Equipment Operator (Utilities)

City of Friendswood•Friendswood, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Friendswood Street & Drainage Department of Public Works is currently accepting applications for an Equipment Operator for the Public Works Department, Utilities Division. This role provides support in the Utilities section of Public Works maintenance programs for all public water and sanitary sewer infrastructure within the City of Friendswood. The position involves operating heavy and light equipment to construct or maintain public water and sanitary sewer infrastructure, and provides intermittent supervision of maintenance crews.

Requirements

Three to five years of supervisory or related experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Class D Water Distribution License
Class 1 Collection license

Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment in the performance of duties as required.
Operates light or heavy trucks to haul crew members, materials and equipment to and from the work sites.
Makes repairs as necessary utilizing tools and a variety of light and heavy equipment.
May discuss, analyze and/or resolve simple citizen's complaints and/or problems associated with city infrastructure while in the field.
Assists the Crew Leaders and Assistant Superintendent in inspecting work completed to ensure quality and completeness, and in overseeing the implementation of preventative maintenance program for all equipment.
Complies with normal safety precautions to prevent injury or accidents to self and others.
Assists in overseeing the safe operation and proper maintenance of division vehicles, light maintenance equipment, and heavy construction equipment.
Provides back up support to Crew Leaders.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Being a hands on leader.