Equipment Operator II - Waste Water

City of Wylie, Texas; Wylie (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Health/Dental/Vision

HSA available

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick leave

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Direct Deposit

Recreation membership

Job summary

The City of Wylie, Texas seeks an Equipment Operator to maintain City systems by operating heavy machinery such as dump trucks and backhoes. This role involves excavation work, coordinating with crews, and ensuring safe, efficient operation of assigned equipment.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma, a Texas Driver's License within 60 days, and NIMS training, with CDL and backhoe certification preferred. This is a full-time, outdoor position in a municipal department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain Texas Driver's License within 60 days of hire.
• Completion of NIMS training as outlined by Emergency Management.

Responsibilities

• Operates dump truck and backhoe; drives heavy equipment in City maintenance.
• Executes excavation work for water/sewer and street projects.
• Supervises daily work orders and crew members as needed.
• Ensures safety, proper operation, and maintenance of equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Outdoor work ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NIMS training

Texas Driver's License (within 60 days)

Tools

Class A CDL

Backhoe Certification

TMUTCD Work Zone Safety

Confined Space Certification

Job description

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General Summary

Operates motorized equipment used in the maintenance of various City systems, based upon assigned division.

SUPERVISION

Supervision is provided by the Supervisor and/or Manager.

Essential Job Functions

• Drives dump truck and operates backhoe and other similar pieces of equipment.
• Operates a motor vehicle in carrying out the business of the department and the City.
• Excavates water/sewer lines and open trenches.
• Assists crews in repairs.
• Acts as a lead and supervises crews out in the field.
• Works in trenches and confined spaces.
• Supervises the daily work orders, including turning in completed forms on a daily basis.
• Responsible for efficient and safe operation, care and appearance of assigned equipment.
• Demonstrates good judgment to work safely and use equipment properly.
• Actively identifies, reports, addresses, and follows up on problems and incidents. Actively seeks and recommends operational changes to the direct supervisor.
• Exercises proper safety precautions at all times.
• Picks up trash, and keeps storage areas clean and orderly.
• Performs daily and regular preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Completes duties of an Equipment Operator I, when needed.
• Works in harmony with other crew and department members.
• Courteous and helpful to citizens.
• Follows written and oral job instructions.
• Hears and/or interprets hand signals when on work sites.
• Available for call-out.
• Performs as a responsible steward of the public trust and strives for excellence in public service, enhancing the quality of life for all.
• Acts in a civil, respectful manner at all times to management, co-workers and others.
• Other duties as may be assigned

When Assigned To Parks

Operates heavy equipment, such as 16' rotary mowers, skid steers, mini excavators, etc. Pulls heavy equipment around with a dump truck and trailer.

When Assigned To Stormwater

Repairs storm drains, ditches, culverts and drainage ways.

When Assigned To Streets

Operates heavy equipment, maintains equipment, and performs construction and maintenance of City streets.

When Assigned To Wastewater Or Water

Performs installation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems.

Minimum Job Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent. Must have Texas Driver's License within 60 days of hire. Two years of experience operating heavy motorized equipment. Must maintain required certifications/licenses throughout time in position. Completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) training courses as outlined by Emergency Management.

When Assigned To Wastewater

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the following within one year:

• Class A CDL with no restrictions except "A"
• Wastewater Collections Class II
• TMUTCD Work Zone Safety
• Backhoe Certification
• Confined Space Certification

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Physical Strength Required

HIGH: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently or 10-20 lbs. constantly.

Physical Activities Required

Balancing Bending Carrying Climbing Crawling Driving

Crouching Fine Dexterity Foot Controls Handling Hearing

Kneeling Lifting Pushing/Pulling Reaching Sitting

Standing Talking Twisting Vision Walking

PRIMARY WORK ENVIRONMENT: Outdoors

SHIFT WORK: No

CALL-OUT: On rotating basis

• Retirement benefits with Texas Municipal Retirement System. Contributions by payroll deduction. Employee contributes at 7% level. City matches 200% of employee contribution. Mandatory.
• Deferred compensation - Nationwide and Edward Jones. The City does not contribute. Employee contributions by pre and post-tax payroll deduction. Optional.
• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription insurance PPO and HDHP/HSA plans. PPO - Employee pays $30 per pay period for employee only coverage and 60% of dependent premiums, the City covers 40% of dependent premiums. HDHP/HSA - City pays full premium costs for employee only coverage and 50% of dependent premiums.
• Flexible Spending Account - allows for pre-tax deduction for eligible medical expenses as well as dependent care expenses. Optional.
• Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan - City contributes $1000 for employee only coverage and $200 for employee + one dependent or more coverage.
• Life insurance - 2x annual salary through New York Life. Fully paid by City and 1x annual salary through TMRS. Total of 3x annual base salary.
• Long-Term Disability for all full-time City employees.
• Thirteen paid holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4th, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Friday following, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and one floating holiday.
• Vacation - Earn three weeks of vacation in the first year.
• Sick leave accrues each full pay period.
• Sick leave conversion to vacation leave (once per year in January).
• Sick leave buy back (if budget allows; once per year).
• Bereavement leave, military leave, jury duty leave.
• Longevity pay $8 per month of service; paid once per year.
• Workers' compensation benefits
• Tuition reimbursement - $2,000 per year.
• Direct Deposit - City of Wylie Payroll will deposit employee paycheck to any bank accepting wire transfers.
• Family and Medical Leave Policy as described by federal legislation.
• Free Recreation Center family membership.
• City pays every two weeks. (26 pay periods per year)