Equipment Operator

City of Memphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Memphis seeks a skilled Equipment Operator to drive tandem axle trucks and other assigned equipment, transporting sand, debris, and vegetation. You will work under supervision, perform routine maintenance, and assist with street cleaning tasks as needed.

A valid Class B CDL is required, along with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions and knowledge of Memphis area preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class B Tennessee (or equivalent out-of-state) CDL.
• Ability to read, write and understand written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate tandem axle trucks and other equipment to transport and dump materials.
• Set up barricades and reset inlet grates as required.
• Perform routine maintenance such as fueling, lubrication, and cleaning.
• Repair drainage structures and perform ditch maintenance.
• Load/unload materials and assist with traffic control when needed.

Skills

Valid Class B CDL

Reading and writing instructions

Tandem axle equipment operation

Job description

Salary Range: $45,371.82 - $45,371.82

Works under the supervision of an assigned supervisor. Operates various types of trucks including tandem axle equipped with dump body to transport and dump loose materials such as sand, crushed pavement, or vegetation debris if assigned. Operates barricade truck to reset inlet grates, manholes, and set up barricades in the right-of-way if assigned. May operate various equipment including Flushers in street cleaning operations and PB Loaders. Performs routine maintenance such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning of equipment. Repairs and performs maintenance of drainage structures and road-side ditches. Loads and unloads materials, tools and equipment from trucks. Digs, spreads, and levels material or dirt using shovel. Uses air hammer to break out concrete. Uses chain saw and hand saw to remove trees from drainage ditches. Lifts, carries, and holds materials, tools, and supplies to various work sites. Assist with traffic control by providing manual directions such as operating arrow boards and traffic flow at specified locations if assigned.

Ability to read, write and understand written and verbal instructions. Working experience driving tandem axle equipment required. Must possess and maintain a valid Class "B" Tennessee (or equivalent out-of-state) Commercial Driver's License and must comply with Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) Alcohol and Drug testing rules as a condition of continued employment. Knowledge of geographic area of Memphis preferred.