Equipment Operator III, Wastewater

City of Alexandria, LA; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Alexandria, LA is seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to support street, drainage and utility work, with a focus on operating jetvacs and sewer video trucks. This role requires careful handling of equipment and adherence to safety protocols.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Class B CDL and relevant experience; some positions may require Class A CDL or endorsements. Training and accurate record-keeping are part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience operating heavy equipment used in roadway repair/maintenance.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class B commercial driver’s license; state certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate jetvac trucks and sewer video trucks to unclog pipes and clear debris.
• Drive and maneuver equipment; perform light maintenance and fuel as needed.
• Lead or supervise crew on specific project assignments and ensure safety.
• Inspect and prepare equipment for safe operation before shifts; secure vehicles after use.
• Prepare, complete, or review forms and documentation such as work orders and maintenance reports.
• Respond to emergency calls during inclement weather or other emergencies and coordinate with supervisor.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Class B CDL

Job description

The purpose of this classification is to operate heavy equipment and perform manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair of City streets/roads, drainage systems, right-of-way areas, parking lots, parks, recreation facilities, grounds areas, utility systems, or other areas of assignment. Emphasis is on the operation of track or rubber-tired construction equipment with specialized functions related to maintenance and construction activities where the operation of complex mechanisms requires the highest degree of skill, dexterity, and finesse, and where work is performed to exacting tolerances; incumbents may function as lead worker on occasion as needed. Classification is reserved for those positions where operation of included equipment is the primary function of the job. Positions in the Gas and Wastewater Departments are subject to 24-hour call.

May serve as a crew leader or lead worker for specific project assignments; monitors and oversees assigned workers to ensure safety; directs the work of the crew to ensure that assigned tasks are completed.

Oversees and skillfully operates the combination sewer cleaning trucks (jetvacs) and sewer video trucks; drives and maneuvers the equipment; operates the various mechanisms to unclog pipes and clear debris; performs manual work functions in support of these tasks.

Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes changing oil, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; secures vehicles after use.

Transports, loads, and unloads various materials and equipment used in projects.

Responds to emergency calls during inclement weather or other emergencies.

Utilizes precautionary safety equipment and monitors the work environment to ensure the safety of employees and other individuals.

Receives, prepares, or completes various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, spray records, diagrams, maps, manuals, reference materials, and other documents; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.

Applicants must be able to operate a Large Jet Truck

High school diploma or GED. Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of heavy equipment used in roadway repair, maintenance, and installation of utility infrastructure (water, wastewater, gas, and electric), or similar work; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Class B commercial driver’s license, and any state or federal certifications required in the field of assignment.

Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class B commercial driver’s license at the time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification. Assignment on some equipment may require a valid State of Louisiana Class A commercial driver’s license and/or special endorsements. May be required to obtain Flagging certification.

Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification.

Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants. Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable.