Street- Heavy Equipment Operator

Town Of Pecos City•Pecos, TX

29d•Onsite

About The Position

In a team environment or independently, the Heavy Equipment Operator performs semi-skilled and skilled work maintaining streets and storm drainage systems. The role operates a variety of equipment and trucks used in construction, maintenance, and repair activities, and performs manual labor to maintain streets, storm drain infrastructure, and City facilities. Duties vary by assignment and individual skills and must be performed within the scope of authority and in accordance with safety regulations and procedures. The position reports directly to the Streets Crew Chief/Supervisor and does not exercise supervision. Work is generally performed outdoors in a range of weather and site conditions, including areas with vehicle traffic. Candidates offered the job must complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check; the Town of Pecos City is a drug-free workplace.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Texas Class C Driver's License.
Ability to operate light to heavy equipment and understand its operating principles.
Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to light and heavy equipment operations.
Basic working knowledge of methods, materials, and tools used in streets and utility maintenance.
Ability to assess work-site safety, use judgment and reasoning to evaluate work orders, identify potential problems, and establish priorities.
Critical-thinking, problem-solving, organizational, time-management, and mechanical skills.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, understand and carry out written and oral instructions, and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other departments, and the public.
Ability to work as part of a team and develop skills in equipment and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver's License.
One year of experience involving the use of light to heavy equipment, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

Operate specialized light and heavy equipment, tools, vehicles, and trucks.
Perform manual labor to maintain streets, storm drains, infrastructure, and City facilities.
Assist with resurfacing, oiling, patching, sweeping, grading, and shaping roads, and with digging and filling holes.
Clear and repair roadways, shoulders, and adjoining areas.
Remove trash, brush, weeds, and debris from roadways, structures, grounds, and facilities.
Assist with installation and maintenance of traffic control devices and perform traffic control as needed.
Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
Identify and report mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
Maintain regular attendance and work safely in occupied environments, including areas with vehicle traffic.
Complete duties assigned by the supervisor and keep the job site, work area, and tools clean.
Share workload with the crew, acquire skills in equipment and procedures, and help train and orient new workers.
Perform other duties as assigned.