Equipment Operator III - Streets & Drainage

Kilgore College; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Holidays

Sick leave

Retirement plan with company match

Medical/dental/vision insurance

LTD Insurance

Cafeteria plan

Longevity pay

Job summary

The City of Kilgore is seeking skilled Equipment Operators to support field crews in maintaining and repairing street, water, sewer, and storm drainage systems. The role involves operating trucks and a range of construction equipment in varied outdoor environments.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and valid Texas driver’s license; CDL is required for higher-level operator duties. A strong emphasis on safety and dependability is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Equipment Operator I: 0–4 years experience; II: 3–8 years (3+ in street/utility systems); III: 7–12 years (6+ in street/utility).
• Senior Equipment Operator: 12+ years (8+ in street/utility).
• Valid Texas Driver’s License; CDL required for all levels above I.

Responsibilities

• Operates trucks of various sizes and weights to load, haul, and unload equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Operates construction and/or power equipment (back-hoe, skid-steer, excavator, compactor, vacuum excavator, jetting).
• Operates jackhammers, blowers, saws, and other tools to maintain public infrastructure and City property.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance; reports defects to supervisor; cleans equipment.
• Assists in installing and maintaining traffic control devices; follows safety standards.
• Performs duties of Maintenance Worker as assigned; guards safety and security standards.
• Controls traffic at work sites by flagging; provides first aid as needed; on-call coverage as required.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Truck operation

Roads & utilities maintenance

Traffic control/flagging

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL

Job description

Summary/Objective

Under direction of the Field Superintendent or others as assigned, work with field crews and individuals in the operation of a variety of contractor's equipment and trucks utilized in construction, maintenance, and repair activities; performs a variety of tasks in the maintenance and construction of street, water, sewer, storm drainage systems, public facilities, and/or rights of way.

Summary/Objective

Under direction of the Field Superintendent or others as assigned, work with field crews and individuals in the operation of a variety of contractor's equipment and trucks utilized in construction, maintenance, and repair activities; performs a variety of tasks in the maintenance and construction of street, water, sewer, storm drainage systems, public facilities, and/or rights of way.

Essential Functions

This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

• Operates trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Operates construction and/or power equipment such as: back-hoe, skid-steer, excavator, compactor, vacuum excavator, and/or jetting machine.
• Operates jackhammers, blowers, saws, and other small power equipment and hand tools to maintain public infrastructure and City owned property.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment.
• Assists in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices.
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Performs some or all of the duties of Maintenance Worker, as required or assigned.
• Controls traffic at work sites by flagging to guide traffic through work areas, as required or assigned.
• Provides first aid assistance as needed on work sites.
• Regular attendance required.
• Provide on-call assistance as needed

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications & Requirements

Education, Experience, And Certifications

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required.
• Experience

Equipment Operator I

0 to 4 years

Equipment Operator II

3 to 8 years, 3 of which must be related to street/utility systems

Equipment Operator III

7 to 12 years, 6 of which must be related to street/utility systems

Senior Equipment Operator

12+ years, 8 of which must be related to street/utility systems

• Certifications
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Valid Texas Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) is required for all equipment operator levels above I.

Competencies

• Understand City purchasing policy.
• Ability to provide supervisory duties.
• Maintain and control appropriate tool and material inventories.
• Considerable knowledge of maintenance and repair techniques for water, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems depending on area of assignment.
• Considerable knowledge of equipment operating principles.
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions.
• Knowledge of proper procedures for use and care of mowing, trimming, wood chipper and chainsaw equipment.
• Knowledge of proper procedures for use and care of backhoes.

Supplemental information

Work Environment /Physical Requirements

Work is performed in a field environment and may experience a rough or unstable terrain. Works in high, precarious places and may be exposed to wet or humid conditions. May be subject to extended periods of bending, reaching, kneeling, climbing ladders, lifting or carrying building materials. May be exposed to moving traffic, extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, fumes, heights, confined spaces, trenches, air and water borne pathogens, body fluids, infectious diseases, rodents and insects. May be subject to repetitive motion such as typing and data entry into computer. Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds.

Other Important Duties

• Provides backup assistance, on-call coverage and support to other City departments as assigned.
• Travels to attend meetings and training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.

The City of Kilgore offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefit package including paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave as well as retirement with a two to one match, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, LTD Insurance, cafeteria plan, and longevity pay.