Construction Equipment Operator - DPW
About The Position
Under general supervision, operates and maintains portable and self-propelled construction machines. Operates construction equipment consistent with departmental standards and procedures. Operates construction equipment in a variety of construction and maintenance projects, including, but not limited to, backfilling trenches; grading and leveling construction sites; loading and unloading materials; stripping soil from construction sites; and laying, finishing or refinishing asphalt. Coordinates with grounds crews the efficient sequence of operations. Changes attachments on equipment. Performs field adjustments on equipment. Performs minor maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment, including, but not limited to, cleaning and servicing with gasoline, diesel fuel, water, oil, and grease. Directs the activities of helpers assisting in construction activities. Repairs and/or assists in overhauling construction equipment during inclement weather or as required. Performs duties in accordance with department safety procedures including, but not limited to, the utilization of designated personal protective equipment. Performs demolition of site equipment, fencing, and various other blighted or outdated components. Assists building trades workers in constructing or deconstructing when heavy equipment is needed for installation or removal. Operates heavy equipment to move boulders or other landscape products. Loads, unloads and secures equipment from trucks and trailers safely. Hauls equipment and trailer with a dump truck, pick-up truck or other appropriate vehicle. Hauls and dumps debris at appropriate disposal/recycling locations.
Requirements
- High school graduation or GED, preferably completion of two years in a trade or vocational high school.
- Two years of experience operating portable, self-propelled construction machines.
- One year of experience maintaining and repairing construction machinery.
- Knowledge of principles of the operation of gas and diesel engines.
- Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques of equipment operation.
- Knowledge of safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use and operation of motorized equipment.
- Proficient in the use of various construction equipment attachments including rock hounds, aerators, slit seeders, and other ground maintenance equipment associated with grounds/fields maintenance and re-construction.
- Skill in coordinating the operation of various controls associated with portable, self-propelled construction machines and attachments.
- Skill in proper construction staging and project sequencing.
- Physical strength and mechanical dexterity.
- Ability to operate a variety of types of portable, self-propelled construction machines and attachments in a safe and effective manner.
- Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment.
- Ability to perform equipment maintenance and minor repair.
- Ability to interact effectively with departmental personnel and the public with tact and diplomacy.
Responsibilities
- Operates construction equipment consistent with departmental standards and procedures.
- Operates construction equipment in a variety of construction and maintenance projects, including, but not limited to, backfilling trenches; grading and leveling construction sites; loading and unloading materials; stripping soil from construction sites; and laying, finishing or refinishing asphalt.
- Coordinates with grounds crews the efficient sequence of operations.
- Changes attachments on equipment.
- Performs field adjustments on equipment.
- Performs minor maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment, including, but not limited to, cleaning and servicing with gasoline, diesel fuel, water, oil, and grease.
- Directs the activities of helpers assisting in construction activities.
- Repairs and/or assists in overhauling construction equipment during inclement weather or as required.
- Performs duties in accordance with department safety procedures including, but not limited to, the utilization of designated personal protective equipment.
- Performs demolition of site equipment, fencing, and various other blighted or outdated components.
- Assists building trades workers in constructing or deconstructing when heavy equipment is needed for installation or removal.
- Operates heavy equipment to move boulders or other landscape products.
- Loads, unloads and secures equipment from trucks and trailers safely.
- Hauls equipment and trailer with a dump truck, pick-up truck or other appropriate vehicle.
- Hauls and dumps debris at appropriate disposal/recycling locations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
