EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

CITY OF TAYLOR • Taylor, TX

39d • Onsite

About The Position

Maintains city’s Streets, Parks and Right of Ways in a safe, effective, and efficient manner. Duties include: operating construction equipment, heavy machinery and repairing, maintaining facilities and equipment. Maintenance of streets, Parks, curb & gutter systems, Storm sewer systems and street signage. Must be available to work overtime and be “On Call” as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Ability to operate heavy machinery
• ability to move 50 pounds, occasionally move 100 pounds
• ability to understand written and verbal instruction
• ability to work safely and effectively with others
• Works outdoors in hot, cold, and/or wet weather, exposure to noise and vibration from machinery, toxic chemicals and gases, work in confined spaces (storm sewers, manholes, and drainage structures)
• High school graduate, or its equivalent.
• One (1) year experience in roadway maintenance-related work preferred.
• OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of street maintenance procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Asphalt pavement repair and pavement level-up.
• Maintenance of curb & gutter systems and storm sewer systems.
• Maintenance and repair of city owned signage
• Maintenance and repair of city park grounds, and right of ways.
• Keeps shop area clean, equipment, and department vehicles
• Operates heavy and motorized equipment including backhoe, dump trucks, front-end loader, and other equipment as assigned.
• Provides quality customer service to city staff, the general public, and all other work contacts.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.
• Works with Street/ Grounds Maintenance, Water Department and as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED