Equipment Operator Apprentice- Streets/Drainage

City of Temple, TX; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team with the City of Temple and take on an exciting role that involves operating heavy equipment and performing essential maintenance tasks. This position is vital for ensuring the safety and functionality of city streets and public spaces. You'll be involved in various activities, from street reconstruction to traffic management, all while working with a supportive crew. If you're looking for a hands-on job where you can make a real difference in your community, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow your skills and contribute to the well-being of Temple residents in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Class A CDL or ability to obtain within 6 months required.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and equipment for street reconstruction and maintenance.
• Assist in traffic control and pavement marking installations.
• Perform routine maintenance on trucks and tools.

Skills

Operating dump truck

Using hand tools

Traffic control

Maintenance of equipment

Tree trimming

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dump truck

Backhoe

Roller

Chainsaw

Weed trimmer

Lawn mower

Job description

Equipment Operator Apprentice- Streets/Drainage Temple, TX, USA Req #520 Sunday, October 20, 2024

Ready to Start Your Career with the City of Temple?

Summary
This position encompasses a variety of tasks to include but are not limited to: operating a dump truck, rollers and other equipment while performing tasks related to street and alley reconstruction. Installation and maintenance of signs, as part of the Sign Maintenance Crew, and assisting with traffic counts and pavement markings as part of the R.O.W Crew.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities By Crew Assignments

Reconstruction Crew

• • Operates various trucks: dump truck, backhoe, loader, roller, etc. while performing tasks related to street reconstruction and maintenance of City streets, alleys, drainages, rights-of-way, and other property
  • Hauls dirt, road base, asphalt, water, pipe, equipment, debris, and other material used
  • Uses hand tools and equipment for tasks associated such as shoveling, hammering, and picking
  • Performs routine preventative maintenance on trucks and equipment

Right of Way (R.O.W) Crew

• • Assists in responding to call: drainage obstructions; storm drain obstructions; traffic obstructions; glass in street; tree limbs hanging into street; high grass obstructing view of traffic; mud and silt in street; alley needing repair; sign down; vandalism; street sweeping; sanding of streets during ice or snow; setting out barricades during flooding
  • Assists with the installation and maintenance of pavement markings in the city, in accordance with the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TXMUTCD)
  • Mows and cleans alley ways and right of ways. Uses a weed trimmer, lawn mower, chainsaw and any other related equipment needed
  • Assists setting out traffic counters for annual traffic counts, traffic signal warrant studies, stop warrant studies and traffic analysis
  • Assists Tree Crew with the trimming and cutting of trees and bush
  • Assists Sign Crew with the construction, installation of signs and constructing /painting barricades

Sign Crew

• • Constructs, installs, replaces street and traffic signs
  • Constructs and paints barricades; strip and / or reface used sign blanks
  • Checks, cleans, and maintains equipment
  • Sets up cones and barricades, flags traffic, assists with traffic counts
  • Trims tree limbs from signs; removes broken tree limbs from streets

All Crew Member – Additional Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• • Works in emergency situations with sanding oil spills and frozen streets, etc.
  • Assists other crews in the performance of duties as needed
  • Rotates on-call for nights, weekends, and emergency calls
  • Follows policies, procedures, safety guidelines and inspections of equipment and tools
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Class A CDL or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Other details

• Job Family General Regular
• Pay Type Hourly
• Hiring Rate $18.42

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