Heavy Equipment Operator I - Parks and Recreation

City of Denton•Denton, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator I is responsible for maintaining and constructing parks, public buildings, medians, and rights-of-way throughout the city. Under general supervision, the employee operates light- to medium-sized motorized construction and maintenance equipment and larger equipment as needed. The role also involves grounds maintenance, equipment upkeep and safety inspections, custodial work, and public-service response during storms and inclement weather. The position requires regular on-site attendance and work outdoors in all kinds of weather. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime when requested. The employee rotates weekend trash-route duty and high-water on-call duty throughout the year and responds to after-hours calls for high water, storm damage, and ice or snow control.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Three years of experience operating and maintaining light equipment and other grounds-maintenance equipment.
Class A CDL, or ability to obtain one within six months of employment, as stated in the minimum qualifications.
Must possess a valid Class A CDL with air-brake endorsements, or a valid Class C driver's license with a good driving record and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement within one year of employment.
Must pass a drug test, driver's-license check, criminal-history background check, and Social Security number verification check.
Must pass a physical examination.
Must be able to work Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and work overtime when requested.
Must have or be able to maintain a Texas Department of Agriculture Non-Commercial Applicators License or an industry-approved equivalent within 18 months of employment.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers.
Ability to work in all kinds of weather.
Ability to read and understand reference books and complicated procedures, including blueprints and equipment-operation manuals.
Skill in operating a backhoe, skid steer loader, and dump truck.
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Texas Department of Agriculture Non-Commercial Applicators License or an industry-approved equivalent.
Texas Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

Operate light- to medium-sized construction and maintenance equipment, and larger motorized equipment as needed.
Perform public-service functions during storms and inclement weather, including responding to high water, storm damage, and ice and snow removal or control.
Plant, fertilize, cultivate, and irrigate turf, trees, and shrubs; mow, trim, and edge grounds.
Perform skilled work using hand tools, power tools, and small equipment.
Inspect equipment and trucks before and after use; clean equipment, perform minor maintenance, and report problems to a supervisor.
Inspect equipment, park structures, and playgrounds for safety compliance.
Clean park restrooms, concession areas, and general park areas; perform custodial duties and litter control at public locations.
Rotate weekend trash-route duty and high-water on-call duty throughout the year.
Read and understand reference books, manuals, and current industry operating practices.
Set up, work, and tear down special events and tournaments.
Perform dirt work and set grades using transits.
Maintain regular and punctual on-site attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.