Equipment Operator- Stormwater

City-of-Carrollto; Trinity Mills (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Carrollton is seeking an Equipment Operator to support grounds maintenance and construction efforts. You will operate light and some heavy equipment with limited supervision, including mowers, weed eaters, blowers, chainsaws, and backhoes.

Responsibilities include routine preventive maintenance, transporting equipment to job sites, and assisting in grounds and facility tasks. A Texas driver’s license is required; CDL may be needed for certain assignments.

Qualifications

• Operates a range of landscape and construction equipment.
• Maintains awareness of safety protocols while operating machinery.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Transports equipment and materials to job sites as needed.
• Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Operates general, small, and simple equipment for grounds, parks and athletic field work.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance (greasing, oil, filters, tires, spark plugs).
• Participates in grounds maintenance duties (mowing, trimming, trash pickup, irrigation tasks).
• Participates in facility maintenance tasks (repairs, painting, cleaning restrooms).
• Transports equipment/materials to job sites.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Grounds maintenance

Safety awareness

Manual labor

Vehicle operation

Communication

Education

Eighth grade education

Tools

Maintenance of equipment

Job description

JOB TITLE: Equipment Operator

DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Varies

REPORTS TO: Varies

SUMMARY: Responsible for operating equipment used in grounds maintenance and construction. Equipment includes light front deck mower, weed eater, blower, edger, chain saw, backhoe, etc. Ensures equipment is properly maintained and repaired. May occasionally operate heavy equipment. Work is performed with limited supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Operates a variety of general, small, and simple equipment in the performance of landscape, parks and athletic field maintenance activities, which may include: front deck mower, weed eater, blower, edger, chain saw, backhoe, mulchers, trenchers, saws, pipe cutters, sand pro, tractors and/or other related equipment.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance to applicable equipment, which may include: greasing parts, blowing out filters, checking and replacing oil, checking tire pressure, cleaning and changing spark plugs, washing and cleaning equipment, and/or performing other related activities.
• Participates in routine grounds maintenance activities, which may include: trimming trees; mowing grass areas; weed eating around poles, guard rails, trees, and other applicable items; picking up and disposing of trash in public areas; planting, removing, trimming, watering, and pruning trees; making minor repairs to irrigation systems; and/or, performing other related activities.
• Participates in routine facility maintenance activities, which may include: repairing minor plumbing problems; painting facilities; cleaning and sanitizing restroom facilities; and/or, performing other related activities.
• Transports equipment and/or materials to designated job site(s).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions;
• Knowledge of safe driving practices;
• Skilled in caring for and operating motor vehicles and applicable equipment;
• Skilled in performing manual labor.

• Skilled in performing routine grounds maintenance activities;
• Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Eighth grade education.
• One year related experience.
• Must have a valid Texas Class “C” Driver’s License.
• Depending on area of assignment, may be required to obtain a Class A-CDL Texas Driver’s License within 6 months of employment

PREFERENCES:

• None.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent climbing, balancing, reaching, sitting, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, walking, talking, seeing, hearing, and manual dexterity.
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions.
• Work is performed near moving mechanical parts.
• Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock, vibration, fumes, and airborne particles.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Must pass criminal history check.
• Must pass motor vehicle records check.