Streets Equipment Operator I, II or III

Draper City • Draper, UT

1d • $20 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction of the Public Works Operations Manager and assigned under direct supervision of the Streets Manager and Streets Foreman, performs street construction, maintenance, and repairs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Streets Equipment Operator I – One Year of experience in heavy equipment or training in the areas of street construction, maintenance, and repairs preferred.
• Streets Equipment Operator II – Two years of experience with knowledge in streets construction or related maintenance and repairs. Experience with operating basic heavy equipment. Snowplow experience preferred.
• Streets Equipment Operator III – Four years of experience and proficient in street construction or related maintenance and repairs. Strong leadership skills and capable of mentoring level I and II operators. Capable of loading, unloading and transporting all heavy equipment. Competent and skilled with operating a wide variety of heavy equipment. Snowplow experience preferred.
• Streets Equipment Operator I – Valid Utah Driver License. Must obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver License with Tanker Endorsement within 6-month probationary period.
• Following certifications required or obtained within one year of hire: Flagger
• Streets Equipment Operator II – Valid Utah Driver License. Must obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver License with Tanker Endorsement within 6-month probationary period.
• Following certifications required or obtained within one year of hire: Heavy Equipment Training, Flagger, Forklift, Traffic Control Technician.
• Streets Equipment Operator III – Valid Utah Driver License. Must obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver License with Tanker Endorsement within 6-month probationary period.
• Following certifications required or obtained within one year of hire: Flagger, Forklift, Traffic Control Supervisor, RSI Guardrail or IMSA street light, and OSHA 10 Hour, Heavy Equipment Training including Loader, Backhoe, and Larue Snowblower.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, equipment, and materials required for effective street related operations, maintenance, and repairs
• Knowledge of general safety practices and procedures required
• Knowledge of State of Utah Commercial Driver License rules and regulations
• Strong math, reading, and analytical skills
• Organizing and planning work assignments after instructions are given and complete a wide variety of maintenance activities
• Interpersonal relations in order to deal effectively with the public and other city employees
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time

Nice To Haves

• Training in the areas of street construction, maintenance, and repairs preferred (for I)
• Snowplow experience preferred (for II and III)

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains various street maintenance equipment, such as backhoes, excavators, street sweepers, asphalt rollers, snowplows, and dump trucks.
• Conducts routine inspections and preventive maintenance on a variety of hand tools, light and heavy-duty equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Performs tasks such as street resurfacing, asphalt patching, snow removal, and ice control.
• Conducts concrete work involving patching, repairs, replacement, and new installations.
• Installs, repairs, and replaces street signs and guardrail as needed.
• Paves, stripes, and marks roads for traffic guidance and safety.
• Assists in the setup and cleanup of work zones, including traffic control measures and signage.
• Performs minor repairs and adjustments on equipment as needed, or reports maintenance issues to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains accurate records of work performed, equipment usage, and maintenance activities.
• Handles minor building and facilities maintenance repairs, and miscellaneous repairs and maintenance.
• Follows established safety procedures and regulations while operating equipment and working in various weather conditions.
• Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate tasks and ensure job completion according to schedule.
• Adheres to departmental policies and procedures, as well as local regulations governing street maintenance operations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance (Traditional or HDHP with employer HSA contribution up to $3,400 per benefit year) effective DOH or Medical Cash Out
• Gym and Wellness Incentive Program Reimbursement
• 401(k) up to 3.5% match effective DOH
• Enrollment in Utah Retirement System (URS)
• Employer paid Life Insurance of 100K
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• 13 holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement after new hire probation

What This Job Offers

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