Heavy Equipment Operator II (Street Maintenance)

Heavy Equipment Operator

Responsible for operating heavy equipment and vehicles in the maintenance, overlay and repair of both streets and alleys.

Starting Salary : $22.16 - $24.95 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Operate top and sides of the asphalt paving machine.

Transport materials between job sites

Address citizen concerns on the job site while in occurrence.

Operate specialized pieces of equipment to : level lift various types of pavements, patch various types of pavements with hot and cold asphalt, crack seal various types of pavements with a hot tar sealant, grade unimproved alleys.

Maintain the functionality, appearance and safety of the work area or facilities in compliance with local, state and federal rules and regulations.

Inspect the overall safety of various job projects. Maintain safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment.

Ensure all safety equipment is being utilized on a daily basis.

Perform pre-trip / post-trip vehicle inspections and complete daily work sheet for equipment operated.

Keep work location and vehicle in order. Inspect and maintain assigned equipment. Identify equipment needs for each assigned project.

Operate heavy equipment in clearing of streets and / or alleys during inclement weather incidents.

Operate / train on specialized pieces of heavy equipment in the absence of Heavy Equipment Crew Leader.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

3 years related experience

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years of related experience

2+ years experience training on / operating heavy equipment

Licenses and Certifications

Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License with a Tanker Endorsement

Valid Class C Texas driver's license

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent works in an outside environment; frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and / or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.