Heavy Equipment Operator - PW - Construction

City of Auburn, AL; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Auburn, AL is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Public Works to support road, drainage, and infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include operating equipment, assisting in construction, and traffic control to keep jobsites safe and efficient.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–2 years’ experience, and the ability to obtain an Alabama Class A CDL within six months. Excellent communication and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Alabama Class A CDL within six months.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment for road maintenance and construction.
• Assists in maintenance of roadways, sidewalks, drainage.
• Performs traffic control and flagging to maintain safe and efficient jobsites.
• Performs excavation, grading, and earthwork for infrastructure.
• Performs other related construction and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Public interaction

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR-PUBLIC WORKS

Department: Public Works

Pay Grade: 107

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Personnel Status: Regular Full-Time

Job Summary

This position is responsible for operating heavy equipment in the maintenance and construction of roads, drainage systems, and other public works infrastructure. This position reports to the Construction Division Manager, the Maintenance Division Manager, or the Landscape and Sustainability Coordinator.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs equipment transport and operation duties.
• Assists in the maintenance and construction of roadways, sidewalks, storm sewer systems, and other infrastructure.
• Performs traffic control and flagging to maintain safe and efficient jobsites.
• Performs excavation, grading, and earthwork necessary for construction and maintenance of infrastructure.
• Performs related construction and maintenance tasks.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES

Professional Excellence

Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.

Communication

Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.

Teamwork

Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.

Engagement

Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the City and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.

Public Service

Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) to two (2) years’ experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications

• Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Alabama Class A Commercial Driver’s License for the type of vehicles and equipment operated within six months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of City and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the equipment, techniques and supplies used in sewer system construction and maintenance.
• Knowledge of City geography, including the location of utilities.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of job-related tools and equipment.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy work, which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, climbing, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishes between shades of color and utilizes the sense of smell and hearing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in outdoor environments, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

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