Job Description

Posting number: 2602611

Department: Public Works Department

Job classification: Concrete Equipment Operator I/II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works, Drivers, Grounds & Landscaping

Summary

Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, the Equipment Operator I/II works as a member of a concrete construction crew, operating a variety of concrete-related construction equipment routinely used in maintenance projects for streets and drainage. The incumbent ensures safe, efficient, high-quality concrete placement finishing, and related site operations.

While both levels perform core concreate construction tasks, the Equipment Operator II level is distinguished from the entry-level classification by requiring additional years of experience at the journeyman level and possession of a higher-class Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) class. Furthermore, the Level II Operator is responsible for running more complex, heavy-duty concrete construction equipment and may serve as a lead worker.

Examples of duties

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision.

Equipment Operator I

1. Perform skilled duties operating a variety of light to heavy equipment used in the construction and maintenance of streets and drainage systems, including mixers, pumps, saws, breakers, compactors, trowels, skid steers, and excavators with attachments. Assist with concrete site operations by forming, placing, spreading, leveling, and finishing concrete according to project specifications.
2. Set up, calibrate, Inspect and maintain equipment daily, performing minor preventative repairs to assure safe operating conditions; coordinate equipment maintenance with appropriate persons or departments, including maintaining accurate records according to established procedures.
3. Participate in monitoring and maintaining appropriate inventory level of supplies, materials and equipment to efficiently complete work assignments.
4. Assist in the event of any disasters as required; set up barricades, sand bridges and streets; check and inspect barricades for proper placement and visibility; cut and/or remove trees and/or debris from roadways; reset or replace traffic signs with portable signs; clear obstructions such as fallen trees; contain and clean non-hazardous spills and clear a variety of debris; patch sinkholes and set detours.
5. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Equipment Operator II

1. Perform highly skilled construction and maintenance work, demonstrating the ability to perform all core duties of an Equipment Operator I. Safely and proficiently operate a wide variety of heavy equipment and large vehicles to support complex concrete streets and drainage projects, including utilizing track hoes, bulldozers, milling machines, and Menzi Muck excavators for site preparation and concrete removal, as well as operating vacuum trailers, street sweepers, loaders, haul trucks, water trucks, patch trucks, tractors, and dump trucks with spreaders.
2. Perform a wide variety of street and drainage maintenance duties, including operating heavy equipment for asphalt repair, processing and compacting road materials, maintaining right-of-ways and City-owned properties, performing excavation and grading work, and other related Public Works construction activities.
3. Operate and maintain auxiliary mechanical equipment, electronics and attachments used with heavy construction equipment.
4. Perform other related duties as assigned, to include assisting with training co-workers as needed.

Qualifications

Required: High School Diploma or G.E.D

Valid State of Texas Class B CDL driver’s license or the ability to obtain with 90 days of position hire date, and ability to maintain

Experience operating heavy or specialized concrete related equipment.

Knowledge of concrete mixing, placement, curing and finishing methods

Knowledge of the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD)

Knowledge of safety practices and procedures

Willingness and availability for emergency response and on-call duties

Equipment Operator II – additional requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D., two (2) years of additional technical training in a field related to area of assignment, and two (2) years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Valid State of Texas Class A CDL driver’s license or the ability to obtain with 90 days of position hire date, and ability to maintain

Physical Requirements:

Continuous outdoor activity, frequent sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting upper body, climbing, exposure to extreme heat, cold, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor hazards, toxic waste/material hazards, occasional kneeling, crawling, carrying up to ninety (90) pounds, lifting up to ninety (90) pounds.

Please note: Applicants will be considered for the level in which minimum requirements are satisfied

Supplemental information

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Drug Screening: Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this position, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy.