Heavy Machinery Operator - Streets

City of Great Falls; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Great Falls responsibilities include constructing, maintaining and repairing the city’s street network. Operate trucks and heavy equipment, snow and ice removal, sanding, and material hauling to and from work sites.

Under the Street & Traffic Manager and Superintendent, the role requires knowledge of road restoration, traffic control, and safe, efficient operations in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in heavy equipment operation or two years of street construction, maintenance and repair is desirable.
• Class A CDL with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement required or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• FMCSA Clearinghouse registration required for CDL drivers.
• Substantial knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance, materials and practices of street construction and snow/ice control.
• Ability to follow verbal/written instructions and maintain written records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the public.
• Knowledge of Street Divisions Standard Operating Procedures and Best Management Practices.
• Ability to work safely and follow Safety Policies.

Responsibilities

• Operates trucks and heavy equipment in snow and ice removal, sanding operations and hauling materials to and from work sites.
• Operates heavy equipment in repair and restoration of the city’s road and street networks.
• Sets up traffic control devices and equipment; performs asphalt and concrete work; fills cracks and potholes in roads and streets.

Skills

Equipment operation knowledge

Tools handling

Written/verbal instruction follow

Interpersonal skills

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibility for providing semi-skilled to skilled construction, maintenance and repair of the City’s street system. Work is performed under the general direction of the Street & Traffic Manager and Street & Traffic Superintendent.

• Operates trucks and heavy equipment in snow and ice removal, sanding operations and the hauling of materials to and from work sites.
• Operates a wide variety of heavy equipment in all phases of the repair and restoration of the city’s road and street networks.
• Sets up traffic control devices and equipment; shovel, rake and jackhammer asphalt and concrete; fills cracks and potholes in roads and streets.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in heavy equipment operation or two years of experience in street construction, maintenance and repair is desirable.

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Class A CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement and other special licensure or equipment certifications as required or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment.

**As of January 6, 2020, employers of CDL drivers must query the Clearinghouse to verify that a current or prospective driver is not prohibited from operating CMVs or performing other safety sensitive functions. CDL Drivers must now be registered with the FMCSA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit the website at https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov.

• Substantial knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance, material, procedures, applications, and practices of street construction and maintenance and snow and ice control.
• Substantial knowledge of the use of power and hand tools.
• Ability to follow verbal/written instructions, and maintain accurate written records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the general public.
• General knowledge of Street Divisions Standard Operating Procedures and Best Management Practices.
• Ability to work safely and follow Safety Policies.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Safety Minded
• Quality Orientated
• Team Player
• Time Management
• Thoroughness
• Technical Capacities

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position does not supervise but provides technical guidance and work review for staff members. This position may be assigned Lead worker status.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in inclement weather conditions. The employee is exposed to cold, heat, noise, dust, vibration, confined spaces, chemicals, and moving traffic.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, reach, ride and perform similar body movements. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 90 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 90 pounds. When lifting more than 90 pounds employees are encouraged to use a team lift. The employee must possess hand/eye coordination sufficient to operate a personal computer, office equipment and a motor vehicle; the ability to talkand hear in person or by telephone; and the ability to see and read instructions and reports.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

The work schedule is a 40-hour work week, Sunday through Saturday. Work is typically performed Monday through Friday. Schedule involves mandatory shift work to include nights, overtime, weekends and holidays. This position is a non-exempt and eligible for overtime which must be approved prior to working. It is expected employees report to work on time, fully prepared for scheduled work days.

TRAVEL

Travel is primarily local during the business day. Occasional travel may be required to attend off-site training and educational opportunities.