Senior Drainage Ops & Heavy Equipment Lead

City of Austin; Town of Sherman (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

City of Austin is seeking a skilled Open Waterways Equipment Operator to perform high-level construction and maintenance work, including traffic control setup and drainage right-of-ways maintenance.

The role involves operating multiple heavy equipment types, leading safety on job sites, and performing pre-trip inspections. Requires a Class A CDL and robust experience in heavy equipment operation.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years’ experience in maintenance and/or construction, including two (2) years’ experience in operation of heavy-duty equipment.
• One (1) year of additional related experience may substitute for one (1) year of high school, up to a maximum of four (4) years.
• Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Specific endorsements may be required within 120 days of hire.
• Must maintain a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operates a minimum of two types of heavy equipment per Equipment Training Program.
• Drives trucks and trailer rigs to haul equipment and materials.
• Operates and oversees maintenance of gas/diesel/propane equipment and related tools.
• Lead safety enforcement and ensure proper PPE, barricades, signs, and adequate lighting on jobsites.
• Perform work in storm water management facilities, erosion control projects, and open waterways.
• Performs pre-trip inspections and reports malfunctions to supervisor.
• Oversees landscape maintenance and emergency response duties as needed.
• Participates in on-the-job and skill-based training to meet department goals.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety leadership

Communication

Reading/comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

City of Austin is seeking a skilled Open Waterways Equipment Operator to perform high-level construction and maintenance work, including traffic control setup and drainage right-of-ways maintenance.

The role involves operating multiple heavy equipment types, leading safety on job sites, and performing pre-trip inspections. Requires a Class A CDL and robust experience in heavy equipment operation.