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Heavy Equipment Operator (Water Distribution)
$65k-89k (estimate)
Full Time | Transportation
1 Day Ago
City of Carrollton is Hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator (Water Distribution) Near Carrollton, TX
JOB TITLE: Public Works Heavy Equipment Operator
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Public Works/Various
REPORTS TO: Varies
SUMMARY: Responsible for performing duties that are primarily related to operating heavy equipment. Heavy equipment operated will vary by area of assignment. Performs the more technical work of maintenance projects requiring related experience. Work is performed with limited supervision.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Water Distribution
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION: Public Works/Various
REPORTS TO: Varies
SUMMARY: Responsible for performing duties that are primarily related to operating heavy equipment. Heavy equipment operated will vary by area of assignment. Performs the more technical work of maintenance projects requiring related experience. Work is performed with limited supervision.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Operates a variety of light to heavy equipment at assigned job sites, which may include: Gradall, tractor trailer, excavator, bulldozer, roller, dump trucks, concrete mixers, backhoes, forklifts, loaders, skid steer, concrete breaker, and/or other related items.
- Wastewater operators will operate a jet truck, vacuum trucks, and a CCTV truck.
- Performs preventative maintenance on applicable equipment.
- Participates in monitoring and maintaining appropriate inventory levels to ensure efficient division operations.
- Participates in a variety of skilled maintenance activities in assigned area of responsibility, which may include: repairing water and sewer lines; installing and repairing fire hydrants; monitoring water and sewer lines for leaks; implementing landscape and asphalt repairs; repairing and/or replacing items that have been damaged by excavation activities; and/or, performing other related activities.
- Monitors the work of external contractors, providing technical guidance and expertise and ensuring contract terms and specifications are met.
- Sets up traffic warning devices and barricades and directs traffic around work sites. Checks and inspects barricades daily for proper placement and visibility.
- Prepares and cleans up work sites.
- Transports equipment and/or materials to designated job site(s).
- Participates in winter weather operational activities.
- Responds to emergency operation and on-call situations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Water Distribution
- Performs a wide variety of activities in support of water utility maintenance activities, which includes: making new taps; installing new services; setting up transitions; repairing water and sewer lines; fixing and maintaining fire hydrants; fixing and maintaining valves; changing out meters; investigating water leaks; and/or, performing other related activities.
- Able to temporarily step in to the Crew Leader role in the event of Crew Leader’s absence.
- Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and Local vehicle ordinances;
- Knowledge of construction practices in assigned area of responsibility;
- Knowledge of tools, materials, and methods in assigned specialty area;
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and related safety precautions;
- Knowledge of applicable maintenance equipment;
- Knowledge of a variety of hand and power tools;
- Skilled in reading maps, schematics, and/or other related drawings;
- Skilled in writing, reading and comprehending instructions in English;
- Skilled in performing skilled maintenance work in a safe, efficient manner;
- Skilled in performing manual labor;
- Skilled in operating and maintaining small to heavy-sized equipment and trucks;
- Skilled in performing skilled maintenance and repair activities;
- Skilled in operating, maintaining, and repairing a variety of hand and power tools;
- Skilled in gathering and analyzing information and making recommendations based on findings and in support of organizational goals;
- Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications;
- Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals.
- Depending on area of assignment, other certifications may be required as a condition of employment.
- Must obtain TCEQ Class C Water Distribution license within thirty months of employment.
- Class A Commercial Driver License.
- TCEQ issued occupational license
- Frequent climbing, balancing, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, seeing, hearing, smelling, and manual dexterity.
- Occasional lifting and carrying of over 100 pounds.
- Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, with potential exposure to adverse weather conditions.
- Work is occasionally performed in close quarters, high and precarious places, and near moving mechanical parts.
- Potential exposure to risk of electrical shock, vibration, fumes, and airborne particles.
- Must possess a valid motor vehicle driver license.
- Must pass pre-employment drug test.
- Must pass criminal history check.
- Must pass motor vehicle records check.
- Must obtain Class A-CDL Texas Driver's License within 6months of employment.
- Must obtain TCEQ Class C Water Distribution license within thirty months of employment.
- May be subject to a skills test prior to employment.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Transportation
SALARY
$65k-89k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/07/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
08/05/2024
WEBSITE
cityofcarrollton.com
HEADQUARTERS
CARROLLTON, TX
SIZE
500 - 1,000
FOUNDED
1913
TYPE
Private
CEO
AARON KLAUSE
REVENUE
$50M - $200M
INDUSTRY
Transportation
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