Senior Equipment Operator (Public Works Operations)

City of San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Antonio is seeking a Senior Equipment Operator for Public Works Operations. This role involves operating heavy machinery, supervising crews, and ensuring safety standards are met. Ideal candidates will have a CDL and extensive experience with various types of equipment. Join a dedicated team committed to maintaining and improving public infrastructure.

Benefits

Subsidized health care benefits

Paid disability benefits

Paid life insurance

Pension program matching

Qualifications

• Three years of experience operating light, medium, and heavy equipment.
• Must have Class 'A' Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Experience in operating manual transmission vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates cranes, graders, excavators, and bulldozers.
• Directs subordinate employees in maintenance and construction tasks.
• Ensures safety standards are observed during operations.

Skills

Supervision

Equipment Operation

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy Equipment

Job description

Senior Equipment Operator (Public Works Operations)

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Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing skilled and lead work operating one of several types of heavy equipment used to excavate, load, transfer, or move dirt, gravel, or other material in the maintenance or construction of parks, streets, and other public properties. Exercises technical supervision over assigned crews.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, is responsible for performing skilled and lead work operating one of several types of heavy equipment used to excavate, load, transfer, or move dirt, gravel, or other material in the maintenance or construction of parks, streets, and other public properties. Exercises technical supervision over assigned crews.

May be assigned to work at any of the following Service Center locations

• Northeast Service Center - 10303 Toolyard, San Antonio, Texas 78233
• Southeast Service Center - 1318 Southeast Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas 78220
• Northwest Service Center - 6939 W Loop 1604 N, San Antonio, Texas 78254
• West Service Center - 6798 Culebra Road, San Antonio, Texas 78228
• Southwest Service Center - 6927 W. Commerce, San Antonio Texas 78228
  
  

Work Hours

7:15 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Monday- Thursday or Tuesday - Friday

Essential Job Functions

• Operates cranes, graders, excavators, bulldozers, tractor trailers, milling machines and paving machines and other types of light to heavy equipment.
• Executes work instructions and directs subordinate employees in performing maintenance and construction tasks.
• Performs inspections and minor maintenance or service checks on equipment and vehicles.
• Prepares reports and work orders, and maintains logs and time sheets.
• Participates in training employees in the use of equipment.
• Transports tools, vehicles, and equipment to and from job sites, frequently lifting and carrying materials weighing 50 pounds.
• Provides lead supervision to crews as assigned and ensures work is completed according to specifications and quality standards.
• Ensures that all established safety standards are observed while work is performed, including the wearing of safety apparel.
• Ensures the proper placement of barricades and warning signs.
• Removes debris from drainage ditches, streets, roads, and alleys.
• Operates heavy equipment in disposal of refuse at a City landfill and/or in the demolition of unsafe structures.
• Assists supervisor in maintaining a stock of supplies and materials required to perform assignments.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
• Three (3) years of experience operating light, medium, and heavy equipment.
• Must have Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the appropriate level of Texas Commercial "CDL" Driver's License plus all required endorsements.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in operating manual transmission vehicles.
• Five (5) years' experience operating heavy equipment (i.e. motor grader, milling machine, asphalt paver, excavator, tractor trailer).
• Five (5) years' experience working with hot/cold mix asphalt.
• Three (3) years' experience keeping accurate daily work documentation.
  
  

Applicant Information

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of characteristics, limitations, and safety procedures of the equipment being operated.
• Knowledge of equipment inspection procedures and maintenance requirements.
• Knowledge of traffic safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to develop work schedules and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to recognize malfunctions in the equipment being operated.
• Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
• Working conditions are primarily in a construction site environment with frequent exposure to temperature extremes, dust, damp/wet surfaces, high noise levels, oily surfaces, and hazardous heavy equipment.
  
  

Benefits Information

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

http://www.sanantonio.gov/hr/employee_information/benefits/index.asp

Note

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.
  
  

Additional Information

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department so that accommodations may be made to meet your needs. Our telephone number is 210-207-8705 and our fax number is 210-207-2285.

01

Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

• Yes - I am a Full Time City Employee.
• Yes - I am a Part Time City Employee.
• No - I am not a Full Time or Part Time City Employee.
  
  

02

Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Are you a San Antonio Ready to Work Program (SAR2W) or Train for Jobs San Antonio Program (TfJSA) participant?

• Yes - SA Ready to Work Program
• Yes - Train for Jobs SA Program
• Yes - Both Programs
• No
  
  

04

Do you have the ability to read and write at a level necessary for a successful job performance?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

How many years of experience do you have operating light, medium, and heavy equipment?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more
  
  

06

What type of Driver's License do you currently have?

• Class "A" Commercial Driver's License
• Class "B" Commercial Driver's License
• Class "C" Driver's License
• None of the above
  
  

07

What type of commercial vehicle or equipment transmissions do you have at least One (1) year of experience with?

• I do not have any experience
• Automatic Transmissions
• Manual Transmissions
  
  

08

Please select the type of driver license endorsement (s) you have.

• H - Authorizes the transportation of hazardous material (CDL only)
• N - Authorizes the operation of a tank vehicle (CDL or CLP)
• P - Authorizes the operation of a vehicle transporting passengers (CDL or CLP)
• S - Authorizes the operation of a school bus (CDL or CLP)
• T - Authorizes towing two (double) or three (triple) trailers over a specified weight (CDL only)
• X - Authorizes the operation of a combination of hazardous material and tank vehicle (CDL only)
• None of the above
  
  

09

Please select the type of driver license restriction (s) you have.

• E - No manual transmission equipped CMV
• L - No air brake equipped CMV
• O - No tractor-trailer CMV
• T - Automatic transmission
• Z - No full air brake equipped CMV
• None of the above
  
  

10

This position may be assigned to work at any of the following Service Center locations. While we cannot guarantee placement, please select the preferred Service Center(s) you are interested in:

• Northeast Service Center - 10303 Toolyard, San Antonio, Texas 78233
• Southeast Service Center - 1318 Southeast Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas 78220
• Northwest Service Center - 6939 W Loop 1604 N, San Antonio, Texas 78254
• West Service Center - 6798 Culebra Road, San Antonio, Texas 78228
• Southwest Service Center - 6927 W. Commerce, San Antonio Texas 78228
  
  

11

How would you best describe your proficiency in reading and writing in English?

• I am not able to communicate
• Beginner (Know some words)
• Intermediate (Communicate with minimal assistance)
• Advanced (Can communicate)
• Fluent (Able to effectively communicate and teach others)
  
  

12

How many years of experience do you have as a supervisor or crew lead?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more
  
  

13

How many years of experience do you have working in roadway construction?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more
  
  

14

How many years of experience do you have reading and interpreting engineering plans, blue prints, sketches and drawings?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more
  
  

15

How many years of experience do you have recording/keeping accurate daily work documentation?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more
  
  

16

How many years of experience do you have working with hot/cold mix asphalt?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 5 years
• 4 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more
  
  

17

How many years of experience do you have hauling heavy equipment on 18 wheel truck & trailer?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than one year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years
• 10 years or more
  
  

18

Select any of the following equipment you have at least three (3) years of experience operating:

• 10 Yd Dump truck
• 26 CY Truck
• Asphalt pavers
• Bulldozers
• Backhoe
• Cranes
• Excavators
• Flat wheel rollers
• Front end loaders
• Graders
• Haul Truck
• Milling machines
• Mini excavator
• Motor graders
• Paving machines
• Pneumatic rollers
• Rubbertire Gradall
• Skid loaders
• Sweepers
• Track Dozer
• Track Gradall
• Tractor trailers
• Utility trailer
• Low Boys
• Milling & Overlay
• None of the above
  
  

19

This Position May Require Working After Normal Business Hours During Emergency Situations,. Select Any Of The Following Shifts You Are Able And Willing To Work If Needed

• Days
• Evenings
• Weekends
• Nights
• Holidays
• On-call
• After-hours
• Rotating work schedules
• Alternate work schedules
• Adjusted work schedules
  
  

20

Describe your experience working on large construction or maintenance projects requiring you to operate heavy equipment. What types of projects and equipment did you manage? If you do not have any relevant experience, respond "n/a".

21

Priorities often change suddenly throughout the day. If you are asked to quickly do another task, how would that affect you? If you do not have a relevant answer, respond "n/a".

22

I acknowledge that for this position I will be required to pass a DOT physical examination conducted by a City of San Antonio medical provider and receive a minimum of a 1-year medical certification card as a condition of employment. I further understand that this requirement also applies to current City employees applying for CDL positions and if I am a current City employee, I will no longer be grandfathered under the Driver Safety Program Administrative Directive 4.8 if I apply and am selected for this position.

• I acknowledge
  
  

23

I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail] or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended.

• I acknowledge.
• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, and Government Administration

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