Equipment Operator II (Grade 8) (Maintenance/Construction) (Continuous)

City of Huntsville; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Huntsville’s Public Works Services Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our Equipment Operator II position(s). This role involves operating heavy-duty tandem or tri-axle trucks and performing related manual labor on city streets and drainage projects.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license (Auto Transmission allowed), and prior experience with medium-sized equipment such as tandem/tri-axle dump trucks and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, with experience operating medium sized equipment like tandem/tri-axle dump trucks and rollers.
• Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license.
• Class A license with auto transmission allowed.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty tandem and/or tri-axle trucks and related equipment on assigned routes.
• Perform heavy manual labor and assist with hauling supplies to job sites as needed.

Skills

Medium-sized equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Class A CDL

Job description

THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE’S PUBLIC WORKS- MAINTENANCE/CONSTRUCTION DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!

The City of Huntsville’s Public Works Services Department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our Equipment Operator II position(s).

Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People.

About our Department:

The Construction/Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department provides essential services to City of Huntsville residents in a safe, efficient, prompt, and cost-effective manner. We are responsible for maintaining the efficient flow of water throughout the city to prevent flooding, erosion, and other property damage. The Construction Division is staffed with heavy equipment operators, skilled workers and truck drivers. It demolishes old and vacant buildings and installs new roads and parking areas that include small and large drainage projects.

Equipment Operator II Position Overview:

This is skilled work involving the operation of heavy-duty tandem trucks and/or tri-axle trucks, or similar type equipment. Incumbents perform heavy manual labor when not operating equipment. Work involves responsibility for operating a piece of medium sized equipment in area of assignment. Work may also involve hauling supplies and materials to and from the work site; following a regular route; performing minor maintenance on equipment; and performing heavy manual labor.

Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:

High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency is desired and experience operating medium sized equipment such as tandem and/or tri-axle dump trucks and rollers; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license.

Class A with Auto Transmission allowed.

Skills Test Will Be Administered

For More Information Regarding the Equipment Operator II Job Duties, Please Visit the Website Below:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/77188

Applicants May Obtain a Copy of the City of Huntsville's EEOP Short Form Upon Request