Equipment Operator - Utility Cut Crew

City-of-Manhattan-Kansa; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boot, clothing & vehicle allowances

KPERS retirement benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Paid sick leave and parental leave

Education reimbursement & professional

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

The City of Manhattan, Kansas is hiring an Equipment Operator to support public works and city infrastructure projects. You will operate a range of heavy equipment, perform required maintenance, and document field observations in compliance with SOPs.

Qualifications include at least a high school diploma, one year of heavy equipment experience, and a valid Class A CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsement. Join a team focused on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience operating heavy equipment and basic maintenance knowledge.
• Valid Class A CDL with airbrakes and Tanker endorsement.
• NASSCO PACP certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of equipment including bulldozers, backhoes, excavators, graders, skid steers, trenchers, pipe-tapping machines, sewer jet trucks, SLRAT, CCTV and loaders safely.
• Performs repairs, installation, construction, and maintenance on roadways, bridges, drainage, sanitary sewers and other public infrastructure.
• Document and enter asset data and field observations per SOP; produce accurate reports.
• Transport equipment and materials to work sites and manage loading/unloading.
• Set up traffic control and identify hazards to ensure safe operations; participate in seasonal and emergency maintenance.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Data entry

Education

High school diploma

Class A CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsement

NASSCO PACP certification

Tools

CCTV operation

SLRAT

Job description

Starting Salary Range: $23.34 - $28.01/hour, DOQ

Closing Date: Open until filled, may close at any time

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM

Summary/Objective

The Equipment Operator maintains City infrastructure and public services while functioning as a member of maintenance teams. This position is required to perform special projects using heavy equipment which requires reviewing the project, analyzing the appropriate method of completing the project and developing a time schedule.

Essential Functions

Performs repairs, construction, installation, and maintenance duties.

• Operates a variety of equipment including but not limited to bulldozers, backhoes, excavators, graders, skid steer loaders, trenchers, pipe-tapping machines, sewer jet trucks, sewer line rapid assessment tools (SLRAT), closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras, and loaders as dependent upon division and project need; operates all equipment and tools in a safe and effective manner.
• Performs repair, installation, construction, and maintenance duties related to roadways, bridges, drainage systems, sanitary sewer systems, and other public infrastructure maintained by the department.
• Documents and produces accurate reports, asset data, and field observations as required. Enters data into databases in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP) and industry standards.
• Transports equipment and material to work sites, load and unload equipment and materials.
• Checks work sites for potential hazards; determine precautions for safe equipment operation. Assembles and sets up appropriate traffic control at work sites as required by projects.
• Completes seasonal and emergency maintenance work as required

Cleans and Maintains Equipment

• Washes equipment, cleans inside of equipment, inspects equipment for damage, and conducts repairs and/or preventative maintenance as required. Ensure the replacement f equipment as required.

Performs additional support duties as required.

• May be required act as interim Crewleader in the event that the Crewleader is absent.
• Manages work-related stress that may result of potentially dissatisfied customers or citizens.
• May work in and around high traffic areas, manholes, confined spaces, trenches and excretory products, dependent upon division.
• Attends all required trainings and meetings.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• High school education or equivalent
• One (1) year experience operating heavy equipment and knowledge of proper preventative maintenance for heavy equipment. In lieu of years of experience, internal candidates can demonstrate proficiency through completion of a field competency test.
• Valid Class A commercial driver’s license with airbrakes and Tanker endorsement.
• Wastewater Section-specific: National Associate of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) Certifications in Pipeline Assessment (PACP) or must be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Two (2) years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• CPR or First Aid Training
• Street, Fleet, and Stormwater Section-specific:
• LTAP Training (e.g., Asphalt Road & Street Maintenance, Concrete Road & Street Maintenance, Gravel Road and Street Maintenance)
• Confined Space Training
• Open Trench Safety Training
• APWA Winter Operator Training

Compensation & Benefits

• Boot, Clothing and Vehicle Allowances, if applicable.
• City issued Cell Phone, if applicable.
• Retirement/Pension - City employees are required by statute to contribute to the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS). Voluntary retirement contributions are offered with Nationwide, Mission Square, and Empower KPERS 457.
• Medical, Dental, Vision - The City offers an excellent benefits package that includes wellness, medical, vision, dental, and prescription drug benefits.
• Paid Holidays - 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
• Paid Vacation - 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
• Paid Sick Leave - 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
• Education Reimbursement, Professional Development. Certifications/Licensure - The City will reimburse up to $8,000 per calendar year for tuition and fees. Professional Development funds are based on department budget. Certification/licensure may be reimbursed by the City.
• Other Benefits - Long-term disability, employer paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program and an array of voluntary benefit options.

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.