Heavy Equipment Operator

City of Enid; Enid (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Utility Maintenance Operator to enhance the quality of life for local residents. This role involves operating heavy machinery to maintain and repair essential water and wastewater infrastructure, ensuring efficient service delivery. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical aptitude, leadership skills, and a commitment to safety. Join a team that values proactive maintenance and community service, where your contributions will directly impact the well-being of the community. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 6 months related experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid Class A CDL with endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery for maintenance of water and wastewater systems.
• Direct crew members and ensure safety practices are followed.
• Respond to customer calls and maintain effective communication.

Skills

Leadership

Heavy Machinery Operation

Mechanical Knowledge

Safety Practices

Public Relations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoe

Loader

Trencher

Vactor Truck

Dump Truck

Job description

POSITION REPORTS TO: Utility Maintenance Supervisor, Utility Maintenance Foreman
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Distribution Tradesman, Field Operator
BLS COMPARABLE: 47-20732.01, Grader, Bulldozer, & Scraper Operators, 47-2073.02, Operating Engineers, 47-4071, Sewer Pipe Cleaners

LEADERSHIP: Provides co-worker leadership to others through motivation, team building, and providing feedback.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Subject to post offer, pre-employment drug screen.
• Subject to post offer, pre-employment physical examination/medical history check.
• Subject to a pre-employment criminal background check.
• In accordance with 49 CFR 391.53, information regarding previous employers may be used for the purpose of investigating the applicant’s safety performance history within the previous three years. This includes general employment, accident, and drug/alcohol information.
• In accordance with 49 CFR 391.23, a Motor Vehicle Report covering the previous three years will be obtained for the purpose of investigation the applicant’s driving history.
• As a CDL driver, the employee will be required to comply with all provisions of DOT Regulation 49 CFR Parts 40 and 382, including random drug and alcohol testing.
• Possession of a valid Oklahoma Class A CDL with Tanker and Air Brake endorsement with an acceptable driving record.
• Must have a telephone.
• Due to “on-call status”, must be able to report to work within 30 minutes.

POSITION PURPOSE: To provide quality life for Enid residents by implementing a pro-active preventative maintenance line program for water and wastewater. In addition, the wastewater and water infrastructure are inspected, cleaned, and maintained in a safe and efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Starts engine, moves throttle, controls, and levers to operate two or more heavy machines, equipment, and attachments including vactor truck, trencher, backhoe, loader, dump truck, boring machine, and track hoe.
• Drives City vehicle to haul excavator to and from job sites.
• Performs daily inspection of equipment, greases, oils, and performs maintenance and minor repairs.
• Operates equipment in a variety of positions to include steep inclines, wet conditions, tight spaces, etc.
• Uses discretion to select the proper cleaning nozzle, operating pressure, and reel speed for efficient cleaning or sewer line.
• Maintains and repairs lift stations.
• Mowing weed eating and spraying around lift stations.
• Collect overflow samples and file overflow reports with Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality.
• Installs, repairs, or replaces water mains, fire hydrants, valves, and service taps.
• Sets up safe work zones and follow safe operating procedures.
• Serves as lead worker, directing, instructing, and providing leadership to crew members.
• Provides assistance to other departments as needed.
• Respond to customer call-ins and complaints.
• Performs other duties as required.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• Water lines are installed, maintained, and repaired in an efficient manner.
• Sewer lines are repaired and maintained.
• Policies and procedures in City of Enid personnel manual and safety manual are understood, followed, and modeled for other employees.
• Effective working relations exist with City personnel.
• New employees are well trained and assisted. Management is appropriately informed.
• The City of Enid Utility Maintenance department runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Blockages, breakage, and flow interruptions are minimized by an aggressive pro-active preventive maintenance program.
• Equipment is well maintained, clean, and operated in a safe and efficient manner.
• Employee understands and adheres to applicable safety policies.
• The City’s professional reputation is maintained.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful, but not required.

CERTIFICATES/LICENSES:
Class A CDL with tanker & air brake endorsement upon hire.
Trenching & Shoring Training (within 6 months).
Class D Wastewater license within 6 months.
Class D Water license within 6 months.
Confined Space Certification (within 3 months).
Maintain 4 hours of continuing education annually.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:
Safety- Knowledge of safe work practices and work zones to be used in performing each job.
Mechanical – Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to direct crews and take on leadership role.
• Maintain a safe work environment in high traffic areas.
• Operate backhoe, loader, trencher, truck, and boring machine.
• Locate underground utilities.
• Know proper trench and shoring practices.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Accurate and attentive to detail.
• Good communications and public relations abilities.
• Able to operate telephone, PC, copier, and other basic business machines.
• Basic typing and computer application skills.
• Ability to assist and support others.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL CONCERNS AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

FINGER DEXTERITY:
Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceives attributes of objects and materials.

VISUAL ABILITIES:
Normal vision, with or without corrective lenses.

PHYSICAL STRENGTH:
PDC Level: Heavy Employee lifts/carries 100 lbs occasionally (less than 33% of the time or 1-100 times per day); exert push/pull force of 150 lbs. Extensive physical activity required performing strenuous daily activities of a mechanical nature. Frequent standing, over the head reaching and lifting, twisting, carrying, climbing, bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, and balancing required. Periodic shoveling required lifting from ground to waist to shoulder.

LANGUAGE/COMPREHENSION:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

MATHEMATICS ABILITY:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

WORK SCHEDULE/HOURS:
Regular- 8-hour shift, typically 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday.
24-hour call, nights and weekends, as required. Overtime as required.
Other – Variable lunch period and breaks in coordination with other office personnel.

WORK CONDITIONS:
Outdoor exposure to changing weather conditions (for instance, rain sun, snow, wind, etc.) Work in high traffic areas.

NOISE LEVEL:
Very loud. Hearing protection required.

OTHER WORK CONDITIONS:
Work near moving mechanical parts and above ground level.
Exposure to constant vibration.
Risk of electrical shock.
Occasional work above ground where possibility of falling exists.
Frequent exposure to air contamination, airborne particles, fumes, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
Exposure to raw sewage and waste.
Exposure to confined spaces.

ADVANCEMENT CRITERIA

INTERMEDIATE
5-7 years experience.
Advanced ability to operate heavy machinery in department.
DEQ Class C Water License.
DEQ Class C Wastewater License.
Ability to fill in for Camera Technician for short periods of time.
Vocational or Technical Training.
Right of Way spraying license, Department of Agriculture.
Ability to fill in for foreman for intermediate periods of time.
Trenching & Shoring Rescue Training.
Valid CPR certification. time.
Advanced knowledge of applicable safety standards.
Serve as lead worker.

ADVANCED
8+ years experience.
Expert ability with all heavy equipment in department.
Lead worker of heavy equipment operators.
Expert knowledge of applicable safety standards.
Class B Water License.
Class B Wastewater License.
Advanced safety training.
Ability to fill in for foreman for extended periods of time.
Ability to fill in for Camera Technician for short periods of time.
Associate degree of equivalent in related field.
Ability to make minor equipment repairs.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS
Job descriptions assist organizations in ensuring that the hiring process is fairly administered and that qualified employees are selected.

All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

I have reviewed this job description and I can perform the essential functions of this position, with or without, reasonable accommodations. I have also received or have been offered a copy of this job description.

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