Senior Heavy Equipment Lead Operator (CDL)

City-of-SAN-Antoni; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Antonio seeks a skilled lead heavy equipment operator to manage and operate cranes, graders, excavators, bulldozers, and related machinery for streets, parks, and public works. This role requires CDL Class A and at least three years of hands-on experience.

Under supervision, you will supervise crews, prepare reports, conduct inspections, and ensure safety standards on outdoor job sites in varied conditions.

Qualifications

• Formal or informal training enabling reading and writing at a sufficient level.
• Minimum three years of experience operating light, medium, and heavy equipment.
• Valid Class A CDL with required endorsements as applicable.
• Knowledge of equipment inspection and maintenance practices.
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate staff when assigned.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Operates cranes, graders, excavators, bulldozer, tractor trailer, and other types of light to heavy equipment.
• Executes work instructions and directs subordinate employees in performing maintenance 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 up to 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.
• 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.

Skills

Operate cranes

Operate graders

Operate excavators

Operate bulldozer

Operate tractor trailer

Light to heavy equipment

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

City of San Antonio seeks a skilled lead heavy equipment operator to manage and operate cranes, graders, excavators, bulldozers, and related machinery for streets, parks, and public works. This role requires CDL Class A and at least three years of hands-on experience.

Under supervision, you will supervise crews, prepare reports, conduct inspections, and ensure safety standards on outdoor job sites in varied conditions.