Equipment Operator - Water Distribution

Manhattanks; Manhattan, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 66,878,000 - 80,260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KPERS retirement

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Education reimbursement

Long-term disability

Job summary

City of Manhattan is seeking an Equipment Operator to maintain city infrastructure and operate heavy equipment on construction and maintenance projects. The role involves reviewing projects, selecting methods, and developing schedules, with a Monday–Friday 7:00AM–3:30PM shift and a starting hourly pay range.

The position requires a high school education or equivalent, plus one year of heavy equipment operation, a valid Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement, and potential NASSCO PACP

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• One year of experience operating heavy equipment; field competency test possible.
• Valid Class A CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement.
• NASSCO PACP certification or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Operates a range of heavy equipment as required by division and project needs.
• Repairs, installs, constructs and maintains roadways, bridges and drainage systems.
• Documents reports and enters data into databases per SOP.
• Transports equipment and materials to work sites; sets up traffic control as needed.
• Performs seasonal and emergency maintenance; acts as interim Crewleader when needed.
• Attends required trainings and meetings.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Description

(Regular, Non-Exempt)

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; and 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.