Equipment Operator (DCOPS) - North Side (Eligible for Hiring/Retention Incentive)

San Antonio Water System•San Antonio, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Operator is responsible for performing a variety of labor duties to include operating and transporting light to heavy equipment for the repair, construction, and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection system. This job has an automatic progression plan. An employee hired as an Equipment Operator will automatically advance to Senior Equipment Operator upon reaching 5 years of continuous experience as an Equipment Operator with SAWS.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Six months’ experience operating equipment in the construction, water, wastewater or similar work environment.
Pass position specific physical testing.
Valid Texas Class “A” Commercial Driver License.
Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class "A" Commercial Drivers License

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains medium to heavy equipment such as dump truck, front-end loader, skid loader, backhoe, compact excavator, trencher, and mobile concrete mixing truck.
Excavates and backfills trenches in order to complete repairs.
Transports equipment, tools, and materials to and from job sites.
Loads and unloads materials from trucks.
Stocks vehicle with necessary equipment and material.
Cleans, organizes and maintains facilities, tools and equipment.
Observes and promotes all established safety procedures.
Interprets as-built drawings, schematics, block maps, and construction plans.
Assists with the set-up of work zone barricades and signs for traffic control.
Conducts inventory of tools, equipment, and materials.
Conducts inspections of equipment and reports mechanical concerns/issues for repair.
May provide training on the proper usage of tools and equipment.
May provide training for Texas Class A commercial driver license.
May provide guidance to crew in the absence of the Foreman.
May perform manual labor work related to maintenance and construction.
Performs other duties as assigned.