Heavy Equipment Operator II, (A264220-4), 205, Wastewater Collection

Heavy Equipment OperatorOperates medium heavy equipment, including backhoes, tanker trucks, batwing mowers, and roll-off container trucks. Repairs City utilities, lays pipelines, and other maintenance and excavation work requiring heavy equipment operation.Essential Functions/Job Competencies/Physical RequirementsESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Responds to inquiries and assists lower level heavy equipment operators.Operates backhoe, graders, and loaders to install, replace, and maintain streets and roads, water utility lines, mains, meters, valves, etc.Cuts and fits pipes above or below ground to specifications necessary to install or repair water lines; assembles the pipe system; installs or replaces manholes, valves, tees, bends, and crosses.Raises, lowers, or moves water lines as needed.Removes sludge from treatment plants utilizing specialized injector tractor; monitors solid buildup and pumps sludge into injecting vehicle.Performs basic maintenance on equipment and tools including washing, changing oil, and greasing.Operates front end loader to pick up debris during construction projects; assists in performing unskilled or semi-skilled labor such as digging ditches, covering ditches, pouring concrete, mowing, and/or trimming trees and shrubs.Assists other City Departments in case of emergencies.Performs related work as required.COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIESKnowledge of:English grammar, spelling, and punctuationSafe operations of heavy equipmentGeography of the City including major streets and landmarksPreventive maintenance proceduresTraffic rules and regulationsVehicles and equipmentSkills and Abilities:Organization and time managementPerforming a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different natureCustomer serviceLeadershipEffective communication, both orally and in writingEstablishing and maintaining effective working relationshipsMeeting schedules and deadlines of the workMaintaining the confidentiality of information and professional boundariesOperating heavy equipmentFollowing oral and written instructionMaintaining accurate and complete recordsWORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSPhysical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposuresFrequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environmentsNever office or similar indoor environmentSeldom confined space, warehouse environmentSometimes construction siteOften outdoor environment, street environment (near moving traffic), vehiclesExposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elementsNever individuals with known violent backgroundsSeldom individuals who are hostile or irate, toxic or caustic chemicals or substancesSometimes extreme cold (below 32 degrees)Frequently extreme heat (above 100 degrees)Often communicable diseases, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)Travel Position will require the employee to travelNever national travel, international travelSeldom local travel, regional travelMinimum QualificationsRequired Education and ExperienceAt least three (3) years of experience as a heavy equipment operator.Valid Licenses and CertificationsValid Licenses or CertificationsA valid Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A is required. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.BenefitsThe City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:10 days of paid vacation per year6 1/2 days sick leave per yearPension plan16 paid HolidaysPaid healthDental planLife insurance*30 day waiting period For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: under Employee Benefits