Equipment Operator II

City of Edinburg•Edinburg, TX

1d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator II to operate a variety of light to heavy equipment involved in construction, hauling, industrial service and maintenance projects. This position is essential to the city's operations, involving maintenance on streets, utility systems, landfills, and providing trash & debris collection services. The role also requires performing preventative maintenance inspections and minor repairs on equipment, and assisting other divisions as needed. This role is ideal for someone seeking engaging, hands-on work and an opportunity to advance their career in a rapidly growing city.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) years of experience with medium and/or heavy equipment/vehicle operating or comparable experience.
Must have a current and valid class "B" commercial driver's license (CDL) with an air brake endorsement from the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Attentive to detail.
Enjoy working as part of a team.
Dependability.

Nice To Haves

Community college, vocational, business, technical, or correspondence school certifications.
Three (3) years' experience in medium and/or heavy equipment/vehicle operating, or comparable experience.
A current and valid class "A" CDL with Air Brake Endorsement from the Texas Department of Public Safety.
For those applicants with No Diploma or GED and No CDL, applicants must have 5 years of verifiable related Heavy Equipment Operation experience and must be under conditional letter requirement to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) within six (6) months of initial employment with the Department. The applicant must present a CLP within the first 60-90-day probationary period; however, the applicant must complete their ELDT training and receive their CDL prior to the end of the 6-month period.
For those applicants who do not meet the 2 years' experience; a Diploma or GED with a CDL, and 1 year of verifiable CDL (OTR) experience or Certificate of ELDT Training; may substitute for the 2 years' experience.

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of light to heavy equipment involved in construction, hauling, industrial service and maintenance projects.
Coordinate the maintenance and operation of city equipment with minimal supervision.
Perform maintenance on designated streets, utility systems, and landfills.
Provide trash & debris collection services for residents.
Perform preventative maintenance inspections and minor repairs on equipment.
Fill out daily reports and other forms for machinery use, service requests, and inventory control.
Respond to emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, accidents, and hazardous material spills.
Provide assistance and support to other divisions within the department as needed.