Job Description

Posting number: 25-00168

Department: PUBLIC WORKS & ENGINEERING

Job classification: HEAVY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST I - PWE

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Public Works, Trades, Miscellaneous

Summary

apply now. heavy equipment specialist II. public works and engineering

Join our Public Works & Engineering team as a Heavy Equipment Specialist I/II and be a vital part of maintaining our community's infrastructure! We're seeking skilled individuals with a strong background in operating and maintaining heavy machinery such as bulldozers, excavators, and loaders. In this role, you'll ensure that our equipment runs smoothly and safely, contributing to the success of our public projects. If you're passionate about machinery and take pride in your work, apply today to help us keep our city moving!

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

Responsible for performing skilled operations of several types of heavy equipment used to excavate, load, transfer or move dirt, gravel or materials in the maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, driveways, alleys, drainage and asphalt as well as brush removal. The ability to operate vehicles and equipment such as patch trucks, street sweeper, concrete breaker, dump truck, compactor, picker truck, backhoe and loader as well as assorted hand and pneumatic tools is a must. Work involves responsibility for efficient use of such equipment. Duties include performance of manual labor associated with street maintenance and construction.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Responsible for performing skilled and lead work operating several types of heavy equipment used to excavate, load, transfer, or move dirt, gravel or materials in the maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, driveways, alleys, drainage and asphalt repairs. The ability to operate vehicles and equipment such as gradall, bulldozer, concrete truck, dump truck, compactor, picker truck, backhoe and loader as well as assorted hand and pneumatic tools is a must. Work involves responsibility for efficient use of such equipment. Duties include the performance of manual labor associated with street maintenance and construction.

FOR SOLID WASTE ONLY:

Operates all necessary heavy equipment used for brush disposal.

Examples of duties

HEAVY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST I

• Operates equipment such as street sweeper, dump truck, compactor, picker truck, backhoe, concrete breaker and loader as well as assorted hand and pneumatic tools. Operates all necessary equipment in construction and maintenance of drainage and streets.
• Inspects, cleans and performs routine maintenance work on vehicles and equipment daily; identifies and reports mechanical problems and damage.
• Performs traffic control activities as needed; reports safety hazards and traffic problems. Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; recognizes, avoids and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Performs skilled and semiskilled construction, maintenance and general labor work in the maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, driveways, alleys, drainage and asphalt repairs.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST II

• Operates equipment such as gradall, bulldozer, dump truck, compactor, picker truck, backhoe and loader as well as assorted hand and pneumatic tools. Operates all necessary equipment in construction and maintenance of drainage and streets.
• Inspects, cleans and performs routine maintenance work on vehicles and equipment daily; identifies and reports mechanical problems and damage.
• Performs personnel related duties including training and coaching. Maintains proper safety on and off the road.
• Performs traffic control activities as needed; reports safety hazards and traffic problems. Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; recognizes, avoids and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

FOR SOLID WASTE ONLY:

• Drives and operates heavy equipment including stake-bed trucks and hydraulic pickers.
• Loads brush and picks up other disposable waste with various equipment.
• Performs personnel related duties including training and coaching.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

HEAVY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST I ($16.79 - $20.99)

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
• Valid State of Texas Class "B" Commercial Drivers License, or must be obtained within six months of date in position.
• One year of experience.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated prior supervisory experience.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST II ($19.02 - $23.78)

Required:

1. High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
2. Three years of related experience.
3. Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
4. Valid State of Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver’s License, or must be obtained within six months in position.

Supplemental information

HEAVY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST I

Ability to operate equipment including sweeper, backhoe, water truck, patch truck and maintainer. Ability to keep accurate maintenance, sweeping, and patching records. Knowledge of city streets. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST II

Ability to operate equipment including backhoe, dozer, maintainer, etc. Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, cut sheets, and work orders. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public. Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures. Ability to make routine operating adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment and identify mechanical problems. Must establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with City employees and the public.

FOR SOLID WASTE ONLY:

Ability to operate and maintain all types of equipment used in solid waste collection. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.

Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve.

Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services.

Overall Position Strength Demands

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.