Equipment Operator I - Waste Water

City of Wylie, Texas; Wylie (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Deferred compensation

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Direct Deposit

Job summary

City of Wylie is seeking an Equipment Operator I for Public Works to perform manual labor and related tasks. You will work a four 10-hour day schedule, with responsibilities including vehicle operation, reporting, and safety compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid Texas driver's license, and relevant certifications (NIMS, CDL as applicable). The position supports city infrastructure and outdoor weather conditions, offering retirement and health benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Texas Driver's License; must have Texas license within 60 days of hire.
• Completion of NIMS training courses as outlined by Emergency Management after hire.
• Must obtain Class “A” CDL Permit within the first 6 months.
• Must obtain Class A CDL with no restrictions except “A” within one year.
• TMUTCD Work Zone Safety Certification.
• Wastewater Collections Class I.
• Confined Space Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Keeps work areas clean, maintains, and services tools and equipment.
• Loads and unloads materials and equipment.
• Reads, understands, and follows written and oral job instructions, plans, maps, and drawings.
• Submits written reports legibly and completely.
• Creates reports using the Public Works software system.
• Hears clearly when working around equipment and in traffic.
• Operates a motor vehicle in carrying out the business of the department and the City.
• Able and willing to work outside in all kinds of weather.
• Sets up barricades when and where needed for safety.
• Completes work orders daily.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Texas Driver's License

NIMS training

Class A CDL Permit

TMUTCD Work Zone Safety Certification

Wastewater Collections Class I

Confined Space Certification

Job description

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General Summary

The reason we exist is to serve our residents and guests. By combining our unique talents to ensure the preservation of the small town feel of our area, we are committed to building and sustaining a safe community where economic development and neighborhood enrichment can flourish while creating an unparalleled experience for all.

Why work for the City of Wylie?

The reason we exist is to serve our residents and guests. By combining our unique talents to ensure the preservation of the small town feel of our area, we are committed to building and sustaining a safe community where economic development and neighborhood enrichment can flourish while creating an unparalleled experience for all.

How We Accomplish Our Mission

Leveraging the diversity of our workforce to continually think and do things differently, the City of Wylie invests in the development of our employees by providing them with a working environment that serves to enhance their personal happiness and elevate their professional goals.

The City of Wylie is seeking Equipment Operator I applicants within Public Works. The selected applicant will perform manual labor and related work as required.

Supervision is provided by the appropriate supervisor, based upon assigned department.

Public Works work four ten hour days, Monday through Thursday OR Tuesday through Friday.

Essential Job Functions

• Keeps work areas clean. Cleans, maintains, and services tools and equipment.
• Loads and unloads materials and equipment.
• Reads, understands, and follows written and oral job instructions, plans, maps, and drawings.
• Submits written reports legibly and completely.
• Creates reports using the Public Works software system.
• Hears clearly when working around equipment and in traffic.
• Uses proper safety precautions when performing all tasks. Exercises good judgment to work safely and use equipment properly. Operates vehicles according to rules of safety and laws of the State of Texas. Uses proper safety precautions at all times and wears proper safety equipment at all times. Follows safety regulations, City and department policies and procedures.
• Presents a clean and well-groomed appearance.
• Operates a motor vehicle in carrying out the business of the department and the City.
• Able and willing to work outside in all kinds of weather.
• Communicates effectively with co-workers.
• Subject to after-hours call-out for emergency situations, as defined by supervisor.
• Sets up barricades when and where needed for the safety of employees and the public.
• Completes work orders, including turning in completed forms on a daily basis.
• Operates a motor vehicle in carrying out the business of the department and the City.
• Performs as a responsible steward of the public trust and strives for excellence in public service, enhancing the quality of life for all.
• Acts in a civil, respectful manner at all times to management, co-workers and others.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

When Assigned To Water Or Wastewater

• Works effectively with other crew members to repair or replace water or sewer service lines, water or sewer mains.
• Makes water or wastewater taps.
• Installs and/or repairs fire hydrants.
• Unstops sewer lines.
• Installs clean-outs in sewer lines.

Minimum Job Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver's License. Must have Texas Driver's License within 60 days of hire. Preferred experience varies based on division assignment. Completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) training courses as outlined by Emergency Management after hire.

Specific licenses and certifications vary based on division assigned; the list below is not to be considered all-inclusive.

When Assigned To Wastewater

• Must obtain Class “A” CDL Permit within the first 6 months.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the following within one year:
• Class “A” CDL with no restrictions except “A”
• TMUTCD Work Zone Safety Certification
• Wastewater Collections Class I
• Confined Space Certification preferred

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Physical Strength Required

Very high: Push, pull or drag up to 150 lbs., lift up to 100 lbs. with help, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and 20-50 lbs. constantly.

Physical Activities Required

Standing Sitting Walking Lifting Driving Carrying Pushing/Pulling Reaching Handling Fine Dexterity Kneeling Crouching Crawling Digging Bending Twisting Climbing Balancing Vision Hearing Talking Foot Controls Confined Space Work Exposure to infectious or biological matter

PRIMARY WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Outdoors

SHIFT WORK:

No

CALL-OUT:

On a rotating basis

• Retirement benefits with Texas Municipal Retirement System. Contributions by payroll deduction. Employee contributes at 7% level. City matches 200% of employee contribution. Mandatory.
• Deferred compensation - Nationwide and Edward Jones. The City does not contribute. Employee contributions by pre and post-tax payroll deduction. Optional.
• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription insurance PPO and HDHP/HSA plans. PPO - Employee pays $30 per pay period for employee only coverage and 60% of dependent premiums, the City covers 40% of dependent premiums. HDHP/HSA - City pays full premium costs for employee only coverage and 50% of dependent premiums.
• Flexible Spending Account - allows for pre-tax deduction for eligible medical expenses as well as dependent care expenses. Optional.
• Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan - City contributes $1000 for employee only coverage and $200 for employee + one dependent or more coverage.
• Life insurance - 2x annual salary through New York Life. Fully paid by City and 1x annual salary through TMRS. Total of 3x annual base salary.
• Long-Term Disability for all full-time City employees.
• Thirteen paid holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Friday following, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and one floating holiday.
• Vacation - Earn three weeks of vacation in the first year.
• Sick leave accrues each full pay period.
• Sick leave conversion to vacation leave (once per year in January).
• Sick leave buy back (if budget allows; once per year).
• Bereavement leave, military leave, jury duty leave.
• Longevity pay $8 per month of service; paid once per year.
• Workers' compensation benefits
• Tuition reimbursement - $2,000 per year.
• Direct Deposit - City of Wylie Payroll will deposit employee paycheck to any bank accepting wire transfers.
• Family and Medical Leave Policy as described by federal legislation.
• Free Recreation Center family membership.
• City pays every two weeks. (26 pay periods per year)