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Equipment Operator I - Park Maintenance

Wichita

Wichita (KS)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

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Job summary

The City of Wichita seeks an Equipment Operator responsible for the safe operation of trucks and equipment in various maintenance tasks. Candidates must demonstrate physical endurance and the ability to handle heavy machinery while adhering to safety protocols. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Qualifications

Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brake endorsement.
Six months of experience in the operation of motor vehicles.

Responsibilities

Safely operate trucks and powered equipment.
Perform minor servicing work on equipment.
Assist in loading and unloading materials.

Skills

Communication

Physical endurance

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The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.

Distinguishing Features of Work

The main responsibility of this position is skilled and safe operation of trucks and other powered equipment, including any attached mechanical equipment. Employees also perform manual work, usually of an unskilled or semi-skilled nature, in connection with maintenance or construction activities. Occasionally, the employee may direct a small number of laborers assigned to help on specific tasks. Work is reviewed through inspections or discussions with a supervisor.

The days and hours for this position: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)

Employees within the department or division shall be given first consideration
Posting can come down at any time

Examples of Work Performed

Performs minor servicing work on equipment, such as refueling, lubricating, washing, and making minor adjustments.
Operates a truck and assists in loading and unloading materials.
Operates a small tractor with attachments.
Operates a jackhammer and air compressor.
Hauls sand, stones, cement, pipes, water, brick, or other materials.
Digs ditches and other excavations, removes stumps, mows lawns; mixes concrete; collects litter or performs other laboring work as assigned.
May function as backup operator or assistant to an Equipment Operator II.
Assists in snow removal operations.
Assists with prescribed burns.
Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of Work

Willingness to work under conditions that are sometimes unpleasant, where safety equipment must be worn and safety procedures followed.
Ability to maneuver self into and/or onto vehicular equipment with two-foot steep first step, and onto frame or fender as required to perform fluid/filter check daily and maintenance every 100 hours or as needed on mowers and plows.
Ability to lift and carry up to 90 pounds.
Ability to maintain balance and physically tolerate operating and riding heavy equipment over rough terrain for long periods.
Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
Ability to tolerate exposure to airborne environmental nuisances associated with machine exhaust, open grounds, and construction.
Ability to tolerate equipment and machinery noise with the use of ear plugs or other hearing protection.
Ability to perform tasks requiring pushing, pulling, climbing (ladders and in/out of equipment), bending, twisting, reaching, standing, and walking (up to half a mile at a time) for most of an eight-hour shift.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with an air brake endorsement. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.
An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.

Required Experience and Training

Six months of experience in the operation of motor vehicles.
Ability to acquire a valid Kansas class B CDL with air brake endorsement within six months of hire. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.
A valid driver's license.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

A valid Kansas class B CDL with air brake endorsement.

This position is part of a random drug testing pool, and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with policies and laws. Offers of employment depend on passing a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and criminal record check. Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by policy or bargaining agreement.

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