Heavy Equipment Operator

Bismarck, City of•Bismarck, ND

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position operates heavy equipment in the repair and maintenance of city roads and streets. Duties include snow and ice removal, street repairs, street cleaning, installation of traffic signs and pavement markings, and maintenance of rights-of-way. The position also maintains radio contact with dispatchers, inspects and maintains assigned vehicles and equipment, and assists with traffic control at work sites. During winter months, the operator is on call 24/7 and works 12-hour shifts, seven days a week, during snow and ice fighting operations. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The City of Bismarck does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with completion of high school or equivalent.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties, usually associated with completion of an apprenticeship or internship, or one to two years in a similar position.
Possess, or be able to readily obtain within six months of employment, a valid North Dakota Class B driver's license with air brakes and tanker endorsement for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Knowledge of techniques, equipment, and supplies used in street and right-of-way maintenance.
Knowledge of city and departmental safety policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the city's geography, including street names and locations.
Skill in operating assigned vehicles, trucks, heavy equipment, and computerized controls or devices in the equipment.
Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
Skill in using hand and power tools.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

Participate in snow and ice removal operations, including being on call 24/7 during winter months and working 12-hour shifts seven days a week during snow and ice fighting operations.
Operate backhoes, front-end loaders, motor graders, and other heavy equipment.
Make asphalt street repairs using a paver, roller, durapatcher, hotbox, and cold mix patch; seal cracks.
Operate brine-making equipment.
Operate a street sweeper to clean city streets.
Install traffic signs and pavement markings.
Operate a tractor and bush hog to maintain rights-of-way.
Maintain radio contact with dispatchers to send and receive information.
Maintain assigned vehicles and equipment and perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Set up and assist with traffic control at work sites.
Perform related duties.