Operator II - Sewers - FT

Description

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list below are representative of the knowledge, education, skills and abilities requires. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate and drive 4-wheel drive pickup truck and up to a 1-ton dump truck, with or without snowplow and salt spreader attachment, pulling various trailers and attachments.
• Perform street maintenance; repair of street surface including manual labor for other job-related programs, including paving, prep, roto-mill and working with hot and cold asphalt and crack seal materials.
• Clean catch basins and hand sweeps streets, sidewalks, islands, and approaches.
• Haul leaves, branches, dirt, debris, and various other materials.
• Cut and trim bushes and brush on or near streets and alleys.
• Assist in retention basin maintenance with the demonstrable ability to use a zero-turn radius mower and all other equipment as needed.
• Operate forklift and other small equipment, ex. skid steer with attachments and backhoe.
• Lift and operate 90-pound jackhammer.
• Lift and operate 120-pound plate compactor.
• Operate less than 5-ton steel drum roller, leaf vacuum, crack seal machine, patch boxes and air compressors.
• Demonstrate ability to operate backhoe, front end loader, trucks, skid steer, compressor with air hammer, jet rodder, sewer televising equipment, tractor mower.
• Read and understand GIS maps.
• Work in confined spaces as necessary to maintain storm and sanitary drainage systems.
• Perform snow removal operations during the winter.
• Operate various types of tools & equipment including but not limited to: shovels, wheelbarrows, floats, edgers, rakes, etc,
• Clean and perform routine maintenance on all equipment, such as snow blade changes, mounting/de-mounting of fall/winter equipment.
• Assume responsibility for equipment and tools assigned to Equipment Operator I.
• Maintain daily reports.
• Assist with other departmental functions such as custodial/janitorial duties, light building maintenance, lawn maintenance and operation of snow blower and salt spreader for building snow control.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas, tools and equipment
• Interact with co-workers and the public with tact and diplomacy
• Maintain a positive attitude and consistent performance
• Manage time, make sound decisions and work independently
• Follow directions and relay work progress in an effective manner
• Follow safety procedures, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities as apparent or as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITY

• Ability to communicate with the public with a focus on positive customer service
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with others
• Ability to maintain best practices and learn new maintenance procedures
• Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, safety rules, and memos
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods under adverse field conditions

EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Prefer high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write.
• Clean driving record. Knowledge of heavy equipment operations and functions.
• Must have demonstrable skill/ability to proficiently operate equipment including skid steer w/attachments, zero-turn mower, chain saw, concrete saw, weed whacker, power hedge trimmers, backpack blower.
• Must have experience in casting repair, adjustment, and replacement.
• Must have road construction experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must have or be able to obtain within 60 days
  
  • Class A Commercial Driver's License with Air Brake and Combination Vehicle endorsements OR
  • Class B Commercial Driver's license with Air Brake and Tanker endorsements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or push/pull up to 120 pounds. Specific vision abilities required in this job include close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment will be primarily working outside in various weather conditions (extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, snow, etc.). While performing the duties of this job, the employee constantly works near moving mechanical parts and in all weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to cold or heat and humidity, fumes or airborne particles and vibrations. Ability to climb into truck beds, ability to lift to 120 pounds, ability to push or pull equipment into position, ability to perform very strenuous physical work. Exposure to oil and grease, solvents and other chemicals, bio-solids, compost, and dust.

SCHEDULE:

May vary with season/operational needs, overtime as required.

• Spring, Summer, Fall:
  • Monday - Thursday, 6:30am - 4:30pm or Tuesday - Friday, 6:30am - 4:30pm
• Winter:
  • Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:00pm., 3:00pm - 11:00pm or 11:00pm- 7:00am

UNION AFFILIATION:

Teamsters Local #364

REQUIRED:

• 18 years of age or older
• Driver's License to start
• CDL within 60 days
• Pre-Employment Drug Screen
• Background Check

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The City of South Bend is an at-will employer.

Requirements

This job opening is for Teamsters INTERNAL bidding only

If you are not currently a Teamster that is eligible to bid for this job, you must use the public job posting once it is available.

Essential Duty: Uphold Core Values

All employees of the City of South Bend are expected to uphold and actively demonstrate the City's Core Values in their daily work, which are summarized below:

• Excellence - Deliver high-quality service and strive for continuous improvement.
• Accountability - Take ownership of responsibilities and outcomes.
• Innovation - Seek creative solutions and embrace new ideas.
• Inclusion - Promote a respectful, equitable, and welcoming environment.
• Empowerment - Support and encourage others to grow and succeed.

This duty is fundamental to fostering a positive workplace culture and delivering exceptional public service. These values shape our culture, inform our decisions, and inspire our work every day.

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