Street Maintenance Equipment Operator & Crew Lead

City of St. Joseph; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 41,307 - 50,486; Full time

Job summary

The City of St. Joseph is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate a variety of heavy machinery for the maintenance and repair of streets. This role includes supervising other operators, performing equipment maintenance, and responding to weather emergencies.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma and three to five years of related experience. A valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement is required. The position involves working in various weather conditions and performing physical tasks.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of prior experience in the maintenance and repair of streets required.
• Required to be on-call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Ability to routinely lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment for maintenance and repair of streets.
• Assists in directing and supervising other equipment operators.
• Cleans and performs maintenance on assigned equipment.

Skills

Skills in operating heavy equipment

Knowledge of general street maintenance

Ability to follow instructions

Valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement

Ability to read blueprints

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Motor grader

Tracked excavator

Backhoe

Job description

The City of St. Joseph is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate a variety of heavy machinery for the maintenance and repair of streets. This role includes supervising other operators, performing equipment maintenance, and responding to weather emergencies.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma and three to five years of related experience. A valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement is required. The position involves working in various weather conditions and performing physical tasks.