Heavy Equipment Operator- Water Distribution

City of Carrollton•Carrollton, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing duties that are primarily related to operating heavy equipment. Heavy equipment operated will vary by area of assignment. Performs the more technical work of maintenance projects requiring related experience. Work is performed with limited supervision. Operates a variety of light to heavy equipment at assigned job sites, which may include: Gradall, tractor trailer, excavator, bulldozer, roller, dump trucks, concrete mixers, backhoes, forklifts, loaders, skid steer, concrete breaker, and/or other related items. Wastewater operators will operate a jet truck, vacuum trucks, and a CCTV truck. Performs preventative maintenance on applicable equipment. Participates in monitoring and maintaining appropriate inventory levels to ensure efficient division operations. Participates in a variety of skilled maintenance activities in assigned area of responsibility, which may include: repairing water and sewer lines; installing and repairing fire hydrants; monitoring water and sewer lines for leaks; implementing landscape and asphalt repairs; repairing and/or replacing items that have been damaged by excavation activities; and/or, performing other related activities. Monitors the work of external contractors, providing technical guidance and expertise and ensuring contract terms and specifications are met. Sets up traffic warning devices and barricades and directs traffic around work sites. Checks and inspects barricades daily for proper placement and visibility. Completes a variety of logs, documents, and/or simple reports regarding quantity of materials handled, equipment operations, and/or other related information. Prepares and cleans up work sites. Transports equipment and/or materials to designated job site(s). Participates in winter weather operational activities. Responds to emergency operation and on-call situations. Performs other duties as assigned. Specifically for Water Distribution, performs a wide variety of activities in support of water utility maintenance activities, which includes: making new taps; installing new services; setting up transitions; repairing water and sewer lines; fixing and maintaining fire hydrants; fixing and maintaining valves; changing out meters; investigating water leaks; and/or, performing other related activities.

Requirements

Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local vehicle ordinances
Knowledge of construction practices in assigned area of responsibility
Knowledge of tools, materials, and methods in assigned specialty area
Knowledge of occupational hazards and related safety precautions
Knowledge of applicable maintenance equipment
Knowledge of a variety of hand and power tools
Skilled in reading maps, schematics, and/or other related drawings
Skilled in writing, reading and comprehending instructions in English
Skilled in performing skilled maintenance work in a safe, efficient manner
Skilled in performing manual labor
Skilled in operating and maintaining small to heavy-sized equipment and trucks
Skilled in performing skilled maintenance and repair activities
Skilled in operating, maintaining, and repairing a variety of hand and power tools
Skilled in gathering and analyzing information and making recommendations based on findings and in support of organizational goals
Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications
Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals
Must possess a TCEQ Class D Water license (for Water Distribution)
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
One year of related equipment operations experience.
Must possess a valid motor vehicle driver license.
Must pass pre-employment drug test.
Must pass criminal history check.
Must pass motor vehicle records check.
Must obtain Class A-CDL Texas Driver's License within 6 months of employment.
Must obtain TCEQ Class C Water Distribution license within thirty months of employment.

Nice To Haves

Class A Commercial Driver License.
TCEQ issued occupational license

Responsibilities

Operates a variety of light to heavy equipment at assigned job sites, which may include: Gradall, tractor trailer, excavator, bulldozer, roller, dump trucks, concrete mixers, backhoes, forklifts, loaders, skid steer, concrete breaker, and/or other related items.
Wastewater operators will operate a jet truck, vacuum trucks, and a CCTV truck.
Performs preventative maintenance on applicable equipment.
Participates in monitoring and maintaining appropriate inventory levels to ensure efficient division operations.
Participates in a variety of skilled maintenance activities in assigned area of responsibility, which may include: repairing water and sewer lines; installing and repairing fire hydrants; monitoring water and sewer lines for leaks; implementing landscape and asphalt repairs; repairing and/or replacing items that have been damaged by excavation activities; and/or, performing other related activities.
Monitors the work of external contractors, providing technical guidance and expertise and ensuring contract terms and specifications are met.
Sets up traffic warning devices and barricades and directs traffic around work sites.
Checks and inspects barricades daily for proper placement and visibility.
Completes a variety of logs, documents, and/or simple reports regarding quantity of materials handled, equipment operations, and/or other related information.
Prepares and cleans up work sites.
Transports equipment and/or materials to designated job site(s).
Participates in winter weather operational activities.
Responds to emergency operation and on-call situations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Performs a wide variety of activities in support of water utility maintenance activities, which includes: making new taps; installing new services; setting up transitions; repairing water and sewer lines; fixing and maintaining fire hydrants; fixing and maintaining valves; changing out meters; investigating water leaks; and/or, performing other related activities.
Able to temporarily step in to the Crew Leader role in the event of Crew Leader’s absence.