Equipment Operator I- Brush

City of Seguin • Seguin, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under immediate supervision, this position is responsible for performing skilled work operating light to heavy equipment used to excavate, load, transfer, or move dirt, gravel, or other material in the maintenance or construction of drainage, streets, brush collection, brush chipping and mowing of City Right of Ways. May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff. Operates light equipment to accomplish assigned activities; may include driving trucks.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the safe operation of the equipment used and of the provisions of the Texas Motor Vehicle code relating to operation of light and heavy motorized equipment.
• Sufficient skills to operate this equipment effectively and safely.
• Physical Ability to lift and maneuver up to 85 pounds (i.e. construction materials, pipe, bags of concrete, etc.).
• Physical Ability to climb and maintain balance on ladder.
• Physical Ability to ascend and descend up to 30" high steps numerous times per day.
• Physical Ability to do repetitive bending and kneeling.
• Physical Ability to perform strenuous work in the outdoors under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to read and understand construction and utility diagrams.
• Ability to service and make minor repairs on equipment and to know safety standards to prevent hazards.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with other employees.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• High school graduation, or its equivalent, and at least one year of experience operating light equipment; or sufficient education to read and write, plus at least two years of experience operating light equipment; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

• May exercise functional supervision over assigned staff.
• May perform light plumbing, maintenance, construction, and/or carpentry duties.
• May be required to have ability to read and follow construction and utility diagrams.
• Class "A or B" Commercial Driver's License is required within one (1) year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operates light equipment such as a tractor, mower, chainsaw, weed eater, shredder, chipper, leaf compactor, or truck as required and instructed.
• Checks oil, water, fuel, tires, and hydraulic systems and performs other routine inspections to ensure vehicle is in proper working condition.
• Assists with set-up of work zone barricades and signs for traffic control.
• Provides assistance with and suggestions for increased safety during assigned projects.
• Maintains city right of ways and other city properties.
• Plans work day for crew in absence of supervisor.
• Loads, transports, and unloads necessary materials for assigned projects.
• May perform light plumbing, maintenance, construction, and/or carpentry duties.
• Observes all safety rules and procedures.
• Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

Benefits

• The City of Seguin is an "Equal Opportunity Employer" (AA/EOE) For the purpose of compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). This job description does not take into account potential reasonable accommodations.

What This Job Offers

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