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A leading company is seeking a Public Works Equipment Operator I to perform maintenance and repair of city infrastructure. The role includes operating trucks and light to medium equipment, engaging in manual labor tasks, and requires a valid Oklahoma Class B CDL. Ideal candidates will have experience in construction and maintenance trades and possess strong safety awareness.
Job DescriptionJob Description
PURPOSE OF THE CLASSIFICATION:
Performs a variety of unskilled and semiskilled tasks and is engaged in the maintenance and repair of City facilities, including the water distribution systems, streets and sewers; generally, but not limited to the operation of trucks and medium sized equipment.
ESSENTIAL TASKS:
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
The Public Works Equipment Operator I reports directly to the Maintenance Leader II in the water and sewer areas. The Public Works Equipment Operator I reports directly to the Environmental Control Supervisor in Environmental Control.
The Public Works Equipment Operator I reports directly to the Traffic Supervisor in the Traffic Division.
The Public Works Equipment Operator I reports directly to the Streets Maintenance Leader II in the Streets Division.
The Public Works Equipment Operator I does not have any direct reports or supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Training and Experience: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED, and two (2) years of experience as a trades helper or maintenance laborer in any of the construction and maintenance trades, including one year of experience in the operation of trucks and light to medium construction equipment.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills: Good knowledge of manual labor work practices, methods, tools and materials of varied, semiskilled maintenance work; and considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; ability to use mechanical tools and equipment; ability to operate various types of automotive and power equipment; ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. On a case-by-case basis, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical requirements include occasional walking and standing; frequent lifting and carrying up to fifty (50) pounds; occasional lifting and carrying more than sixty (60) pounds; frequent reaching, handling and twisting; occasional balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling and climbing; vision, speech and hearing sufficient to perform essential tasks. Punctuality and reasonable attendance is essential. Must submit to drug screening and fitness to work physical exam.
Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid Oklahoma Class B CDL is required.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work in this classification is primarily outdoors. Will travel to other City locations as required. Exposure to wet, hot, cold and/or humid conditions. Requires ability to work weekends and holidays as required and maintain a stand-by status.
Notice: This classification is a “safety sensitive” position as defined by the United States Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulations, the Oklahoma Standards for Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Act and/or the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana laws. As a “safety sensitive” classification, you will be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process, or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana.