Equipment Operator A - Water
City Of Kingman
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Job summary
The City of Kingman seeks an Equipment Operator A in the Public Works Water Division to perform skilled heavy equipment operation and support water system maintenance. This role involves training through a paid program, with a path to CDL A and potential progression to Equipment Operator B.
Shift details, safety emphasis, and on-the-job paid training are included. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, four years of heavy equipment experience (two in utilities or street systems),
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Four (4) years’ experience operating medium and heavy equipment, two of which must relate to utilities or streets.
- Must obtain CDL Class A within 6 months of hire; might require NIMS training certifications; Flagging Certification may be needed.
Responsibilities
- Operate most complex equipment such as asphalt distributor truck and motor grader; supervise ground crew.
- Repair and maintain water/wastewater transmission mains, distribution lines, pumps, and related items.
- Set up traffic control and signs; assist with emergency operations and clean-up.
- Perform pre/post-trip inspections and ensure safety standards are followed.
- Provide excellent customer service and maintain regular attendance.
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We are seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to perform medium-to-heavy duty equipment operations maintaining city water systems and supporting essential Public Works maintenance projects. Work requires considerable skill in manipulating medium to heavy motor equipment and constant attention to safety of operation in order to prevent accidents. This class differs from Equipment Operator B due to the higher degree of skill required and the greater responsibility for safe and efficient operation and care of complex heavy construction equipment.
- Graduation from high school diploma or GED equivalent;
- Four (4) years’ experience involving the use of medium and heavy equipment, two (2) of which must have been related to utility or street systems.
- Any combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.
- Valid Arizona Commercial Driver’s License Class A or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
- Based on assignment, may be required to participate and obtain NIMS (National Incident Management System) training certifications.
- Flagging Certification
The Equipment Operator A position requires a CDL A. Candidates that do not currently possess the appropriate level CDL or a CDL, in general, should not be discouraged from applying. The City of Kingman works closely with local partners to offer paid training.
Our local CDL program consists of four weeks of classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training with an experienced and highly qualified instructor. The cost of training may be covered in full by scholarship through AZ@Work or by the City of Kingman. We will assist you through the process each step of the way..
Once you graduate from the Driving Academy and with the appropriate class of license and any applicable endorsements, you will begin on-the job paid training during your 6-month introductory period.
Essential Functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it.
- Duties require initiative and judgment in the care and operation of all the related equipment of the Equipment Operator B classification and the most complex heavy construction equipment, as well as have the mechanical aptitude and skillful coordination of eye, hand, and foot movements.
- The Equipment Operator A is distinguished from the Equipment Operates B by the complexity and highest level skill required to efficiently operate all of the most complex equipment such as the asphalt distributor truck and motor grader (fine grading) on a consistent and regular basis. In addition, gives direction to ground crew on projects.
- Repairs and maintains municipal water/wastewater system transmission mains, distribution lines, pumps, and all related industry items.
- Repairs and replaces water meters or registers. Makes emergency repairs and takes necessary steps to restore water service as quickly and efficiently as possible.
- Completes work orders and responding to customer contacts by making repairs, investigating water related complaints and tests manholes for gases.
- Follows Blue Stake laws that govern excavations.
- Hauls materials and transports vehicles and equipment to job sites.
- Performs skilled and semiskilled construction, maintenance and labor work. Performs weed and vegetation control and other general labor work as required.
- Sets up and removes barricades, lane cones, and warning signs to channel traffic around work crews. Assists with Equipment Operator A (Water) clean-up operations at accidents, spills and other emergency situations.
- Assists with Blue Stake activities and other divisions and departments in water/utility related activities.
- Performs a wide variety of water system construction and maintenance safely and in accordance with traffic laws and regulations.
- Performs routine cleaning, inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
- Sets up and removes barricades, lane cones, and warning signs to channel traffic around work crews. Assists with clean-up operations at accidents, spills, busted mains, and other emergency situations.
- Performs pre and post trip equipment according to CDL requirements.
- Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
- Provides excellent customer service to all contacts.
- Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
- Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies and procedures; follows safety policies and practices, works in a safe manner, and reports unsafe activity and conditions.
- May be required to work early mornings, evenings, weekends or holidays due to emergency call-backs, being on-call or as needed.
- Controls traffic at work sites by flagging to guide traffic through work areas, as required or assigned.
- Performs related duties as required.
- May serve on a variety of employee committees.
- Working knowledge of medium to heavy-equipment operating principles and traffic laws, ordinances and rules involved in equipment operation.
- Understanding of City street layouts and right-of-ways as it pertains to water system layout and network.
- Understanding of work zone traffic control signing and flagging in accordance with MUTCD standards.
- Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to medium to heavy equipment operations.
- Effectively able to use methods, materials, and tools used in municipal water system work and Blue Stake laws and markings; Pipe laying and water distribution construction.
- Skill in reading grade stakes and cutting subgrades for constructions projects.
- Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions, communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Observe and adhere to proper safety precautions.
- Ability to work as a team, developing cooperative working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.
- Perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
- Drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions
- Ability to meet physical requirements.
The City of Kingman is located in Mohave County approximately 100 miles southeast of Las Vegas and 195 miles northwest of Phoenix nestled between the beautiful Cerbat and Hualapai mountain ranges along historic Route 66. In 2019, Reader’s Digest named Kingman one of the Nicest Places in Arizona for its thoughtful residents and spirit of generosity. In addition to its small-town look and feel, the area also offers a wide range of recreational activities that include hiking, bike and ATV trails, camping, golf, beautiful parks, historical attractions, nearby lakes and the Colorado River.
With more than 400 full and part-time employees across 30 divisions, the City of Kingman provides exceptional public services to over 30,000 residents. Our focus on high-quality customer service, safety and teamwork underpins our efforts to foster an atmosphere where citizens and businesses can thrive.
For more information about the City of Kingman, please see our Open Finance Portal, Choose Kingman Economic Development page and our Go Kingman tourism page for more information.
The work environment characteristics attached to the job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. See Physical Demands.
It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness. All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the position changes.
Personal Growth Opportunities ~ Meaningful and Challenging Work ~ Public Service
Community Spirit ~ Training and Development
The City of Kingman is a 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 Gallagher Best-in-Class employer. This award recognizes our commitment to supporting better employee wellbeing and building a resilient organizational culture.
At the City of Kingman, we strive to provide a world-class work environment where employee well-being is a valued priority. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to be competitive and affordable, allowing each person to take care of themselves and their loved ones. We also work hard to ensure that our employees are appropriately compensated and appreciated, while providing opportunities for professional development and career mobility.
- Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance
- Telemedicine available at $0 cost-sharing through AZ Blue Telehealth for general medical and behavioral health.
- Flexible spending (FSA) or health savings accounts (HSA)
- The City of Kingman offers a maximum allocation of $35.41 per pay period for individual coverage and up to $70.83 per pay period for family coverage towards the employee’s Health Savings Account (HSA). Over the span of 24 pay periods, this totals a maximum of $850 for individual coverage and up to $1,700 for family coverage. Contributions are typically available approximately 5-7 business days after each pay date.
- Employer-paid group basic life insurance coverage for employee and dependents on medical plan
- Supplemental group insurance and third-party options available
- Personify Health, our comprehensive well-being platform designed to push you towards good health in mind, body and spirit
- Participation incentives with up to $300 redeemable annually
- Digbi Health, a gut-microbiome and genetics-based virtual care program designed to support individuals with obesity, diabetes, digestive disorders, and other chronic conditions.
- Sword, a physical therapy program that can be done anywhere, anytime. Includes women's pelvic health therapy!
- Multiple on-site preventative screenings and services
- Work/Life support services through SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Six free counseling sessions annually.
- The Northwest Arizona Employee Benefit Trust (NAEBT), to which the City of Kingman is a member, posts it meeting Notices, Agendas and Minutes on the NAEBT website, which can be found at www.naebt.org.
- 12 paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday each year.
- 16-35 paid vacation days per year
- 6.15 hrs. 1-5 years; 7.69 hrs. 5-10 yrs.; 9.23 hrs. 10-15 yrs.; 10.77 hrs. 15+ yrs.
- Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.
- 3.69 sick hours per pay period (approx. 9-12 sick days per year)
- Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.
- Part-time/seasonal employees earn 1 hours of sick time for every 30 hours worked.
- Other leave types available, including bereavement, military training, and jury duty.
- Leave donation program
- Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 annually
- Shift differential pay (2nd & 3rd shift)
- Bonus Programs
- Skill-based, Certification & Bilingual Pay
- Clothing Allowance for Uniformed Personnel
- Service Awards at 5 ($500), 10 ($1000), 15 ($1500), 20 ($2000)+ years of service
- Mission, Vision, Values (MVV) Excellence Awards
- Safety Awards
- Biannual All-Employee BBQ Lunch
- Annual Employee Pool Party
- City matching to AZ State Retirement System & Long Term Disability (ASRS)
- Additional retirement solutions available through optional third-party on pre-tax basis, including 457-deferred compensation and Roth IRA.
Please list the type of equipment you have operated in construction and maintenance work assignments and the positions you held operating that equipment.
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