Equipment Operator II

City-of-St.-Joseph; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

City of St. Joseph is seeking an Equipment Operator II to maintain city parks and parkways using medium to heavy machinery. The role requires a High School diploma, a valid CDL Class A license, and at least one year of related experience.

The position operates tractors, mowers, backhoe and bobcat, with duties including snow removal, tree work, and assisting in facility renovations. Applicants must pass drug screening and background checks; 70-ft height work is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CDL Class A license is required or must be obtained within 3 months of employment.
• Minimum of one year of related work experience is required.
• Experience operating tractors, mowers and heavy park maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium to heavy machinery for park maintenance.
• Use tractors with attachments, mowers, backhoe, bobcat and other equipment.
• Assist with construction projects and facility renovations.
• Supervise inmate labor on occasion.
• Deliver equipment to city events and supervise seasonal staff.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Height work up to 70 ft

Tractor and mower operation

Flexible hours (evenings/weekends/hols

Follow oral/written instructions

Training class attendance

CDL Class A

Related work experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tractor and mower equipment

Bobcat with attachments

Backhoe

Dump trucks

Chainsaw

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Equipment Operator II

DEPARTMENT: Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities

DIVISION: Park Maintenance

SALARY: $36,831.00 Yr. / $17.707212 Hr.

CLOSING: Until filled

Job Summary

Operates medium to heavy machinery in the maintenance of the parks and parkways.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates tractors with hydraulic lifts, arm reach mowers, or other attached accessories.
• Operates such equipment as a bobcat with all attachments, backhoe, high loader, mowers, and polecat.
• Cuts and removes dead or hazardous trees.
• Removes snow and ice from park facilities.
• Trims trees and hauls trash and debris to the landfill.
• Assists on construction projects, new facilities, and renovation of existing facilities.
• Supervises prison work release inmates occasionally.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Help in the general maintenance of the park system.
• Assists in delivery of equipment for city-sponsored events and projects.
• Trains Seasonal Laborers.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Employee Behavior and Conduct

City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct as appropriate to the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact, both internally and externally, during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skills in effective operation of necessary equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety requirements associated with equipment operation.
• Ability to work at elevated heights up to 70’.
• Ability to ride and operate tractors and mowers for extended periods.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions and perform tasks with minimum supervision.
• Must attend a work release supervisor training class annually
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) is required or must have the ability to obtain within 3 months of employment.
• One or more years of related work experience required.

Material and Equipment Directly Used

Operates a variety of equipment used in routine maintenance, including mowers, trucks, tractors, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck, and other equipment used in the maintenance of parks. There may be times when use of a personal vehicle may be required.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Majority of work is performed in an outdoor setting where weather conditions can vary from extreme heat and cold, with high levels of dust, dirt, fumes and noise. Physical activity includes prolonged standing, bending, stooping, lifting, walking and uses arms and hands frequently. Must have the ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 to 75 pounds and assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

l applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.

Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.

City of St. Joseph | 1100 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO, 64501 | (816)-271-5300