Equipment Operator II

Equipment Operator II City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator II to operate a variety of light to heavy equipment involved in construction, hauling, industrial service and maintenance projects. Are you seeking engaging work? Do you wish to advance your career as an Equipment Operator? Does working for a rapidly growing city sound appealing to you? If so, please continue reading! This equipment operator position earns competitive pay of $18.95/hr. We provide great benefits and perks, including paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), life & ADD insurance, a retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1, 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage, workers compensation, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Additionally, we offer our employees an employee assistance program (EAP), a healthy lifestyle program, and access to Active Edinburg fitness centers. About City of Edinburg Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city three times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. Our wonderful city has exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, which makes it a great place to work. Our employees share our dedication to the city, which is why we like to show them our appreciation for their commitment. We do this by providing competitive compensation, exceptional PTO opportunities, and other great benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives. We care about people, and that includes both our residents and employees! A Day in the Life of an Equipment Operator II As an equipment operator, you spend your day working directly with light to heavy machinery. Your work typically involves coordinating the maintenance and operation of city equipment with minimal supervision. Construction, hauling, industrial service and maintenance projects generally fill up your day, and these involve the use of rollers, graders, backhoes, front-end loaders, forklifts, dump trucks, or bulldozers. Your job is essential to the city, and you perform maintenance on designated streets, utility systems, landfills, and including providing trash & debris collections services for residents while safely following city policies and procedures. You are constantly on your toes and ready for any new and unexpected challenges that may arise in the city. This can include emergency situations such as floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, accidents, and hazardous material spills. When you aren't out in the city, you generally are back at the office filling out daily reports and other forms for machinery use, service requests, and inventory control. You also ensure that the equipment is safe to use by performing preventative maintenance inspections and proper minor repairs. You enjoy being helpful and have no problem providing assistance and support to other divisions within the department as needed. The city needs someone like you with skills in operating construction equipment and performing industrial maintenance, and you find genuine enjoyment in what you do! Qualifications for an Equipment Operator II Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent Education Preference: Community college, vocational, business, technical, or correspondence school certifications are likely sources. Required Work Experience: Two (2) years of experience with medium and/or heavy equipment/ vehicle operating or comparable experience. Experience Preference: Three (3) years' experience in medium and/or heavy equipment/vehicle operating, or comparable experience. Must have a current and valid class "B" commercial driver's license (CDL) with an air brake endorsement from the Texas Department of Public Safety CDL Preference: a current and valid class "A" CDL with Air Brake Endorsement from the Texas Department of Public Service. Educational and Work Experience Substitute Education and work Experience may be substituted: An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted for the above-required educational requirements and required work experience. For those applicants with No Diploma or GED and No CDL, applicants must have 5 years of verifiable related Heavy Equipment Operation experience and must be under conditional letter requirement to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) within six (6) months of initial employment with the Department. The applicant must present a CLP within the first 60-90-day probationary period; however, the applicant must complete their ELDT training and receive their CDL prior to the end of the 6-month period. For those applicants who do not meet the 2 years' experience; a Diploma or GED with a CDL, and 1 year of verifiable CDL (OTR) experience or Certificate of ELDT Training; may substitute for the 2 years' experience. Are you someone who prefers hands-on work? Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might just be perfect for this Equipment Operator II job! Location: 78541 #J-18808-Ljbffr cityofedinburg