Equipment Operator I-Public Works

Unified Government of Wyandotte County; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, KS is seeking a street maintenance equipment operator. The role operates dump trucks, rollers, mowers, and related machinery to support safe street operations.

Responsibilities include snow removal, emergency response involvement, and training of less senior staff. Must pass post-offer checks and be able to work in all weather conditions. Salary details are provided by the department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Kansas CDL Class B with air brake endorsement and automobile insurance.
• Knowledge of Kansas City, Kansas streets.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment such as dump trucks (including plow and sander attachments during snow operations), asphalt rollers, mowers, weed eaters, and other machinery as assigned.
• Assists in snow removal operations and other emergency response activities as needed.
• Trains employees in lower classifications on the proper and safe operation of equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance checks on assigned equipment and reports any issues.
• Completes additional related duties as required to support street maintenance and division goals.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Other duties assigned.

Skills

Knowledge of Kansas City, KS streets

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Kansas CDL Class B with air brake endorsement

Job description

As a condition of employment all employees must pass a post offer criminal history background check, physical examination and drug screen. All employees must also submit proof of identity and employment eligibility.

JOB DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for operating a variety of equipment and performing essential maintenance activities that support safe and efficient street operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operates equipment such as dump trucks (including plow and sander attachments during snow operations), asphalt rollers, mowers, weed eaters, and other machinery as assigned.
• Assists in snow removal operations and other emergency response activities as needed.
• Trains employees in lower classifications on the proper and safe operation of equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance checks on assigned equipment and reports any issues.
• Completes additional related duties as required to support street maintenance and division goals.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Kansas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B with air brake endorsement and automobile insurance.
• Knowledge of Kansas City, Kansas streets.

Salary Range: $24.01/hr.

The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values an inclusive workforce.

If you need to reach a member of the Human Resources staff, please call [phone] or email [e-mail].

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