Equipment Operator II (Equipment Support)

City of Tyler; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Tyler is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to safely operate a range of Street Department equipment on public works projects. You will perform heavy vehicle tasks, light maintenance, and assist mechanics as needed in a loud, outdoor environment.

Requirements include a Texas Class B CDL with air brake endorsement and a high school diploma or equivalent. Expect on-site work, overtime, and adherence to safety and MOT guidelines across weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must have one year of experience with heavy truck/dump operations and basic maintenance.
• Ability to apply road construction and safety standards on public works projects.
• Valid Texas CDL with air brake endorsement and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate Street Department equipment and vehicles for hauling, spreading gravel, asphalt, and debris removal.
• Perform preventative maintenance and assist mechanics as needed.
• Assist in sealing cracks, placing asphalt mix, and general road maintenance.
• Maintain safe work areas, direct traffic, and supervise clean-up of sites.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Road maintenance

Safety procedures

PPE compliance

Communication

Education

Texas Class B CDL with air brake endorsement

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Database management

Web applications

Job description

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Equipment Support maintenance equipment; light and heavy vehicle on assigned projects or activities of a public works nature. The position requires manual labor work, which will be completed alone or as part of crew. You will perform a variety of manual tasks and activities, i.e., Operate heavy equipment, perform work in street maintenance. Work includes on-site work, maintenance, clean and service equipment, emergency needs, vehicles, tools, and work area. Inspects vehicles for required supplies, materials, and equipment. Observe and follow safety procedures and precautions at work sites. Work will be reviewed while in progress and upon completion though observations, reports, and results obtained, delivery of services.

Work is performed in a garage, yard, buildings, and field locations including traffic; usually noise levels are loud. Position entails driving and may be subject to exposure to hazardous substances or materials, working near mechanical moving parts and perform tasks of a hazardous nature. May perform other duties as assigned. This position is designated among essential personnel under the City of Tyler Emergency Management Policy. Work is performed inside and outside in all weather conditions. Report to work during all significant weather events or random incidents.

Works under direction of Street Crew Leader and Foreman.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Drives and operates various Street Department equipment and vehicles to accomplish a variety of tasks, including, but not limited to, hauling, dumping, and spreading gravel, sand, asphalt, plowing snow, picking up and hauling debris, and transporting Street Department equipment, tools, and material. Operates equipment and vehicles such as dump trucks, rollers, front-end loaders, skid-steers, back-hoe, pick-up trucks, and Hot Mix Patch Truck. Performs various vehicle and equipment maintenance duties, including, but not limited to, performing preventative maintenance and assisting mechanics as needed. Reports equipment failures/deficiencies to supervisor as required.
2. Assist with the sealing of roadway cracks, places hot or cold asphalt mix, and other materials required for general road maintenance and repairs to required standards.
3. Experience safely operating specialized trucks/machinery/heavy equipment used within each of the divisions, such as the Hot Mix Patch Truck, Milling Machine, Backhoe/Loader, and Skid Loader, as well as other light/heavy equipment engaged in highly complex road reconstruction.
4. Maintains a safe work area, including places and removing cones, barricades, warning devices, and/or directs traffic at work sites to ensure the safety of work crew and public; cleans up work sites upon completion of the job; picks up all tools and equipment; secures the job site if returning later; washes vehicles and equipment as needed; cleans up shop areas; maintains tools and equipment in safe and operable conditions; safe use, mix, and dilute all chemicals according to direction labels; and when operating motor vehicles, observe safe driving principles and practices.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as directed.
2. Performs other duties and functions as assigned, required, or directed, necessary, readily apparent, or related to other duties and responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in constructing highways, road curbs, and gutters. Safely and correctly apply road construction and maintenance techniques. Safely operate light and heavy road maintenance and construction vehicles and equipment.
2. Knowledge of how to safely operate, but not limited to gas-powered jackhammers, tampers, saws, backhoes, 1- or 2-ton trucks, industrial mowers, dump trucks, skid steers, chain saws, or woodchippers.
3. Ability to adhere to the personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individually provided PPE in a functional condition. All uniforms and PPE should be clean and equipped when scheduled to work.
4. Attend shifts in accordance with company policy. This position is subject to responding to emergencies after normal working hours. Occasional overtime is required. Ability to be flexible with last-minute schedule changes, location changes, and shift time changes.
5. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and officials,representatives of outside agencies, and the general public. Communicate effectively through both verbal and written means, including conveying and following instructions and providing information to the public.
6. Knowledge and adherence to all applicable State and Federal laws, local ordinances, City and Departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Knowledge and adherence to the Texas Motor Vehicle Code and other codes, laws, and statutes relating to the position.
7. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Suite, Database management, and web applications.
8. Endeavors to continuously improve the services provided to the citizens of Tyler.

Physical characteristics

The job requires to be able to twist and kneel up to 6 hours daily; bend, turn, climb, crouch, and crawl up to 2 hours daily; stoop up to 3 hours daily; walk, sit, and stand up to 4 hours daily; grasp objects up to 8 hours daily, lift and carry up to 80-lbs., push or pull up to 20-lbs., grasp up to 8-hours. May be exposed to vehicular traffic and must follow all maintenance of traffic (MOT) procedures.

Environmental factors

This is an essential department. All staff will be called to SERVE during storms, catastrophes, emergencies, or as otherwise needed. The physical ability to work under temperature extremes and for extended hours of time. Working within confined spaces can be necessary for some tasks. Working in the proximity of light and heavy machinery.

Education and Experience

Must have one (1) year of experience care and handling of a 3-ton and/or 5-ton dump truck in a safe manner around others, as well as the mechanical experience to make minor repairs on the equipment listed above. Must have Texas Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement with a clear driving record.

High School diploma or GED preferred.

An equivalent combination of education, experience, or training that has prepared the incumbent to perform the essential duties of the position may be considered.

It is the policy of the City to recruit, employ and to provide compensation, promotion, and other conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, and other protected veteran. The City affirms that employment decisions shall be made only on the basis of a person’s ability to perform the essential functions of the job. This position does require presence in the office to perform the essential functions of the job. The City shall continually review its employment practices and personnel procedures and take positive steps to assure that equality of employment opportunity in the City of Tyler, Texas is a fact as well as an ideal.

The City of Tyler will accept two years of relevant experience in place of each year of college required in the job description. Four years of relevant experience will be considered in place of an Associate’s Degree, and eight years of relevant experience will be considered in place of a Bachelor’s Degree. Any experience required in the Minimum qualifications is in addition to years of experience substituted for a degree.

The City of Tyler supports a policy of a drug and alcohol free workplace. All candidates are subject to pre-employment testing, which may include, but is not limited to, Drug and Alcohol Screenings, Work Fitness Evaluation, Criminal Background Check, and Consumer Report/Credit Check.

No person under eighteen (18) years of age will be employed in any regular full-time position.Persons under eighteen (18) years of age may be employed in temporary or regular part-time positions, if they furnish the City with a minor’s release (Form 2-2) and are approved by the City Manager.No person under eighteen (18) years of age will be employed in any position requiring the operation of a City motorized vehicle.

This posting is subject to be removed at the discretion of the department providing the position.