Equipment Operator (Drainage)

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking government agency as an Equipment Operator, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining public infrastructure. This position involves operating various heavy machinery and performing essential maintenance tasks to ensure the safety and functionality of drainage systems. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to enhancing community well-being through effective public works. If you're passionate about equipment operation and safety compliance, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path with competitive benefits and the chance to make a real difference in your community.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Benefits

Medical, Vision, Dental

Health Savings Account

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience using light to heavy equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery for loading and unloading materials.
• Conduct safety checks on equipment and perform maintenance.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Concrete Finishing

Traffic Control

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hydraulic Excavators

Backhoe

Dump Truck

Jackhammers

Pneumatic Packers

Job description

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Job Description

To operate a variety of equipment and vehicles used in construction, maintenance, and repair activities; performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of drainage utility infrastructure and public rights-of-way for the City of Killeen

Salary

$16.19 Hourly

Location

Mowing and Drainage - Killeen, TX

Job Type

Full-time

Department

Public Works

Division

Drainage

Opening Date

07/24/2024

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Job Description

To operate a variety of equipment and vehicles used in construction, maintenance, and repair activities; performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of drainage utility infrastructure and public rights-of-way for the City of Killeen

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Employee may be responsible for all duties and supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Crew Leader.

Essential Duties

Core Competencies

Operates machinery of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling, and unloading of equipment, materials, and supplies.

Operates heavy equipment, trucks, small engine equipment, and hand tools essential to drainage and rights-of-way maintenance.

Places and finishes concrete for minor construction and repair of drainage infrastructure.

Properly manages debris removed from drainage infrastructure and public rights-of-ways.

Conducts safety and maintenance checks on assigned equipment and machinery.

Performs preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment.

Performs preventive and minor repair to small and large equipment.

Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

Controls traffic at work sites by flagging to guide traffic through work areas, as required or assigned.

Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations; possesses and maintains a valid driver's license, if required, and comply with City of Killeen driving policy accordingly.

Performs other duties, as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent; preferred; and,
• One (1) year of experience involving the use of light to heavy equipment.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions;
• Ability to observe proper safety precautions;
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment;
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to equipment operations;
• Working knowledge of the methods, materials, and tools used in drainage maintenance work;
• Considerable knowledge of construction machinery operating principles;
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions;
• Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions; and
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
  
  

Special Requirements

• Must have or acquire a valid State of Texas Class B Driver’s License within one year of date of hire.
• Must have or acquire within two (2) months of date of hire all basic level National Institute Management System (NIMS) certifications as required by the City.
  
  

Supplemental Information

Tools and Equipment Used

Various equipment used in drainage maintenance will include, but not necessarily limited to, hydraulic excavators, backhoe, skid steers, bucket loaders, dump truck, articulated trucks, air compressors, sprayers, tractors with hydraulic attachments, mowers, trimmers, jackhammers, pneumatic packers, concrete saws, machine floats, chain saws, pole saws, deck mowers, hand tools, safety equipment, personal computer including word processing and spreadsheet, calculator, , phones, mobile radio, motor vehicle, and water sampling & testing equipment as required.

Physical dDmands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell.

The employee must frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

This position is a safety sensitive position.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.

The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Selection Guidelines

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

At City of Killeen, we are committed to your health and well-being. We are proud to provide you and your family with valuable and significant benefits.

We all work together to make City of Killeen a success, and our teamwork extends to your benefits. Your health and well-being are important to us, so we provide benefit options to make your and your family’s lives better. Together, let’s invest in you.

The City of Killeen offers the following Benefits to full time employees:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Benefits
• Medical, Vision Dental
• Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account
• TMRS
• 457 Deferred Retirement Account
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Accident/ Critical Illness/ Hospital Indemnity Supplemental Benefits
  
  

For more benefit information, visit www.killeentexas.gov

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This job requires a valid Texas Class B CDL by date of hire. Will you be able to obtain this license by date of hire?

• Yes
• No
  
  

Required Question

Employer City of Killeen

Address 718 N. 2nd Street

Suite B

Killeen, Texas, 76541

Phone [phone]

Website https://www.killeentexas.gov/

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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