The City of Roanoke is seeking a Construction Crew Operator to perform skilled work with or around the operation of heavy motorized equipment involved with stormwater construction maintenance projects. Equipment used includes various heavy construction equipment, and various hand tools needed to complete assigned tasks. Position responsible for repairs and renovations to stormwater conveyance system including pipes, manholes, and inlets. Ability to operate a combination sewer cleaner will be required to assist with potholing operations, and will be able to learn through cross training. Individual may assist with pipe cleaning operations. Follows safety regulations related to work area and equipment use. Standby work will include working some nights, holidays and weekends as needed. Operates heavy and light equipment in snow removal and assists with special events, and other emergency tasks, including some nights and weekends, as needed. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one to three years related experience and/or training in storm drain, street maintenance, driving/operating heavy construction equipment and the performance of heavy manual labor; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires possession of a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment. Ability to obtain Tanker Endorsement (N) is preferred but not required. Ability to obtain Pesticide Registered Technician within 12 months of hiring date may be required. Completion of other tasks and jobs supporting the division may be assigned. 
SUMMARY 
Performs skilled work in the maintenance of facilities and/or equipment and in the operation of motorized equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include the following depending on area of assignment. Other duties may be assigned.
Operates tractor trailer or other heavy construction equipment
Operates street sweeper, excavator, bulldozer, backhoe, heavy front-end loader, crane and chipper, large motor grader in leveling ground surfaces and street/construction repair
Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments on equipment
When not operating heavy equipment, operates lighter equipment or trains other operators
Operates heavy and light equipment in snow removal
Operates truck, including automatic and manual transmission
Inspects equipment for proper safety and ensures that truck is equipped with all necessary equipment for the day's assignment 
May perform inspection of playgrounds and associated equipment
Maintains accurate log sheets, checklists and pre-trip sheets
Performs major and minor cleaning work on storm drain systems
Repairs catch basin boxes with concrete and brick and/or blocks
Performs work in the resurfacing of concrete walkways (floor polishing) in city buildings.
Performs some major and all minor motor repairs and replacement work such as: cleaning and replacing spark plugs, installing radiator hose, and packing water pumps; refacing valves and seats, grinding, assembling, and adjusting them; installing rings and bearings and making proper adjustments; and overhauling/repairing carburetors and clutches, brakes, ignition and fuel systems, transmissions, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies, hydraulic system components including pumps and cylinders; and tuning motors 
Makes repairs and renovations to fields and grounds including mowing, mulching, aeration, grading, seeding, and sodding
Assists with special events, snow removal and other emergency tasks, including some nights and weekends, as needed
May be responsible for fabrication, maintenance, and installation of traffic control, pavement markings and barricade signage according to City guidelines and uniformity.
May require some experience and knowledge of computer graphic software and equipment used for fabrication and installation of signs and markings
Knowledge of pertinent rules and regulations, guidelines, safety orders, departmental operating procedures and safety regulations sufficient to insure that work is performed in compliance with applicable law. 
Enforces sound safety and housekeeping practices.
Follows safety rules/procedures; avoid known hazards in the work environment.
Reviews safety procedures before beginning each job with known hazards.
Safety first. Places avoidance of injury or property damage above all other job requirements.
Follows established safety procedures.
May be required to wear some type of respiratory protection in the performance of their duties
Maintenance Tech II (Sign Shop) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
 

• Discuss job requirements and receive detailed instructions from the supervisor
• Inspects sign and marking installations in progress to ensure conformance with current MUTCD standards
• Requisitions of necessary equipment and materials in daily operation
• Maintains accurate shop daily operation log sheets and checklists using the VueWorks system
• Sets up work zones as needed to ensure according to the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual
• Installs and repairs traffic signs and pavement markings throughout the City
• Assists crew with laying down hot applied thermoplastic
• Installs, repairs, and maintains street painting such as double yellow and skips
• Assists the sign fabricator with making signs
• Sets up work zones as needed according to the Virginia Work Area Protection Manual
• Assists the shop supervisor during emergency events and works with police, fire/EMS, and other governmental functions
• Participates in the City of Roanoke snow removal operations
• Any other task above and beyond as deemed necessary by the Sign Shop Supervisor

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 
May supervise crew in the absence of Maintenance Technician III or Maintenance Technician IV.