Equipment Operator

City of Katy • Katy, TX

4d

About The Position

SUMMARY: Operates and maintains a variety of trucks and light equipment; clears road debris, participates in sign maintenance and repair, and maintains right-of-way, alley, and easement areas. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Operates, transports, and maintains various types of equipment including but not limited to backhoes, small trucks, tractor mowers, and other light motorized equipment. Maintains easements and right-of-ways; edges, mows, and trims vegetation and weeds; removes garbage and debris; levels unpaved surfaces and fills pot holes; re-posts traffic control devices and barriers. Performs cement and asphalt repairs including sealing cracks and pot holes; repairs and replaces broken or damaged signs; replaces and installs street reflectors, barriers, and advisory signs. Completes storm water ditch maintenance; inspects ditches; clears blockages and repairs or replaces structures; jets pipelines; clears grates; inspects illegal dumping and discharge to aid in pollution prevention. Participates in City-wide emergency response as necessary; clears debris from accidents and weather events; posts advisory and warning signs, conducts traffic control. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; AND one (1) year of equipment operation and maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of: Equipment operation methods and techniques.
• Safety processes, procedures, and practices.
• Accessory applications and operations.
• Basic motorized equipment repair and preventative maintenance methods.
• Skill in: Operating various types of equipment according to safety protocol.
• Working in various weather conditions.
• Following instructions.
• Valid State Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Operates, transports, and maintains various types of equipment including but not limited to backhoes, small trucks, tractor mowers, and other light motorized equipment.
• Maintains easements and right-of-ways; edges, mows, and trims vegetation and weeds; removes garbage and debris; levels unpaved surfaces and fills pot holes; re-posts traffic control devices and barriers.
• Performs cement and asphalt repairs including sealing cracks and pot holes; repairs and replaces broken or damaged signs; replaces and installs street reflectors, barriers, and advisory signs.
• Completes storm water ditch maintenance; inspects ditches; clears blockages and repairs or replaces structures; jets pipelines; clears grates; inspects illegal dumping and discharge to aid in pollution prevention.
• Participates in City-wide emergency response as necessary; clears debris from accidents and weather events; posts advisory and warning signs, conducts traffic control.
• Performs other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees