Job Description

Posting number: B272740-1

Department: Public Works (27/38)

Division: Street Cleaning

Job classification: Heavy Equipment Operator I, 204

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works, Drivers

Summary

Operates one or more pieces of heavy equipment such as: street sweeper, or pot patcher, 18 wheel semi-tractor/trailer, or light equipment such as asphalt spreaders, sand/gravel distributor, or trailer mounted power washer. May be required to work night shift.

Examples of duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Operates a street sweeper in order to maintain City streets clean.
• Performs basic maintenance on equipment and tools including washing, changing oil, and greasing.
• May assist in performing unskilled or semi-skilled labor such as digging ditches, covering ditches, pouring concrete, mowing, trimming trees and shrubs, and all other duties as needed to perform paving projects.
• May transport heavy equipment (i.e. backhoe, grader, power rollers, etc.) on lowboy.
• May assist in training new employees and in assigning, checking and approving work of laborers and other equipment operators.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
• Must follow all rules of telephone and/or hand held radio courtesy in all communications.
• Must be available to assist department during emergencies (i.e. floods, hurricanes, etc.).
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs related work as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of safe operations of heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of geography of the City including major streets and landmarks.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of vehicles and equipment.

Skills and Abilities:

• Skill in organization and time management.
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instruction.
• Ability to maintain accurate and complete records.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements

Position will have the following exposures

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards
• Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments:

Sometimes

• Construction site
• Confined space

Frequently or Often

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Vehicles

Exposures

Position will require the employee to be exposed to:

Sometimes

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Frequently or Often

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel

Position will require the employee to travel:

Local

• Frequently or Often

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• At least two (2) years of experience as a heavy equipment operator. Experience operating a street sweeper, or pot patcher, 18 wheel semi-tractor/trailer, or light equipment such as asphalt spreaders, sand/gravel distributor, or trailer mounted power washer is preferred.

Supplemental information

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas C.D.L. class A or B Driver License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.