Heavy Equipment Operator, Wastewater

City Of Southlake•Southlake, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Southlake is looking for a qualified Heavy Equipment Operator to help maintain the critical wastewater infrastructure that keeps our city running every day. The Wastewater Division manages the daily operations of Southlake's sewer system. The Division supports the collection system to over 7,500 sanitary sewer customers and repairs and performs preventative maintenance on over 200 miles of wastewater pipeline, as well as 13 collection system lift stations. Specifically, the Heavy Equipment Operator, Wastewater operates a variety of heavy equipment in the maintenance, repair, replacement, and development of the streets and drainage systems, water distribution, sewer collection systems, or parkland and recreation facilities.

Requirements

  • Possession of a Class B Commercial Texas Driver's License and the ability to obtain a Tanker Endorsement within 6 months of hire date.
  • Work requires unusual hours and the ability to be on call after business hours.

Nice To Haves

  • Possession of Class II Wastewater Collections and/or a TCEQ (Texas Commission on Environmental Quality) Class C Water Distribution license.

Responsibilities

  • Operates tractor backhoes, crane hoists, motor graders, Gradall excavators, crack sealers, tractors for mowing, gas and electrical metal welders, hydraulic sewer main cleaners, and/or other equipment and machinery.
  • Assists other departments and divisions as necessary.

Benefits

  • Overtime & on-call pay
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • All uniforms and equipment provided
  • Competitive pay
  • Exceptional medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Retirement program (TMRS) with City matching 2:1
  • 2 weeks Paid Vacation (first year)
  • 3 weeks Paid Vacation (year two +)
  • Sick Time
  • 10 paid holidays
  • City paid LTD, AD&D, and Life insurance
  • Longevity Pay
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Complimentary membership to Champions Club at The Marq Southlake
  • Ongoing training
  • City-provided certifications
  • Employee Assistance Program
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