EQUIPMENT OPERATOR- STREET

City of Sherwood (AR) • Sherwood, AR

80d

About The Position

Operates a variety of contractor's equipment and trucks utilized in construction, maintenance, and repair activities; performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of street, water, and storm drainage systems. Operates trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies. Operates trucks and construction or power equipment, such as mechanized broom, backhoe, man-lift, dump truck, paver, bull dozier and street sweeper. Operates jackhammers, mowers, and other small equipment and tools to maintain street and utility systems. Conducts a daily inspection of tire air pressures, fluid levels, air tanks, hydraulic fluids, transmission fluids, power steering, lights, and other critical parts of a solid waste collection vehicle prior to the execution of the daily tasks. Washes collection vehicles. Works with and assists crews in digging ditches, pole holes, hoisting material, tools, equipment, and any related work with a backhoe or necessary equipment. Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment. Ability to work successfully in extreme hot and/or extreme cold temperatures; excessive humidity; slippery and uneven walking surfaces, excessive noise, and other extreme conditions such as noxious fumes, moving heavy machinery, etc. Perform other duties as assigned and/or required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, plus specialized schooling and/or on-the-job education in machinery or equipment operation.
• Four years of experience using medium and heavy equipment, with two years related to sewer or street systems.
• CDL Class A is required.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 65 pounds constantly and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Considerable knowledge of heavy equipment operating principles.
• Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions in heavy equipment operations.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and enter data accurately.
• Effective communication skills on a one-on-one basis.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of contractor's equipment and trucks for construction, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Performs semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of street, water, and storm drainage systems.
• Operates trucks of various sizes for loading, hauling, and unloading equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Operates construction or power equipment such as mechanized broom, backhoe, man-lift, dump truck, paver, bull dozier, and street sweeper.
• Uses jackhammers, mowers, and other small equipment to maintain street and utility systems.
• Conducts daily inspections of solid waste collection vehicles.
• Washes collection vehicles.
• Assists crews in digging ditches, pole holes, and hoisting materials and tools.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects to supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefit program.
• Participation in the City of Sherwood 457(b) Retirement Plan with a 3% contribution of base salary.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED