Position will be open until filled.
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GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, performs skilled work in the operation of a variety of motorized equipment and heavy equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
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PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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• Performs skilled and semi-skilled construction, maintenance and road repair work; assists in resurfacing, oiling, patching, sweeping, grading and shaping roads; digs and fills holes; clears and repairs roadway, shoulders and adjoining areas; installs, cleans, repairs and maintains sewers, water pipes and hydrants; clears trash, brush, weeds and debris from roadways, grounds and facilities.
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• Operates a wide range of specialized vehicles and motorized equipment, including front-end loader, dump truck, bulldozer, grader, backhoe, tractor, street sweeper, oil distributor, spreader, scraper, roller, chipper, and water truck.
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• Inspects, cleans and performs routine maintenance work on trucks and heavy equipment; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
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• Operates power equipment and specialized trucks to transport trash, debris and biosolids.
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• Hauls materials, and transports vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks.
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• Loads and unloads materials using power equipment.
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• Completes required daily logs and reports.
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• Performs tasks in the interest of public safety and property protection during emergencies; performs traffic control activities as needed; reports safety hazards and traffic problems.
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• Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed.
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• Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. This is an on-call position to include weekends and holidays.
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• Regular and timely attendance is required.
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• Other duties as assigned.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Education and Experience:
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High School diploma or equivalent; and three years' experience operating specialized vehicles and heavy equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Required Licenses or Certifications:
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• Must possess a valid Texas Commercial Driver License Class A with a good driving record (additional compensation available for CDL A of $300/month).
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• Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.
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• Specific technical skills training and certifications may be required.
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Required Knowledge of:
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• City policies and procedures.
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• Federal and state traffic and safety regulations.
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• City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
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• Methods, tools and equipment used in repair and maintenance of streets and facilities.
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• Operation, maintenance, repair and safety standards for motorized equipment and vehicles.
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• Occupational hazards and safety precautions in using heavy equipment.
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Required Skill in:
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• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.
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• Using specialized tools and heavy motorized equipment to perform maintenance and repair work.
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• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
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• Making routine operating adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
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• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers and the public.
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Physical Demands / Work Environment:
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• Work is performed outdoors.
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• Requires constant physical efforts, and ability to lift and carry up to 113 pounds.
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Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.