Lead Equipment Operator – Streets, Parks & Utilities

Alamoheightstx; Alamo Heights (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Alamo Heights is seeking a skilled equipment operator supervisor in Public Works. This role operates backhoe, front end loader, roller, and various trucks to support streets, parks, facilities, and utilities, while supervising a team and coordinating daily activities.

Responsibilities include scheduling work, performing minor repairs, maintaining vehicles, and adhering to safety practices. Requires a Texas CDL within six months, valid Class C license, and a high school diploma or GED

Qualifications

• Minimum two years supervisory experience.
• Experience in grounds maintenance and landscaping, asphalt repairs, and proper trench backfill.
• Training in landscaping and grounds maintenance and small engine repair and maintenance.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operates backhoe, front end loader, roller, 20 cubic yd. garbage truck, dump truck, skid loader, and other equipment used in solid waste collection, street, alley, and drainage maintenance and construction.
• Supervises, schedules, and participates in daily activities of staff assigned to provide a wide range of departmental services.
• Advises supervisor of needed repairs to equipment; performs minor repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on water and wastewater systems as directed.
• Attends and participates in monthly safety meetings.
• Schedules major repairs or work activities when directed.
• Maintains assigned vehicles in a clean, safe, and operable condition.
• May be required to do occasional trimming of trees and other vegetation.
• Cleans streets and low water crossings when needed.
• Responds to after-hours calls whether scheduled or not.
• For CDL holders, may drive on assigned collection routes and transport solid waste to disposal site.
• Assist other departments as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Grounds maintenance

Heavy machinery operation

Safety knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Alamo Heights is seeking a skilled equipment operator supervisor in Public Works. This role operates backhoe, front end loader, roller, and various trucks to support streets, parks, facilities, and utilities, while supervising a team and coordinating daily activities.

Responsibilities include scheduling work, performing minor repairs, maintaining vehicles, and adhering to safety practices. Requires a Texas CDL within six months, valid Class C license, and a high school diploma or GED