Equipment Operator I - Transportation

City of Killeen; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Killeen is seeking candidates for a maintenance role to operate diverse equipment in the upkeep of street and utility systems. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in operating light to medium equipment. Responsibilities include preparing concrete, managing traffic control, and adhering to safety regulations while performing physically demanding tasks outdoors.

Qualifications

• Requires high school graduation and 6 months of equipment operating experience.
• Valid Texas CDL Class B is mandatory.
• Must acquire N.I.M.S. certifications within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate various trucks and equipment for street maintenance.
• Prepare and finish concrete for curbs and gutters.
• Control traffic at work sites by flagging.

Skills

Operating Principle Knowledge

Safety Precautions Awareness

Ability to Follow Instructions

Effective Communication

Ability to Perform Manual Tasks

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Backhoe

Excavator

Pneumatic Roller

Jackhammer

Job description

To operate a variety of semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of street, water, sewer, and storm drainage systems.


CORE COMPETENCIES:

Operates trucks of various sizes and weighs in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies

Operates a variety of contractor’s equipment and trucks utilized in construction maintenance and repair activities

Operates small equipment and tools to maintain streets

Prepares concrete for curbs and gutters

Rakes Asphalt

Places and finishes concrete

Places and applies traffic control devices

Controls traffic at work sites by flagging to guide traffic through work areas, as required or assigned

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 and comply with City of Killeen driving policy.

Performs all On-call assignments as outlined in On-Call Schedule and Departmental Policy.

Performs other duties as assigned.Education and Experience:

1. Graduation from high school or equivalent, and
2. Six (6) months of experience involving the use of light and medium equipment

Special Requirements:

1. Must have a valid Texas CDL Class B
2. Must have or acquire within thirty (30) days from date of hire all National Institute Management Systems (N.I.M.S.) certifications as required by City and position
   

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Considerable knowledge of light equipment operating principles
2. Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to light equipment operations
3. Working knowledge of the methods, materials, and tools used in street and utility maintenance work
4. Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment
5. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
6. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
7. Ability to observe proper safety precautions
8. Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, and the public
9. Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions
10. Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions
11. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance

Tools and Equipment Used
Motorized vehicles and equipment, including backhoe, payloader, excavator, maintainer, skid steer, pneumatic roller, steel wheel roller, 2000 gallon water truck, dump truck, and common hand and power tools, shovels, concrete saw, pick, jackhammer, chain saw, bull float, hand derby, asphalt rake, post hole auger, thermoplastic applicator, wacker packer, plate packer, walk behind roller, walk behind cut saw, weed eater, edger, pole saw, riding and push mower, etc…) and safety 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 and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/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.

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 his job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet / humid, hot, and cold conditions and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and the risk of electrical shock.

Thenoiselevelintheworkenvironmentisusuallyloud.

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.