City of Tyler, TX - Tyler, TX

posted about 1 month ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Tyler, TX
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Equipment Support maintenance equipment; light and heavy vehicles on assigned projects or activities of a public works nature. The position requires manual labor work, which will be completed alone or as part of a crew. You will perform a variety of manual tasks and activities, i.e., Operate heavy equipment, and perform work in Street management. Work includes maintenance, cleaning, and service equipment, emergency needs, vehicles, tools, and work area. Inspects vehicles for required supplies, materials, and equipment. Observe and follow safety procedures and precautions at work sites. This position is designated among essential personnel and requires reporting to work during all significant weather events or emergency incidents. -Direct Supervisor: Crew Leader and Foreman.

Responsibilities

  • Oversees the sealing of roadway cracks, pours, and finishes concrete, places hot or cold asphalt mix, and other materials required for general road maintenance and repairs to required standards.
  • Experience safely operating specialized trucks/machinery/heavy equipment used within each of the divisions to complete a variety of tasks, including, but not limited to, hauling, dumpling, and spreading gravel, sand, asphalt, plowing snow, picking up and hauling trash, and transporting Street Department equipment, tools, and material.
  • Experience safely operating specialized trucks/machinery/heavy equipment such as the Hot Mix Patch Truck, Volumetric Cement Truck, Asphalt Distributor, Milling Machine, Grade all, Maintainer-Motor Grade, Backhoe/Loader, Skid Loader, as well as other light/heavy equipment engaged in highly complex road reconstruction.
  • Identifies hazards to determine if the job can be performed safely; conducts required safety checks.
  • Inputs, manages, and utilizes inspection and other data and communications using the City Works database and Geographic Information System (GIS).
  • Maintains a safe work area, including places and removes cones, barricades, warning devices, and/or directs traffic at work sites to ensure the safety of work crew and public.
  • Cleans up work sites upon completion of the job; picks up all tools and equipment; secures the job site if returning later.
  • Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as directed.
  • Performs other duties and functions as assigned, required, or directed, or which are necessary, readily apparent, or related to other duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

  • Must have a High School diploma or GED.
  • Must have one (1) year of experience operating heavy equipment safely around others.
  • Must have the mechanical experience to make minor repairs on the equipment listed above.
  • Must have a valid Texas Class 'B' or higher Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement with a clear driving record.

Nice-to-haves

  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Suite, Database management, and web applications.
  • A combination of education, experience, or training that has prepared the incumbent to perform the essential duties of the position may be considered.

Benefits

  • The City supports a policy of a drug and alcohol free workplace.
  • All candidates are subject to pre-employment testing, which may include, but is not limited to, Drug and Alcohol Screenings, Work Fitness Evaluation, Criminal Background Check, and Consumer Report/Credit Check.
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