Heavy Equipment Operator

City of San Juan, Texas•San Juan, TX

14h

About The Position

Under immediate supervision, the Heavy Equipment Operator performs a variety of labor duties, including operating and transporting light to heavy equipment for the repair, construction, and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection system. The position has little or no contact with the public and no supervisory responsibilities. The operator works primarily outdoors and may encounter inclement weather, wastewater, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and confined-space hazards, fumes, excessive noise, heavy traffic, deep excavations, animals, snakes, and poisonous insects. The role may require work outside regular schedules, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call periods, and rotating shifts. The employee may need to meet applicable requirements for personal protective equipment, including clearance for respiratory protection.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent; applicants without one at hire will be afforded an opportunity to acquire it within nine months of employment.
Eighteen months of experience in construction, water, wastewater, or a similar work environment, including six months of heavy-equipment operating experience.
Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position and work in adverse weather conditions.
Knowledge of the operating characteristics and safety procedures for equipment being operated.
Knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in construction.
Knowledge of excavation, confined-space, high-pressure, electrical, and other safety hazards found in a construction environment.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, understand and follow written and verbal instructions, and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public.
Valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver License and satisfactory driving record.
TCEQ-issued Class D License, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain medium to heavy equipment, including a Vactor Truck (Combo Unit), dump truck, front-end loader, skid loader, backhoe, compact excavator, trencher, and mobile concrete mixing truck.
Excavate and backfill trenches to complete repairs.
Transport equipment, tools, and materials to and from job sites.
Load and unload materials from trucks and stock vehicles with necessary equipment and materials.
Clean, organize, and maintain facilities, tools, and equipment.
Observe and promote established safety procedures.
Interpret as-built drawings, schematics, block maps, and construction plans.
Assist with setting up work-zone barricades and signs for traffic control.
Conduct inventory of tools, equipment, and materials.
Inspect equipment and report mechanical concerns or issues for repair.
May train others in proper tool and equipment use and provide training for a Texas Class B commercial driver license.
May guide the crew in the absence of the Crew Leader.
May perform manual labor related to maintenance and construction.
Perform other duties as assigned.