Heavy Equipment Operator I

City of Garland • New York, NY

3d • $21 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for operating equipment in removing asphalt/concrete pavement, excavating earth, placing, and compacting recycled concrete, base materials, asphalt, and performing installation, repair, and maintenance related tasks.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6 months of experience in heavy equipment operation and maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job.
• Valid Class A Texas Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement (or ability to obtain within 6 months).
• Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Operate and train staff on construction equipment such as backhoe loaders, industrial box blade/loaders, skid steer loaders, utility wheel loaders, compactors, rotary mixers and tractors with 30-yeard end dump trailers.
• Set paving forms, cut and place rebar, place and finish concrete, remove paving forms, clean debris, and backfill new pavement with soil and sod.
• Inspect and maintain the safe operation of heavy equipment and vehicles, including performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete daily worksheet.
• Respond to weather events and emergencies, including the ability to work shift schedules when required
• Operate sanding trucks and aggregate spreaders on bridges, intersections, and streets
• Load and deliver traffic control devices for high water events, and perform final clean-up to ensure alleys and streets are passable for emergency vehicles.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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