What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator Apprentice, or Equipment Operator I or II position at City of Homer Alaska?
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR APPRENTICE
GENERAL FUNCTIONS
Entry Level position, which assists in the maintenance and operational duties including safety as well as maintenance of roads, drainage works and other City infrastructure.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR ACTIVITIES
1. Works under supervision to assist in the maintenance of City roads, drainage works and other City infrastructure, including, but not limited to:
Steaming culverts and drains free of ice
Sanding roads
Plowing sidewalks, paths and trails
Driving dump trucks
Installing road and other signs
Crack sealing asphalt roads
Sanding icy roads & pathways
Small Works construction projects
Water distribution and sewer collection facilities, such as water valve repair, etc
2. Operates a variety of equipment used in the repair and maintenance of City infrastructure, including, but not limited to:
Sanding truck
Skid Steer
Loader
Service truck
3. Operates a variety of hand and power tools used in the course of infrastructure construction and maintenance.
4. Serves as Flagger as needed.
5. Administers Public Works Fueling Depot.
6. Administers Operators' Work Orders.
7. Serves as Operators' Key Contact for purposes of administering the Computerized Asset Management System.
8. Assists Lead Operator with procurement, budgeting and other administrative functions.
9. Serves on the Department's Incident Command Structure as directed in the case of emergency.
10. Performs other duties as directed by Lead Equipment Operator.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Four years experience cleaning, maintaining and/or constructing public works infrastructure.
- Experience addressing administrative requirements for a public works infrastructure or field construction office
- Working knowledge of hand and power tools.
- Valid Driver's License.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Requires the ability to maintain a positive working relationship with others.
- Ability to get a CDL within one-year of employment.
- Facility for learning to operate heavy equipment.
- Strong history of respecting safety rules.
- Flaggers Card is preferred
DECISION MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES
As the employee gains knowledge and skills, the level of supervision will move from daily, specific direction to irregular, general direction. Duties are a major source of potential liability to the City. Follows policies and procedures. Low budget authority at unit level. Decisions are reviewed by the Lead Equipment Operator.
SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY
None.
EXTERNAL VISIBILITY/CONTACT
Moderate frequency of contact with the general public and key service personnel. Infrequent contact with key City personnel and government officials at public meetings.
WORKING CONDITIONS
High frequency of exposure to adverse weather conditions. Moderate frequency of exposure to hazardous working situations. Involves frequent physical effort in lifting or moving equipment between 30-40 pounds and working in awkward or confined positions with tools or equipment. On call duty and overtime will be required.
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I
GENERAL FUNCTIONS
Safely operate heavy and light equipment for maintenance and construction of streets, drainage ditches, water and wastewater utilities and other City facilities in an efficient and proficient manner.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR ACTIVITIES
1. Operate heavy equipment, backhoe, front end loader, boiler, trucks, etc., for maintenance of streets, drainage ditches, sewer and water utilities and parking lots.
2. Properly follow City of Homer policies and procedures and OSHA safety procedures. Bring problems, issues, or concerns to supervisor, Superintendent, or Public Works Director.
3.Perform manual labor as required in maintenance of City equipment or facilities.
4.Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned City equipment and refer defects or needed repairs to supervisor; clean equipment.
5.May need to control traffic at work sites by flagging to guide traffic through work areas, as required or assigned.
6.Perform other duties as directed by the Lead Equipment Operator, Superintendent or Public Works Director.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE
Considerable knowledge of heavy equipment operating principles. Ability to drive and operate the equipment under varying working conditions. Four years' experience operating heavy equipment preferred. Working knowledge in road construction/maintenance required and construction/maintenance of water and sewer systems preferred. Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations. Ability to work independently and in a team like setting. Basic computer knowledge required. Good customer service skills required. High School Diploma or GED and valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement required.
DECISION MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES
Direction is given daily of a specific nature by immediate supervisor or assigned leader. Responsible for carrying out unit procedures. Independent judgment and collaborative judgment is particularly important in situations where dangerous conditions are involved within unit and other divisions. Activities are a major source of potential liability of to the City. Moderate budget authority at unit level.
SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY
None.
EXTERNAL VISIBILITY/CONTACT
High frequency of contact and visibility with the public. Moderate contact with key service personnel in purchase of parts and supplies. Infrequent contact with key City personnel, government officials and presentations and attendance at public meetings.
WORKING CONDITIONS
High frequency of exposure to adverse weather conditions such as extreme cold, snow and ice. High frequency exposure to hazardous weather and working conditions such as working in deep ditches, use of steam boilers, working in confined spaces and use of hazardous paints and solvents. Work includes heavy physical effort in lifting or moving equipment and in working in awkward positions with tools or equipment. Position required to be on call and available for overtime. Work on holidays, weekends and various shifts will be required.
This position is subject to the Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy.
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
GENERAL FUNCTIONS
Safely operate heavy and light equipment for maintenance and construction of streets, drainage ditches, water and wastewater utilities and other City facilities in an efficient and proficient manner.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR ACTIVITIES
1.Operate heavy equipment; grader, backhoe, front end loader, boiler, trucks, excavator, asphalt repair equipment, road painting equipment, etc., for maintenance of streets, drainage ditches, sewer and water utilities and parking lots.
2. Act as lead man when assigned on a crew working on a given job.
3.Properly follow City of Homer policies and procedures and OSHA safety procedures. Bring problems, issues, or concerns to supervisor, Superintendent, or Public Works Director.
4.Assist in training of lower-level employees performing the maintenance and repair duties, as required or assigned.
5.Perform manual labor as required in maintenance of City equipment or facilities.
6. Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned City equipment and refer defects or needed repairs to supervisor; clean equipment.
7. May need to control traffic at work sites by flagging to guide traffic through work areas, as required or assigned.
8.Perform other duties as directed by the Lead Equipment Operator, Superintendent or Public Works Director.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE
Extensive knowledge of heavy equipment operating principles. Ability to drive and operate the equipment under varying working conditions. Five years' experience operating heavy equipment preferred. Working knowledge of construction and maintenance of water, wastewater and road systems is preferred. Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations. Ability to work independently and in a team like setting. Basic computer knowledge required. Good customer service skills required. High school diploma or GED required. Valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement required.
DECISION MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES
Direction is given daily of a specific nature by immediate supervisor or assigned leader. Responsible for carrying out and developing procedures at unit level. Independent judgment and collaborative judgment is particularly important in situations where dangerous conditions are involved within unit and other divisions. Activities are a major source of potential liability. Moderate budget authority at unit level.
SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY
May direct Public Works crew while completing a given task or project as assigned.
EXTERNAL VISIBILITY/CONTACT
High frequency of contact and visibility with the public. Moderate contact with key service personnel in purchase of parts and supplies. Infrequent contact with key City personnel, government officials and presentations and attendance at public meetings.
WORKING CONDITIONS
High frequency of exposure to adverse weather conditions such as extreme cold, snow and ice. High frequency exposure to hazardous weather and working conditions such as working in deep ditches, use of steam boilers, working in confined spaces and use of hazardous paints and solvents. Work includes heavy physical effort in lifting or moving equipment and in working in awkward positions with tools or equipment. Position required to be on call and available for overtime. Work on holidays, weekends and various shifts will be required.
This position is subject to the Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy.
