Equipment Operator (Drainage)

City of Killeen; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in a vital role that involves operating heavy machinery and ensuring the maintenance of drainage infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to work outdoors, manage various tasks related to construction and maintenance, and contribute to the safety and efficiency of public works. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to operate a range of equipment. If you're looking for a dynamic work environment where your efforts directly impact the community, this role is the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year of experience with light to heavy equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machinery for construction and maintenance tasks.
• Conduct safety checks and perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Manage debris and control traffic at work sites.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Traffic Control

Concrete Finishing

Preventative Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hydraulic Excavators

Backhoe

Dump Truck

Hand Tools

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.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

1. Operates machinery of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling, and unloading of equipment, materials, and supplies.
2. Operates heavy equipment, trucks, small engine equipment, and hand tools essential to drainage and rights-of-way maintenance.
3. Places and finishes concrete for minor construction and repair of drainage infrastructure.
4. Properly manages debris removed from drainage infrastructure and public rights-of-ways.
5. Conducts safety and maintenance checks on assigned equipment and machinery.
6. Performs preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment.
7. Performs preventive and minor repair to small and large equipment.
8. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
9. Controls traffic at work sites by flagging to guide traffic through work areas, as required or assigned.
10. 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.
11. Performs other duties, as assigned.

Education and Experience:

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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

Special Requirements:

1. Must have or acquire a valid State of Texas Class B Driver’s License within one year of date of hire.
2. 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.

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 Demands:

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.