Street Operator

City Of Kalispell • Kalispell, MT

434d • $50,315 - $50,315

About The Position

The Street Operator position at the City of Kalispell involves performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks on city-owned streets and alleys. The role requires operating various types of equipment for the construction, service, and maintenance of city infrastructure, including streets, curbs, gutters, and traffic signs. The operator will work under the supervision of the Street Division Supervisor and is expected to maintain a high standard of attendance and performance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Preferred experience in Street/Road Operations and Maintenance, including operation of large commercial vehicles such as dump trucks and backhoes.
• Valid Montana Driver's license and CDL certification Class A with tanker endorsement, or ability to obtain a Montana CDL Class B with tanker certification within 6 months of hire date.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time and under extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Assists with street and alley construction and maintenance activities within the City.
• Performs job tasks associated with Street Division maintenance, repair, and operation responsibilities including pavement, snow plowing, leaf collection, sidewalks, boulevard, and alleys.
• Responds to complaints regarding City services and infrastructure problems; evaluates the situation(s) and explains findings to their supervisor.
• Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools before and after use.
• Drives trucks and equipment of various sizes and weights; performs loading, hauling, and unloading of various materials.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment.
• Operates light and medium-sized construction and power equipment, such as mechanized broom, backhoe/loader, grader, roller, and plow trucks.
• Performs traffic control duties, including signage, barricading, and flagging.
• Performs required labor tasks involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew or individually.
• Responsible for the operation of all equipment to perform tasks associated with a dedicated snowplow route during the winter months.

Benefits

• 100% paid health insurance for employee & reduced rates for dependents.
• State retirement plan.
• 3-weeks' vacation.
• Paid sick leave.
• 10 State and Federal holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED