Heavy Equipment Operator 2

City of Toledo; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Toledo is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to skillfully operate various heavy motorized equipment under general supervision. This full-time position requires three years of experience, a valid Class A CDL, and involves responsibilities such as operating loaders, excavators, and participating in maintenance and repair of division operations. The position offers great benefits including health insurance and retirement planning.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation Plan

401(k)

Roth 401(k)

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in heavy maintenance and construction equipment operation required.
• Must possess a valid state-issued Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Must read at the tenth-grade level.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains a variety of heavy motorized equipment.
• Conducts pre-trip inspections and performs minor repairs.
• Drives and operates equipment for leaf and snow removal.

Skills

Driving heavy equipment

Operating a variety of complex heavy equipment

Understanding traffic laws

Reading job related documents

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in skillfully and safely operating a variety of heavy motorized equipment; operation requires a relatively high level of manipulative skill involving difficult problems of operation; performs related work as required.

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in skillfully and safely operating a variety of heavy motorized equipment; operation requires a relatively high level of manipulative skill involving difficult problems of operation; performs related work as required.

Essential Job Functions

• Hauls and drives equipment, crew and materials to and from work areas
• Assists in setting up operations;
• Operates and maintains skid loader with various attachments, mini loader with various attachments, large loader with various attachments, backhoe, large grader, excavator used for excavation (not demolition), directional boring machine, track dozer, track loader, semi-tractor with dump trailer, semi-tractor with flat trailer, stone chipper, larger asphalt roller to remove, replace, compact and finish asphalt and concrete for street operations
• Operates sewer jet rodder machines, drag machines, heavy vacuum equipment, front-end loader and boom trucks for sewer operations (this does not include operating boom truck in a manner that requires a certified crane operator)
• Operates a variety of trucks and other equipment for leaf and snow removal and ice control operations
• Drives and operates other equipment as directed
• Inspects tools and equipment before, during and after operation
• Performs pre-trip inspections, cleaning, preventive maintenance and makes minor adjustments and repairs on equipment when necessary
• Reads street maps and related atlases to determine various locations
• Works with and/or directs crew of lower class at work site
• Completes daily destination log and other related forms as required
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of division operations
  
  

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge Of

• Traffic laws and regulations involved in equipment operation
• Operation and maintenance of heavy equipment
• Hazards and safety precautions of the work
• Utility and street cleaning operations
• Utility and street repair operations
  
  

Skill In

• Driving and maneuvering heavy equipment
• Operating a variety of pieces of complex heavy equipment
• Working in varying weather conditions
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions
• Effectively working with others and the public
• Reading and understanding job related documents
• Operating computers.
  
  

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to read at the tenth (10th) grade reading level.
• Three (3) years of experience in the operation of heavy maintenance and construction equipment
• Must successfully pass required skills test for the position to be eligible for selection.
  
  

ADDITIONAL OR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid state-issued Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement.
  
  

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• None
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described within this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In this position, the employee will frequently stand. This employee will occasionally walk, sit, stand, lift, push, pull, drag and/or carry up to 50 pounds. The employee will constantly walk-in all-weather conditions. Occasional stooping and crouching may occur with this position. Speaking and listening are constant essential functions of this position.

Work Demands

The work environment described within this job description will be encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently indoors and outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is loud. This employee will occasionally work in conditions where fumes, mists, dust, odors and gases are present.

If you need assistance or an accommodation, or if you have questions about completing the online application, please contact the Department of Human Resources at [phone].

Class Code: Heavy Equipment Operator 2 (3219)

The City of Toledo provides excellent health and retirement benefits for its employees.

Health Insurance

The City of Toledo is a self-funded medical plan provider that offers a broad network of health services options for its employees. The City also offers a multi-tiered prescription drug plan and dental and vision care services.

Employees are required to pay a monthly premium depending on the employee’s selection of single, single plus one, or family coverage. Coverage is also afforded for qualifying domestic partners, depending on the employee’s bargaining unit. Monthly co-premiums are determined by collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.

Group Life Insurance

City employees are covered by a group life insurance plan depending on collective bargaining agreement or Municipal Code.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan

The City is a member of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Plan (OPERS). All employees who are paid in whole or in part by the state of Ohio, a county, municipality, or any other political subdivision of state or local government in Ohio must become members of OPERS unless they are covered by another state retirement system in Ohio.

OPERS is a pension plan providing fixed retirement benefits every month based on a formula that rewards years of service. The City contributes 14.00% of the employee’s annual base salary and employees contribute 10.00% of their annual base salary.

For more information about OPERS, click on this link: https://www.opers.org/

Deferred Compensation & 401(K)

The City of Toledo offers a voluntary governmental 457(b) deferred compensation plan, which is a retirement savings plan that allows eligible employees to supplement any existing retirement/pension benefits by saving and investing pre-tax dollars through salary deferral.

Contributions and any earnings are tax-deferred (both federal and state income taxes) until money is withdrawn. Withdrawals are taxed at ordinary income levels.

For more information about the Ohio Deferred Compensation click on this link: https://www.ohio457.org/iApp/tcm/ohio457/index.jsp

401(k)

The City of Toledo offers a voluntary pre-tax savings contributions retirement plan. The plan is commonly referred to as a 401(k).

Under the 401(k) plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck before taxation. The City does not make contributions on the employee’s behalf. (Contributions are tax-deferred until withdrawn during retirement). Annual contributions to the 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum pre-tax annual contribution, as established by Internal Revenue Service regulations.

Roth 401(k)

The City of Toledo also offers a voluntary post-tax savings contributions retirement plan. This plan is commonly referred to as a Roth 401(k) Plan.

Under a Roth 401(k) Plan, an employee’s retirement savings contributions are deducted from the employee’s paycheck on a post-tax basis. Annual contributions to the Roth 401(k) plan are limited to a maximum post-tax annual contribution, as established by the Internal Revenue Service.

01

Are you currently employed by the City of Toledo?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

If you are currently employed by the City of Toledo, please list your Division.

03

Do you possess a valid Commercial Driver's License?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

If you have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), what class is it?

• Class A CDL
• Class B CDL
• Do not possess a CDL
  
  

05

If you possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), please list the specific endorsements (e.g. Tanker Endorsement). Please also attach a copy of your current CDL to your application.

06

What is your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• 11th Grade
• 10th Grade
• None of the above
  
  

07

How many years of experience do you have in the operation of heavy maintenance and construction equipment?

• Four (4) or more years of experience
• Three (3) years but less than Four (4) years of experience
• Two (2) years but less than Three (3) years of experience
• One (1) year but less than Two (2) years of experience
• Less than One (1) year of experience
• No experience
  
  

08

Please describe what specific heavy construction equipment you have experience operating.

• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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