What are the responsibilities and job description for the EQUIPMENT OPERATOR position at CITY OF TAYLOR?
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE JOB:
Maintains city’s Streets, Parks and Right of Ways in a safe, effective, and efficient manner. Duties include: operating construction equipment, heavy machinery and repairing, maintaining facilities and equipment. Maintenance of streets, Parks, curb & gutter systems, Storm sewer systems and street signage. Must be available to work overtime and be “On Call” as assigned by supervisor.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
- Reports to: Crew Leaders
- Directs: This is a non-supervisory position
- Other: Has contact with other departments and has daily contact with the public
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: This is a description of the way this job is currently performed; there is potential for accommodation.
- Asphalt pavement repair and pavement level-up.
- Maintenance of curb & gutter systems and storm sewer systems.
- Maintenance and repair of city owned signage
- Maintenance and repair of city park grounds, and right of ways.
- Keeps shop area clean, equipment, and department vehicles
- Operates heavy and motorized equipment including backhoe, dump trucks, front-end loader, and other equipment as assigned.
- Provides quality customer service to city staff, the general public, and all other work contacts.
- Performs other related duties as may be assigned. Works with Street/ Grounds Maintenance, Water Department and as directed.
Knowledge of street maintenance procedures preferred. Ability to operate heavy machinery; ability to move 50 pounds, occasionally move 100 pounds, ability to understand written and verbal instruction; ability to work safely and effectively with others.
Works outdoors in hot, cold, and/or wet weather, exposure to noise and vibration from machinery, toxic chemicals and gases, work in confined spaces (storm sewers, manholes, and drainage structures)
.High school graduate, or its equivalent. One (1) year experience in roadway maintenance-related work preferred.
OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Salary : $19 - $24