods and precautions for handling and transporting hazardous materials and chemicals.
• Knowledge of State and Federal requirements for operating commercial vehicles and specialized heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to operate commercial vehicles and specialized heavy equipment.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to read and follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret meters, gauges, and control panels.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public
• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in equipment operations, including one (1) year of experience in specialized utility equipment.
• Current Texas Class A Commercial Driver License.
• May require specific endorsements.
• To be considered for employment in this position, applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.
• Positions in the Lift Stations Division must be certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined Space Entry within six (6) months of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using backhoes, excavators, front end loader, rock saw, lit truck, trenches, dump truck, skid-steer, and forklift, and performing preventative maintenance on that equipment
• Experience with underground utility construction including deep excavation and experience with trench shoring and trench boxes
• Experience driving 18 speed manual transmission truck to haul heavy equipment

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of powered equipment, which may include tractor trailers, backhoes, front end loaders, dump trucks, lift trucks, scarabs, trommel screens, water trucks, bobcats, trenchers, vacuum trucks, sludge tank trucks, and cranes.
• Operates vehicles/equipment according to Federal/State requirements and City policies/procedures.
• Calculates figures, analyzes and interprets data, and prepares reports.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on equipment by checking fluids, lubrication, adjusting belts, conducting pre-trip/post-trip safety inspections, and maintaining reports of maintenance activities.
• Recommends changes to methods, operations, sequences, and set procedures for work assigned.

Benefits

• Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED