Light Equipment Operator – Concrete Specialization

City of Georgetown, TX; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Georgetown, TX is seeking a Light Equipment Operator with a concrete specialization to support street, drainage, and right-of-way projects. You will operate and maintain concrete-related equipment, participate in formwork, pouring, and finishing, and help set up traffic control.

You must have at least 6 months of related experience and demonstrate safety-conscious operation of equipment. A Texas driver’s license and the ability to obtain required endorsements are required.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months of full-time work experience performing work consistent with the essential and specialized functions for this classification.
• Knowledge of municipal infrastructure maintenance and safety practices.
• Ability to operate light and heavy machinery and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate and perform maintenance on light and heavy equipment used in street, drainage, and right-of-way projects.
• Participate in construction and repair of City infrastructure and perform concrete-related tasks.
• Set up traffic control and assist other departments as needed.
• Prepare tools, materials, and equipment for assignments and ensure safety inspections.
• Lead a small team when assigned or act as lead for assigned staff.

Skills

Equipment operation

Communication

Safety compliance

Reading manuals

Problem solving

Documentation

Team coordination

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.Under the general supervision of an assigned lead or Foreman operates a variety of light and heavy equipment in the maintenance, repairs, and construction of the City of Georgetown street, stormwater (drainage), and right-of-way infrastructure. Performs work in accordance with City standards and specifications.The Light Equipment Operator role includes two specialization areas. All operators perform shared essential functions to ensure safe and effective equipment operation. Each operator is assigned to a specialization, which includes additional duties and technical skills unique to that focus. This posting is for the concrete specialization.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive list of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodation will be provided as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:Operates, and performs general maintenance on a variety of light and heavy equipment.Participate in the maintenance, repair, and construction of City infrastructure.Operates various trucks, and equipment including dump trucks, pickups, mowers, etc.Operates and maintains small tools, such as concrete finishing tools, sprayers containing herbicides, weed-eaters, saws, and other equipment.Trims, removes, and chips fallen and overgrown trees.Re-grades, and cleans ditches, culverts, storm sewers, and ponds to reduce and minimize flooding.Sets forms for curbs and drain inlets.Performs concrete maintenance including forming, setting rebar, pouring and finishing for curbs, streets, driveways, sidewalks, etc. in accordance with ADA standards and specifications.Participates in asphalt maintenance such as raking, rolling, grading, sanding, and patching potholes on streets and right of way.Conducts and documents safety inspections of vehicles and equipment, wear protective and safety gear as indicated for the work assignment.Prepares tools, materials, supplies and equipment necessary to complete work assignments.Participates in the set up and removal of Traffic Control as needed.Coordinates and assists other areas of Operations.Transport equipment to and from assigned worksites.Performs essential duties during emergencies.May serve as lead for assigned staff.Performs other duties as assigned.Light Equipment Operator – Concrete Specialized FunctionsPouring, placing, smoothing, and leveling concrete using a rake, trowel, float, and screen.The use of specialized handheld tools and power tool versions of float, trowel and other concrete tools.Operates various trucks, and equipment, including dump trucks, pickups, mixers, etc.Site preparation, pouring or laying concrete materials, and finishing surfaces for sidewalks, ADA ramps, bridges, etc.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education, training and Experience GuidelinesSix (6) months of full-time work experience performing work that is consistent with the essential and specialized functions for this classification. OR Any combination of experience, education and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.Knowledge of:Maintenance and repair related to municipal infrastructure. (streets, sidewalks, drainage)Occupational safety and health regulations, practices and procedures for assignment area.Basic understanding related to the construction of street & stormwater drainage infrastructure.Skill in:Operating light/heavy machinery and equipment.Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.Documenting work both electronically and in writing.Reading and understanding equipment manuals and safety hazard warnings on equipment and materials.Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.Understanding and following oral and written instructions.Following occupational safety and health procedures.Solving construction and repair problems.Preferred Knowledge – Concrete Specialization:Basic knowledge of maintenance and repair related to concrete structuresBasic understanding related to the construction of curb, gutter, and sidewalkBasic knowledge of traffic control procedures.Basic knowledge of pouring, placing, smoothing, and leveling concreteBasic knowledge in concrete forming or carpentryLICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTSValid Texas driving license.Must have or be able to obtain a Class A CLP (Commercial Learner's Permit), - (includes air brakes) and Tanker Endorsement within six (6) months of hire.Must have or be able to obtain a Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License- (includes air brakes) and Tanker Endorsement within nine (9) months of hire.DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENTStanding, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, and use of foot controls.Temperature extremes from weather; dust; work near moving traffic; noise from street sweepers. Routine scheduled twenty-four (24) hour on-call time is required on a rotating basis within the department.Hiring Range: $18.36 - $23.00, hourly.#LoveWhereYouWork! Check out the benefits of working with us here.Regular-Full timeIf you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!