Equipment Operator II - Utilities

City-of-Kingsport,-T; Green Acres (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Kingsport is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to operate a range of municipal equipment across multiple divisions. You will perform manual labor, conduct inspections, and help keep vehicles in safe working order.

Responsibilities include minor maintenance, record-keeping, and assisting the Crew Leader. You will participate in trainings, support emergency operations, and contribute to a safe, efficient work environment in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience equivalent to one year full-time work operating equipment preferred.
• Valid CDL Class A license (and tanker endorsements when assigned to Utilities) required and must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of equipment (pump truck, bucket truck, asphalt distributor truck, excavators, loaders, bulldozer, grader).
• Perform manual labor tasks and inspections; keep equipment clean and safe.
• Report major repairs and perform minor maintenance.
• Maintain records of tasks; assist Crew Leader and training.
• Attend safety trainings and comply with regulations; assist in emergency operations.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Manual labor

Independent judgment

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation of various equipment in multiple divisions throughout the City of Kingsport.

The City of Kingsport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations.

• Operates a variety of equipment, such as: pump truck, bucket truck, asphalt distributor truck, asphalt paving machine, backhoe, track excavator, wheel/track loader, bulldozer, road grader, etc;
• Performs a variety of manual labor tasks;
• Ensures all tasks are completed in a safe and efficient manner;
• Operates hand tools appropriate to the assigned areas;
• Performs appropriate inspections and keeps equipment and vehicles clean and in safe working order;
• Performs minor maintenance/repairs, reports major repairs;
• Checks and maintains fluid levels;
• Occasionally fills in for the Crew Leader when needed;
• Assist in training and mentoring other employees on safe and efficient equipment operation techniques;
• Keeps appropriate records of tasks performed;
• Performs other duties when not operating equipment;
• Attend training as needed to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, as well as achieve/maintain required certifications;
• Assist in emergency operations as needed;
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Demonstrates proficiency in operating designated equipment;
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions for operating equipment;
• Knowledge/skill of the principles, practices, methods, and materials used for assigned work;
• Ability to follow routes/instructions and make independent judgments;
• Skill in performing vigorous manual labor under adverse weather conditions;
• Skill in communicating tactfully and courteously with the public;
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions;
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, other City staff, and the public.

• High school graduate or high school equivalent;
• Experience equivalent to one year full-time work in operating the designated or similar equipment preferred;
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL/Class A) when assigned to Utilities, including tanker endorsements (must maintain throughout employment).