Equipment Operator II - Utilities

Port Huron

Port Huron (MI)

On-site

USD 31,000 - 39,000

Full time

25 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability income plan

Retirement plan (457)

MERS Healthcare Savings plan

Job summary

Port Huron is seeking an Equipment Operator II to perform moderately difficult public works, construction and maintenance tasks involving the safe operation of heavy and specialized machinery. You will act as a group leader, assisting with water and sewer projects, traffic safety, and general equipment maintenance.

Requirements include a high school diploma, valid Michigan CDL with Tanker endorsement, and Competent Person certification. Regular hours are Mon–Fri 7:00 a.m.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited high school.
Competent Person qualification for trenching & shoring.
Confined Space Certification.
Must have a valid Michigan Driver License (Operator) and a valid Michigan CDL, Group A/Air with a Tanker “N” endorsement.
Reasonable, recent experience operating heavy automotive and/or specialized power-driven equipment.

Responsibilities

Operate light and heavy trucks, snow plows, tractors and other power-driven equipment.
Operate front-end loader for loading and construction tasks.
Operate cement cutting saws, grinders, chain saws, air compressors and related tools.
Perform sewer and water installation, maintenance and repair work.
Record and post residential/commercial establishments for N/P and manage job site records.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Equipment operation knowledge

Public works familiarity

Team leadership potential

Education

High school diploma

Competent Person – trenching & shoring

Confined Space Certification

Michigan CDL Class A with Tanker N endorsement

Michigan Driver License (Operator)

Job description

UTILITIES SERVICES

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

To perform moderately difficult and responsible public works, construction and maintenance work involving the safe and efficient operation of various kinds of heavy and specialized automotive and power-driven equipment, acting as group leader and performing related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Work is performed under the supervision of a Foreman III and/or other designated official.

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK:

An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)

Subject to general assignment and to inspection of work in progress and upon completion, with responsibility for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of equipment.
Operate light and heavy trucks, snow plows, tractors, and other automotive and other power-driven equipment.
Operate front-end loader in a variety of loading and construction operations.
Operate various cement cutting saws, grinders, chain saw, air compressors and other equipment as required.
Operate tapping machines, hydrant thawing equipment, sewer machines or other job related equipment as required.
Operate vactor / jet rodder and/or any other sewer cleaning equipment.
Participate in the installation or repairs to water service lines and water mains, valves and hydrants.
Participate in the installation or repairs to sewer services, sewer mains, manholes and catch basins.
Participate in manual labor operations involved in sewer and water installation, maintenance, and repair work.
Perform manual labor, load and unload trucks, dig manholes and catch basins, clean catch basins and demonstrate reasonable knowledge in the constructional operations of the water distribution & sewer collections system.
Manipulate controls to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Change various attachments on equipment, lubricate, fuel and clean equipment as required.
Record and post residential and/or commercial & institutional establishments for N/P.
Perform street patching, repairs and right of way restoration.
Perform related work as required.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:

Ability to perform job assignments and/or related tasks in a timely manner.
Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of various types of heavy and specialized automotive and power-driven equipment.
Reasonable knowledge of traffic laws for construction barricading and safety.
Knowledge of automotive and power-driven equipment lubrication and repair activities.
Familiarity with streets and principal locations in the city.
Mechanical aptitude.
Ability to understand and follow or give out oral and/or written instructions.
Ability to operate automotive equipment skillfully, safely and in accordance with rules and regulations.
Knowledge of the methods and materials used in the water distribution and sewer collections system.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Ability to work effectively with the public and other employees.

An employee in this class, upon appointment, shall have the equivalent of the following training and experience:

Graduation from an accredited high school.
“Competent Person” qualification for trenching & shoring.
Knowledge of the maintenance, operation and safety requirements of a variety of automotive and power-driven equipment.
Confined Space Certification.
Must have a valid Michigan Driver License (Operator’s) and a valid Michigan Commercial Driver License (CDL), Group A/Air with a Tanker “N” endorsement.
Reasonable, recent experience in the operation of various types of heavy automotive and/or specialized power-driven equipment, involving public works construction and maintenance and/or related activities.

Working Hours:

Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Note: Days/hours subject to change.)
Ability and willingness to work overtime and callouts, as required

Physical Demands: