Equipment Operator I - Dallas Water Utilities, Stormwater (Civil Service)

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking government organization as an Equipment Operator, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of city utilities and facilities. This position involves operating various construction equipment while adhering to safety standards and maintaining efficient workflows. You'll have the opportunity to make a tangible impact in your community by contributing to essential services. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this role offers a rewarding career path in public service, where your skills will be valued and your contributions recognized. Be part of a diverse team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents.

Benefits

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Childcare assistance

Paid time off

Pension plan

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Three years of experience operating light to medium equipment.
• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain construction equipment for city projects.
• Transport materials and perform minor repairs on equipment.

Skills

Equipment operation knowledge

Safety procedures knowledge

Motor skills and coordination

Minor mechanical repair

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Backhoe

Excavator

Loader

Street Sweeper

Crane

Soil Compactor

Job description

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Welcome to the City of Dallas!

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.

We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.

What do we offer?

A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.

Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.

Job Summary
Operates light to moderately complex construction equipment with fairly complex controls used in the construction and maintenance of City facilities and utilities.

Overview
Job Description
The Equipment Operator operates light to moderately complex construction equipment for construction and maintenance of City facilities and utilities.

Essential Functions

1. Operates, drives, and safely uses light to moderately complex equipment for City and utility maintenance; safely uses and drives rubber tired backhoe, tracked excavators and loaders, maintainers, bobcats, street sweepers, cranes, soil compactors, and front-end loaders; excavates asphalt and concrete, clears debris and blockages from creeks, and maintains the sanitary sewer system.
2. Drives truck and trailer rig to transport earth moving or other medium to large sized automotive equipment to job site; adheres to safety standards and regulations.
3. Loads, transports, and unloads materials such as sand, flexbase, asphalt, gravel, and other construction materials from City stockpiles or vendors to City locations to supply construction or maintenance projects.
4. Performs minor mechanical repairs and maintenance procedures on construction equipment to maintain equipment in operating condition.
5. Cleans material storage areas, construction sites, and public streets with light to moderate equipment to maintain or improve appearance of the site.
6. Completes daily report of activities performed to document progress and provide supervisors with the knowledge needed to best allocate resources.
Perform other work as required or assigned.

Knowledge And Skills

1. Knowledge of equipment operation and capabilities.
2. Knowledge of safety procedures.
3. Strong motor skills and eye-hand-foot coordination.
4. Ability to control speed and direction of light and moderately complex motorized equipment.
5. Ability to operate numerous types of equipment.
6. Performing minor mechanical repair and maintenance work.
7. Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.

Experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) years of experience operating light to medium equipment (e.g., backhoe, roto boom, front-end loaders etc.) used in excavation, construction, utility, landfill and/or street sweeping operations.

License

• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with good driving record.
• Applicants with a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), issued by a state other than Texas, must obtain a Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within probationary period.

Other Requirement

• Subject to twenty-four/seven (24/7) hour emergency calls.

Salary Range
$47,809.85 - $53,172.61
The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Government Administration

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