Heavy Equipment Operator

City of Joplin, MO•Joplin, MO

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, performs skilled work in the operation of small to heavy maintenance and construction equipment, and performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind work assignments and make reasonable accommodations for qualified employees. Regular and consistent attendance is essential. This role involves operating heavy construction equipment, performing various maintenance tasks, and contributing to the Public Works Department.

Requirements

Knowledge of relevant traffic laws and regulations.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions for operating heavy equipment.
Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and materials used in construction, maintenance, and/or sewer cleaning work.
Skill in understanding and following oral and written instructions.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Skill in operating and maintaining a variety of heavy maintenance and/or construction equipment.
Skill in operating and maintaining assigned equipment.
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Three years full-time medium and/or heavy construction or maintenance equipment operation required.
Possess and maintain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with the Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements at time of appointment.
Must possess the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to perform light to heavy physical work in confined spaces.
Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment.
Finger and hand dexterity is needed to safely operate equipment and tools.
Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 100 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
Assignments may require training and work in trenches and confined spaces.

Nice To Haves

Five years of full-time medium and/or heavy construction or maintenance equipment operation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operates heavy construction equipment such as bulldozer, snowplow, motor grader, large excavator/backhoe, front end loader, TV camera equipped sewer truck, and sewer cleaning equipment including a jet rodder and Vactor truck.
Operates small or medium equipment as needed for project completion.
Operates equipment used to complete ditch cleaning.
Performs snow removal.
Performs concrete work such as driveway, sidewalks, curb, and gutter.
Installs and repairs stormwater pipe, box and catch basin.
Performs major road repairs.
Inspects and maintains fluid levels; refuels equipment as necessary.
Performs other preventative maintenance depending on the equipment operated.
Drives equipment to and from the work site.
Operates equipment on and near roadways, easements, rights-of-way, and City property.
Serves as crew leader on job sites.
Contributes effectively to the Public Works Department.
Communicates effectively with co-workers, both within the department as well as outside the department.
Maintains satisfactory attendance to ensure duties are performed without negatively impacting co-workers or delivery of service to the public.
Attends and participates effectively at departmental staff meetings.
Maintains the confidentiality of files, records, reports as required by law, City policy, and procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.