Streets & Drainage Heavy Equipment Operator

City of Hanford; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hanford seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to maintain streets and storm drains in the Public Works Department – Streets Division. You will operate heavy machinery, inspect equipment, and support the supervisor with project duties.

Two years of experience and a California driver’s license are required; a Class A with tanker/air brake endorsements and a forklift certificate within 12 months are also expected. Lead responsibilities include safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Two years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, CA Class C driver's license; CA Class A with tanker and air brake endorsements within twelve months; forklift certificate within twelve months.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoes, motor graders, bobcats, and bulldozers on construction and maintenance projects.
• Load and transport heavy equipment using tractor trailer.
• Perform safety inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
• Assist streets crew maintenance functions when not operating equipment.
• Utilize MUTCD safety and traffic control procedures.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Safety procedures

Read hydraulic gauges

Communicate effectively

Office software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CA Class C license

CA Class A with tanker & air brake

Forklift certificate

Job description

The City of Hanford seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator to maintain streets and storm drains in the Public Works Department – Streets Division. You will operate heavy machinery, inspect equipment, and support the supervisor with project duties.

Two years of experience and a California driver’s license are required; a Class A with tanker/air brake endorsements and a forklift certificate within 12 months are also expected. Lead responsibilities include safety and teamwork.