Public Works Operator I
About The Position
Come join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in our community, where the well-being of our residents is always our top priority. We offer flexible scheduling options (based on position) and foster professional growth through comprehensive training programs and learning opportunities. Shape your future in a career that empowers you to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment. Work as a crew member operating City vehicles and equipment and performing tasks associated with the maintenance and repair of City infrastructure such as roadways, sidewalks and right of ways in all types of weather conditions. Applicant must have Utah class A or B CDL. Occasionally act as lead worker on small crews. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years operating equipment or three years of related experience working in the construction field either in road construction or concrete finish work.
- General knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in completing infrastructure maintenance and repair tasks.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, work effectively with others, work long hours in stressful weather conditions and to accept call-out responsibility.
- Ability to make sound decisions regarding the best use of City resources in a call-out situation.
- Ability to react to change productively and perform other tasks as assigned.
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
- Valid Utah Class A or B Commercial Driver License without air brake restrictions.
- Loader Level 1 Utah certification within 6 months.
- Must be able to obtain City certifications of equipment including loader, forklift, mower, chipper, roller, crack sealer, tar pot and street sweeper within 2 years of employment.
Nice To Haves
- A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.
Responsibilities
- Operate light duty and heavy duty (exceeding 26,000 lbs. GVW) trucks.
- Operate City equipment including mud jacker, snowplow, loader, forklift, dump truck, mower, chipper, roller, crack sealer, tar pot and street sweeper.
- Perform routine maintenance of equipment as required.
- Perform safety inspections on equipment.
- Track and fill out daily work reports including labor, equipment and materials used on specific work tasks.
- Actively participate in crew meetings and decision making.
- Assignment to 12-hour (am or pm) snowplow shift.
- Ability to report to work within 30 minutes of call out when placed on stand-by by shift supervisor.
- Respond to emergency after hours callouts when assigned.
- Flag traffic and erect and dismantle barricades, signs and cones.
- Know and follow blue staking requirements.
- Learn and follow department policies and procedures governing safety and work performed.
- Demonstrate awareness of safety conditions that affect all crew members.
- Recognize potential safety problems and take action to correct them.
- Act as lead worker on small crews that include Maintenance workers or seasonal employees.
- Track daily work accomplished including hours of labor, equipment and materials used for each task.
Benefits
- health, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
