Sr. Equipment Operator

The City of Fort Worth•Weatherford, TX

16h•$27 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

A Senior Equipment Operator position is available with the City of Fort Worth Transportation and Public Works Street Operations Division. The selected candidate will work in the Potholes Sector, which is responsible for performing permanent pothole repairs throughout the city. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and experience performing pothole repairs, including properly squaring and preparing the pothole, removing debris, applying tack, placing fresh asphalt, and properly compacting the repair to ensure a durable and sustainable finish. The candidate will also be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work area and documenting completed repairs by taking photographs that clearly demonstrate the quality and sustainability of the repair from start to finish.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED with additional specialized training in pothole and asphalt repair operations
Three (3) years of experience operating motorized or construction equipment used in street maintenance and roadway repairs
Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License Class "A" or "B" at the time of hire based on assignment with no air brake restrictions

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of asphalt maintenance experience
Traffic Control (MUTCD) and safety procedures
Experience with power tools, hand tools, heavy equipment, and other tools related to concrete work and street maintenance

Responsibilities

Operate on-road equipment, including operating a dump truck and/ or tractor trailer
Operate heavy equipment such as pothole truck, backhoe, skid steer, excavator, and other various heavy equipment
Pothole repair and maintenance
Traffic Control (MUTCD) and safety procedures
Knowledge and use of data entry systems such as VueWorks and/or work order management systems
Work zone set up and job site safety
Trains new crew members and monitors performance