Heavy Equipment Operator
About The Position
Under general supervision, operates heavy equipment to construct, maintain, and repair City streets, grounds, and facilities and solid waste operations for the Public Works Department. As the Heavy Equipment Operator, you will: Construct, maintain, and repair City streets, storm drains and catch basins. Fabricate, install, maintain, and replace sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and related fixtures using heavy equipment and materials. Operate graders, backhoes, dump trucks, bobcats, crack/chip sealers, concrete finishers, asphalt cutters, and other heavy equipment as required. Operate front-end loader, side loader and/or rear loader solid waste trucks for trash and recycling collection programs. Grade alleys and unpaved streets in accordance with project plans and specifications. Assist street crews to repair (seal cracks/chips and apply asphalt/gravel) and maintain City streets. Dig trenches using a backhoe for water/sewer line installation/repair and hydrant installation. Operate a loader to move sand/dirt as required. Operate heavy equipment to facilitate building construction, maintenance, repair, and/or demolition tasks. Advise Supervisor of construction, maintenance, and/or repair issues and recommends solutions. Establish traffic control safety procedures at work sites. Perform operator-level inspection, servicing, fueling, and maintenance of assigned tools, equipment, and vehicles. Report equipment/vehicle malfunctions to Mechanic or performs minor repairs/adjustments. Operate welding machines/equipment (acetylene and oxygen) to complete assigned projects. Respond to requests from City departments for assistance as needed. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two (2) years full-time journey-level work operating medium/ heavy construction equipment.
- Residency in the United States within 25 miles of San Luis and within the US
- A valid Arizona Commercial Driver’s License (A or B) at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
- San Luis residency.
Responsibilities
- Construct, maintain, and repair City streets, storm drains and catch basins.
- Fabricate, install, maintain, and replace sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and related fixtures using heavy equipment and materials.
- Operate graders, backhoes, dump trucks, bobcats, crack/chip sealers, concrete finishers, asphalt cutters, and other heavy equipment as required.
- Operate front-end loader, side loader and/or rear loader solid waste trucks for trash and recycling collection programs.
- Grade alleys and unpaved streets in accordance with project plans and specifications.
- Assist street crews to repair (seal cracks/chips and apply asphalt/gravel) and maintain City streets.
- Dig trenches using a backhoe for water/sewer line installation/repair and hydrant installation.
- Operate a loader to move sand/dirt as required.
- Operate heavy equipment to facilitate building construction, maintenance, repair, and/or demolition tasks.
- Advise Supervisor of construction, maintenance, and/or repair issues and recommends solutions.
- Establish traffic control safety procedures at work sites.
- Perform operator-level inspection, servicing, fueling, and maintenance of assigned tools, equipment, and vehicles.
- Report equipment/vehicle malfunctions to Mechanic or performs minor repairs/adjustments.
- Operate welding machines/equipment (acetylene and oxygen) to complete assigned projects.
- Respond to requests from City departments for assistance as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
