Equipment Operator I - Wastewater

City of Wylie•Wylie, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Wylie is seeking Equipment Operator I applicants within Public Works. The selected applicant will perform manual labor and related work as required. Supervision is provided by the appropriate supervisor, based upon assigned department. Public Works work four ten hour days, Monday through Thursday OR Tuesday through Friday.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Valid Driver's License.
Must have Texas Driver's License within 60 days of hire.
Completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) training courses as outlined by Emergency Management after hire.
Must obtain Class "A" CDL Permit within the first 6 months.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the following within one year: Class “A” CDL with no restrictions except “A” TMUTCD Work Zone Safety Certification
Wastewater Collections Class I Confined Space Certification preferred

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience varies based on division assignment.

Responsibilities

Keeps work areas clean.
Cleans, maintains, and services tools and equipment.
Loads and unloads materials and equipment.
Reads, understands, and follows written and oral job instructions, plans, maps, and drawings.
Submits written reports legibly and completely.
Creates reports using the Public Works software system.
Hears clearly when working around equipment and in traffic.
Uses proper safety precautions when performing all tasks.
Exercises good judgment to work safely and use equipment properly.
Operates vehicles according to rules of safety and laws of the State of Texas.
Uses proper safety precautions at all times and wears proper safety equipment at all times.
Follows safety regulations, City and department policies and procedures.
Presents a clean and well-groomed appearance.
Operates a motor vehicle in carrying out the business of the department and the City.
Able and willing to work outside in all kinds of weather.
Communicates effectively with co-workers.
Subject to after-hours call-out for emergency situations, as defined by supervisor.
Sets up barricades when and where needed for the safety of employees and the public.
Completes work orders, including turning in completed forms on a daily basis.
Operates a motor vehicle in carrying out the business of the department and the City.
Performs as a responsible steward of the public trust and strives for excellence in public service, enhancing the quality of life for all.
Acts in a civil, respectful manner at all times to management, co-workers and others.
Works effectively with other crew members to repair or replace water or sewer service lines, water or sewer mains.
Makes water or wastewater taps.
Installs and/or repairs fire hydrants.
Unstops sewer lines.
Installs clean-outs in sewer lines.