EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I (BACKHOE)

City of Alexandria, Virginia; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Alexandria is seeking an Equipment Operator I in the Sewers Department to operate a range of heavy equipment and perform manual tasks supporting stormwater permit activities and BMP maintenance. Responsibilities include trenching with a backhoe, backfilling, grading, and supporting seasonal public works projects.

Work may occur in all weather conditions and require responding to emergencies, including snow events; overtime and on-call shifts may be required as part of rapid-response

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience operating maintenance/construction equipment.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s license required; ability to perform heavy manual labor in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as backhoes, loaders, skid steers, sweepers, dump trucks, snowplows, and rollers.
• Excavate trenches, install and repair pipes, culverts, and storm drains.
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance on equipment.
• Set up safe work zones with cones, signs, and traffic control.
• Respond to emergencies including snow events and flooding when needed.

Skills

Backhoe operation

Equipment operation

Heavy machinery handling

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

An Equipment Operator I in the Sewers Department operates several types of automotive equipment and performs a variety of manual tasks in support of Federal MS4 stormwater permit activities and Best Management Practice (BMP)maintenance. This position will also be responsiblefor operating a backhoe to excavate trenches and backfill and perform fine grading, along with operating other related equipment to assist in the construction and/or maintenance of seasonal public works projects.

In addition, this position is critical to the support of emergencies and special events, such as flooding and snow events. Crew members work in all types of weather conditions, performing tasks related to the maintenance, replacement, repair, inspection and new installation of various storm, sanitary sewer, and streets infrastructure. May be required to work hours other than the standard day shift should an emergency arise, work rotating standby/on-call shifts.

Opportunity

• We are interested in motivated, dedicated, and skilled Equipment Operators who enjoy working in a team environment committed to providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Stormwater and Sewer Construction/Maintenance
• Skillfully operate equipment like backhoes, loaders, skid steers, sweepers, dump trucks, snowplows, and rollers.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of storm sewer inlets, pipes and BMP’s.
• Drive and operate flusher truck and/or vactor truck to maintain storm sewer mains.
• Build, repair, and maintain city infrastructure, streets, drainage systems, and rights-of-way.
• Excavate trenches, install and repair pipes, culverts, and storm drains.
• Handle grading, hauling, and spreading materials such as gravel, asphalt, and soil.
• Keep your equipment in top condition with daily inspections and light maintenance.
• Set up safe work zones with proper cones, signs, and traffic control.
• Step in during emergencies, storms, flooding, and be part of the rapid-response team.
• Responds to citizens’ inquiries regarding Public Works Services.
• Operates a snowplow with a salt spreader, also shovels snow when not operating heavy trucks.
• Perform related work as required.

Equipment Operators Are Required To

• Use a computer, related software, or work order system to enter data for work orders, completion of work, and customer complaint documentation.
• Perform daily written and verbal team/customer interaction including responding to onsite resident inquiries.
• Respond to emergencies including call-back and mandatory overtime as needed (i.e., snow removal operations, flooding, other emergencies).
• Responds to citizen inquiries via phone and e-mail.

About The Department

T&ES is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering Alexandria. We plan, build, manage and maintain transportation systems and environmental infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services. The work we do keeps Alexandrians moving, growing sustainability, and thriving. We are a vibrant, diverse department that plays a major role in how the City operates day-to-day as well as how it will look in the future. If you are curious for a broader view of our City, click City of Alexandria to learn more.

Minimum & Additional Requirements

To qualify for this position, all candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED; one (1) year of experience in the operation of maintenance and/or construction equipment; good knowledge of departmental operations and procedures; some vocational training as related to construction/maintenance field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Ability to perform heavy manual labor in all types of weather; must have a valid Commercial Driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

Five (5) years of experience in the operation of maintenance and/or construction equipment including backhoe operation; three (3)years of experience in public works, construction, or another trades vocation that demonstrates theability to perform semi-skilled to skilled manual maintenance and/or construction and a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) with tanker endorsement.

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability.

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