Utility Equipment Operator

City of Victoria TX; Victoria (TX); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

TMRS retirement

Zusammenfassung

City of Victoria is seeking a Utility Equipment Operator to participate in the construction, maintenance, and repair of utilities systems and infrastructure. You will operate backhoes and jet vacuum trucks to excavate water and wastewater lines, locate lines, repair or install systems, and clear blockages.

The role requires a valid Class B CDL with tanker endorsement and a Class D Water Operator license or higher, plus at least two years of equipment operation experience.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required with two years of experience operating construction equipment.
• Valid Class B Commercial driver’s license with a tanker endorsement.
• Class D Water Operator license or higher.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and TCEQ standards related to water and wastewater systems.
• Experience with records maintenance and retention.
• Ability to read manuals, work orders, maps, and blueprints.

Aufgaben

• Prepare job sites by setting signs, cones, barrels, barricades, and traffic control for outages.
• Operate backhoes and jet vacuum trucks to excavate and clear water/wastewater lines.
• Locate and trace water/wastewater lines; repair or install distribution and collection systems.
• Clear stoppages using sewer tapes and motorized rooting machines.
• Backfill excavations and restore roads to safe traffic conditions.
• Inspect, prepare, and maintain equipment; stock service trucks for work orders.
• Complete and submit work orders and technical drawings.
• On-call duties as required.

Kenntnisse

Safety and PPE compliance

Teamwork and communication

Reading blueprints/maps

Heavy equipment operation

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of construction equipment operation experience

Class D Water Operator license or higher

CDL Class B with tanker endorsement

Tools

CDL Class B with tanker endorsement

Water/wastewater system knowledge

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Utility Equipment Operator participates in the construction, maintenance, and repair of utilities systems and infrastructure by operating various types of construction equipment.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepares job sites by setting signs, cones, barrels, barricades, and other traffic control notifying customers in possible changes being made to roadway and utility service interruptions.
• Operates equipment to include back hoes and jet vacuum trucks to excavate water and wastewater lines, clean sewer mains, and clear mainline stoppages.
• Locates and traces water and wastewater lines; repairs or installs water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Uses sewer tapes and motorized rooting machines to clear stoppages in service lines.
• Back fills excavated areas and returns roads to safe traffic conditions.
• Inspects, prepares, and maintains all equipment required to perform daily duties; stocks service trucks with parts and equipment needed to complete work orders.
• Completes and submits work orders and technical drawings related to daily tasks.
• Performs on-call duties as assigned.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed throughout the City at utility treatment facilities and work sites. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, potentially dangerous tools, equipment, and machinery, noxious fumes and odors, electrical and traffic hazards, and inclement weather conditions. May be required to work in confined spaces, climb in and out of trenches, and lift and move objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent AND two (2) years of experience operating construction equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess a valid Class B Commercial driver’s license with a tanker endorsement.
• Must possess a Class D Water Operator license or higher.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and TCEQ standards related to water and wastewater systems.
• Familiarity with work safety policies, procedures, and PPE use.
• Experience in records maintenance and retention.
• Reading and accurately interpreting manuals, work orders, maps, and blueprints.
• Proficiency in construction, maintenance, and repair of water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with staff, agencies, and the public.
• Skilled in operating tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Effective organization, prioritization, and deadline management.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain professional relationships.

The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.

Please visit the Human Resources Department's benefits page for more details.