Public Works-Street - Equipment Operator II

Waterloo City; United States; Presencial; USD 35.948 - 51.198; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A municipal organization is seeking skilled workers for street maintenance and construction in Waterloo City. Responsibilities include operating construction equipment, performing routine repairs, and assisting with snow removal. Candidates must have a valid Class A CDL with the necessary endorsements and a high school diploma or GED. The position requires strong physical abilities and knowledge of safety rules. A commitment to working under various weather conditions is essential.

Formación

• Minimum two years of street construction experience in all weather conditions.
• Class A CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsement required.
• Strong physical abilities to perform maintenance tasks.

Responsabilidades

• Operate street construction equipment safely.
• Perform routine street repairs and assist during snow emergencies.
• Work independently and in a team setting under minimum supervision.

Conocimientos

Knowledge of traffic and safety rules

Ability to safely operate specified equipment

Ability to respond to public questions

Ability to work with diverse backgrounds

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

Street construction equipment

Dump trucks

Snowplows

Power tools

Descripción del empleo

DEPARTMENT

STREET

SALARY

$31.63, WITH $1.00 INCREASE AFTER 6 MO

FLSA

NON-EXEMPT

CIVIL SERVICE

INCLUDED

BARGAINING UNIT

MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES LOCAL #177

Company policy: This may be an 11:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m. shift after training is completed.
PERFORMED under general direction of Street Director and Street Foreman. No supervisory responsibilities.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs skilled construction and street maintenance involving safe operation of mixers, reclaimers, rotomills, pulverizers, mechanical/vacuum sweepers, end loaders, graders, vibratory rollers, track/wheeled excavators, wheeled backhoes and Equipment Operators such as snowplow, dump truck, salt/sand truck. Requires Class A CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsement. Supports pothole patching, oiling, shoveling, raking asphalt, finishing concrete, setting concrete forms, directing traffic, erecting barricades, loading, hauling, and plowing snow.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate street construction equipment and vehicles requiring an active Class A CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsement.
• Perform routine street repairs such as pothole patching, oiling, shoveling, raking asphalt, finishing concrete, setting concrete forms, directing traffic, and erecting barricades.
• Assist in winter preparation by erecting snow fences, installing plows, wings, spreaders on trucks and spraying anti‑icing material.
• Assist in loading, hauling, and plowing snow and operating sand/salt trucks during snow emergencies.
• Participate in special service programs such as emergency storm damage clean‑up.
• Assist in property projects such as cleaning, mowing, and maintenance of city buildings, including carpentry, plumbing, flooring, cleaning, and painting.
• Assist other departments as needed (e.g., mechanical work in the garage or picking up refuse in the Sanitation Department).
• Work in busy traffic areas, operating street maintenance equipment or on foot.
• Perform street maintenance and repairs in trenches and on uneven ground.
• Work independently and with others with minimum supervision, attending work regularly, and performing all duties in accordance with City policies, OSHA, and Public Works safety rules.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of traffic and safety rules.
• Ability to safely operate specified equipment, dump trucks, snowplows, sand/salt trucks, concrete saws, air hammers, and other power and hand tools.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards in busy traffic areas or extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to learn the City street layout and read street signs, chemical hazard labels, and written directions.
• Ability to work alone with snow removal equipment.
• Ability to complete daily worksheets and utilize computer or tablet tools.
• Ability to complete assigned work projects without direct supervision.
• Ability to respond to public questions and comments politely.
• Ability to communicate effectively with city employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Must wear personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, vest, hearing protection, gloves, and a hardhat.
• Must comply with City residency policy for critical employees (within a 30‑mile radius of Waterloo City Hall) and maintain a local telephone number.
• Must submit to Department of Transportation requirements including pre‑employment, post‑accident, reasonable suspicion, random and return‑to‑duty/drug testing.
• Must submit to background investigation including employment and criminal history checks.
• Must pass civil service examination procedures, including an equipment test and panel interview.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum two years of related street construction experience in all types of weather conditions (verifiable).

OR any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

VALID CLASS A COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE

• Must have tanker and air brakes endorsements; good driving record per City criteria. Withheld applicants for loss of license, convictions for OWI, reckless driving, or multiple citations.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Strength, stamina, and speech/hearing sufficient to perform assigned tasks and communicate with coworkers.
• Depth perception and color vision adequate for safe operation of equipment in all weather conditions.
• Dexterity to safely use powered and manual street maintenance tools.
• Personal mobility to operate required equipment safely in all weather and road conditions.
• Work up to 16 hours during snow or other weather emergencies.
• Reasonable accommodations may be considered for applicants meeting essential physical abilities.

WORK SCHEDULE

Shift options: 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m., or 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. Typically Monday‑Friday with a 20‑minute paid lunch. Required to respond to emergency calls on weekends, evenings, and holidays. Significant overtime possible during severe snow emergencies or flooding.

EQUIPMENT EXAMINATION

Qualified applicants must participate in an equipment examination testing skills in operating equipment used in this job classification. Minimum 80/100 points required for passing. The test accounts for 60% of the overall score.

ORAL EXAMINATION

Applicants who pass the equipment examination will appear before an oral examination panel (minimum of three experts). Minimum average score of 60/100 points to pass, accounting for 40% of the overall score. The top applicants determined by combined scores will be placed on the certified list. Appointment contingent on passing a physical examination, drug test, and maintaining a good driving record.

APPLY

Click Here to Apply. A.A./E.E.O. Minority, female & disabled individuals are encouraged to apply. Resumes will be accepted until Monday, September 15th at 5 pm.