Equipment Operator

City of Kansas City, MO; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their Public Works Department. This full-time role involves utilizing advanced computer-aided drafting and GIS technologies to support bridge repair projects. You will be responsible for creating and modifying engineering drawings, conducting site surveys, and collaborating with architects and engineers. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in technical support and surveying, along with a valid driver's license. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and a chance to contribute to vital infrastructure improvements in the community.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in operating trucks and specialized equipment required.
• Valid state-issued driver's license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes CAD and GIS for drafting and design tasks.
• Conducts preliminary and site surveys for project planning.
• Prepares maps and layouts for utility and structure placements.

Skills

Computer Aided Drafting

GIS Software

Technical Support

Surveying

Traffic Control Design

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GIS Technology

Computer Aided Design Software

Job description

Full-time position available with the Public Works Department, Bridge Repair Division, located at 5300 Municipal Ave

Starting Salary: $20.10-$30.64/hour

Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Application Deadline Date: May 14, 2025

Responsibilities

• Utilizes a computer aided drafting and design system or GIS to create, modify, delete, transfer, copy, store, and plot graphic and data files with emphasis on software and/or in the preparation of drawings and other related engineering data.
• Provides advice to architect/engineers and other technical personnel concerning support capabilities of specific time saving software programs, which can be used.
• Prepares sketches, profiles, and cross-sections for excavation, embankment, structures, and other features.
• Prepares maps and/or layouts identifying and locating utilities, utilities' controls, structures, collection and distribution systems and fire hydrants and places coordinates and property lines.
• Prepares renderings of preliminary plans, details and final plans for modifications for new or existing structures and buildings.
• Develops road alignments and calculates alignment control data.
• Calculates cut-and-fill quantities and adjusts alignments and profiles.
• Develops street grades.
• Analyzes and evaluates drawings to determine their adequacy for meeting specified design requirements.
• Integrates drawings and other documents from a variety of architectural/engineering areas to complete project packets.
• Prepares right-of-way and other land parcel descriptions using metes and bounds terminology.
• Assists in the preparation of contracts, specifications, land descriptions, and other documents.
• Coordinates work with other sections and divisions of the department to assure that designs and drawings are accurate and completed on schedule.
• Designs street grades, storm sewer size, and layouts of the sewer system,
• Performs other detail design work as instructed by project design engineer.
• Maintains accurate records of drawings.
• Studies maps, plans, aerial photographs, and terrain for data to aid in the establishment and location of proposed survey.
• Conducts a variety of preliminary, location and site surveys.
• Establishes center lines, locations of monuments, curves, angular calculations, alignments, property lines and other reference points.
• Stakes as required.
• Designs, approves and inspects traffic control, lighting and electrical system plans to meet national and local standards.
• Records field data, computations, topographical data; prepares site drawings and sketches.
• Maintains field notes indicating lines, angles, distances, chords, traverses, benchmarks, monuments, layout stakes, and details of size, location and elevations of structures and facilities.
• Performs journeyman level inspection work to include water, sewer, street, sidewalk and bridge construction.
• Develops and recommends appropriate methods, procedures, and applications for the effective use of GIS technology.
• Designs, writes, test, implements, and maintains programs for standard and customized GIS applications.
• Performs complex analyses, modeling, and simulation scenarios through the use of GIS software and data sets.
• Performs related duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

REQUIRES 6 months of experience in the operation of trucks and other specialized automotive equipment. Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license in accordance with City of KCMO policies. May be required to possess a valid Missouri Class A, B or C CDL prior to the end of probationary period. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.

Other Information

URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.

Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

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