Heavy Equipment Operator (Paved Streets)

City of Lubbock • Lubbock, TX

23h

About The Position

Operates and services heavier construction equipment, including backhoes less than 5 feet, mowers, dump trucks, front end loaders, skid steers, salt spreaders, and other equipment of comparable size and complexity. The role supports maintenance of streets, alleyways, and other city rights of way. It also includes equipment and truck maintenance, field repairs, operating vehicle attachments and light equipment when assigned, and related duties as directed. The employee may assist with snow operations during inclement weather and must be available for rotational after-hours on-call duty.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a combination of relevant education and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) within one year of hire.
• Pass a required physical exam.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in construction or maintenance activities.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely.
• Ability to perform maintenance and service work and make field repairs on trucks and heavy equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Walk and stand during a shift; climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, poles, and inclined surfaces; continuously push and pull objects; frequently flex and rotate the upper trunk; reach above, at, or below shoulder height; and coordinate eye, hand, and foot movements to operate vehicles and machinery.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating motorized construction equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoes less than 5 feet, mowers, dump trucks, front end loaders, skid steers, salt spreaders, and comparable construction equipment.
• Maintain and service equipment and trucks.
• Operate mechanical attachments and equipment on vehicles.
• Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned.
• Assist with maintenance of streets, alleyways, and other city rights of way.
• Perform maintenance, service work, and field repairs on trucks and heavy equipment.
• Assist during inclement weather by operating snow equipment during Emergency Operations.
• Be available for after-hours on-call duty on a rotational basis.
• Perform related duties as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED