LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (WASTEWATER COLLECTION)

City of San Angelo (TX) • San Angelo, TX

48d

About The Position

A light equipment operator to join our team and, under general supervision, operate a variety of specialized light equipment and performs manual labor tasks to maintain and repair City streets, facilities and infrastructure in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

Requirements

• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Making routine operating adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers and the public.
• High School diploma or equivalent; and two years of maintenance work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver License with a good driving record (additional compensation available for CDL B of $175/month).
• Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.
• Specific technical skills training and certifications may be required.
• City policies and procedures.
• City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Methods, tools and equipment used in repair and maintenance of streets and facilities.
• Operation, maintenance, repair and safety standards for motorized equipment and vehicles.
• Traffic laws and rules for vehicle and equipment operation.
• Work is performed outdoors; requires constant physical efforts, and ability to lift and carry up to 113 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operating a variety of specialized light equipment and performs manual labor tasks to maintain streets, infrastructure and City facilities; duties will vary according to job assignment and individual skills.
• Performing skilled and semiskilled construction, maintenance and general labor work within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Assisting in resurfacing, oiling, patching, sweeping, grading and shaping roads; digs and fills holes; clears and repairs roadway, shoulders and adjoining areas; installing, cleaning, repairing and maintaining sewers and water pipes; clearing trash, brush, weeds and debris from roadways, structures, grounds and facilities.
• Performing traffic control activities as needed.
• Operating and maintaining a variety of vehicles, tools and specialized equipment.
• Inspecting, cleaning and performing routine maintenance work on vehicles and equipment; identifying and reporting mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Cleaning and maintaining City facilities; making minor facility repairs; assisting with the construction of new facilities and installation of equipment.
• Cleaning up and storing hazardous materials according to City policy and procedures; responds to emergencies as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED