Heavy Equipment Operator - Public Works

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

Job summary

The City of Manhattan, Kansas seeks an Equipment Operator to maintain city infrastructure and support maintenance teams. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing repairs, collecting data, and ensuring safe site practices.

Work hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Starting pay ranges from $23.34 to $28.01 per hour, DOQ, with open until filled. This is a regular, non-exempt position in Manhattan, KS.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains heavy equipment (bulldozers, backhoes, excavators, graders, skid steers, trenchers, pipe-tapping machines, sewer jet trucks, CCTV) safely and effectively.
• Performs repairs and routine maintenance on roadways, bridges, drainage and sanitary sewer systems and other public infrastructure.
• Documents reports, asset data and field notes; enters data into SOP-compliant databases.
• Transports equipment and materials to sites and assists with loading/unloading.
• Assesses sites for hazards and sets up traffic control as required by projects.
• Completes seasonal and emergency maintenance tasks as needed.
• Cleans and maintains equipment, inspecting for damage and performing repairs or preventative maintenance.
• May serve as interim Crewleader if the Crewleader is absent; handles work-related stress and communicates with the public.
• Work may occur in high-traffic areas, manholes, confined spaces, trenches and other challenging environments.

Job description

The City of Manhattan, Kansas seeks an Equipment Operator to maintain city infrastructure and support maintenance teams. The role involves operating heavy equipment, performing repairs, collecting data, and ensuring safe site practices.

Work hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Starting pay ranges from $23.34 to $28.01 per hour, DOQ, with open until filled. This is a regular, non-exempt position in Manhattan, KS.