Heavy Equipment Operator - Water Construction

Job Title

The City of Kingsville is seeking candidates for a position in the Water Construction Division within the Public Works Department.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Operates vehicles and equipment such as excavators, graders, loaders, dump trucks, back hoes, rollers, tractors, mowers and various types of equipment.
• Responsible for the cleaning, washing, preventive maintenance and servicing of equipment.
• Uses good judgment to work safely and use equipment properly, wears protective gear when needed.
• Serves on stand by crew for after-hours emergency work as required.
• Must be able to follow both oral and written instructions, must write reports by hand. Use of radios and mobile phones.
• Work in trenches and confined spaces, minor carpentry work, painting and concrete work.

Additional Duties:

• Performs additional duties as assigned. May be required to supervise one- or two-man crews.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of city, state, federal regulations pertaining to the operation of equipment in public spaces. Proper techniques and uses of a variety of hand tools and power tools.
• Knowledge of mechanical, proper care and skillful/safe operation of heavy equipment, ex. hand saws, skill saws, drill press, vibrators, bolt cutters, picks, axes, air compressors, jack hammers, cutting torch and various weight hammers.
• Ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment.
• Ability to follow both oral and written instructions.
• Basic math, the ability to determine simple things and reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three (3) years experience in the operation of light, medium to heavy equipment and posses a mechanical aptitude to make minor repairs and adjustments.
• Ability to posses a Commercial Driver's License Class A or B within 3 months of employment.
• Must be able to obtain Wastewater Level Class I certification of competency as mandated by TCEQ within six months of employment.
• Must be able to obtain Wastewater Level Class II certification of competency as mandated by TCEQ within (1) year of employment

Conditions of Employment:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Possession of Valid Texas Driver's License
• Satisfactory Driving Record
• Proof of Citizenship and /or eligibility to work in the U.S. legally
• Physical Examination
• Drug Screen
• Background investigation
• All City employees are required in the course and scope of their employment to provide services for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations that threaten the safety of Kingsville citizens. City employees must be able to work immediately before, during, and/or immediately after an emergency in accordance with the City of Kingsville Emergency Services Policy No. 12.14 effective July 9, 2001.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds; push, pull and/or drag up to 150 pounds of equipment and /or materials; climbs, crawls, kneels, squats, stoops, stands, sits, and bends when driving or maintaining equipment; hear and see clearly when working around equipment or in traffic. Works outdoors in extreme temperatures and inclement weather with some exposure to dust, fumes, noise, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards while using proper safety precautions.

Benefits

The City of Kingsville offers AWESOME BENEFITS for Full-Time Employees…. Health Insurance - In-Network – 80% co-insurance after deductible, variable plans. Full-time employee classifications receive the following benefits and options:

• Longevity - $ 5 monthly per completed year of service
• Vacation - 120 hrs. annually
• Sick Leave - 80 hrs. annually & Sick Leave Pool available after 1 year
• Flex Leave - 8 hrs. annually plus 4 hours added on birthday month
• Holidays - 16 days annually = 128 hours of paid leave!
• Retirement - TMRS City Matching 2;1 and TMRS Prior Service Credit
• Life Insurance = 1 year salary to maximum of 50K
• Deferred Compensation - Nationwide and Mission Square Voluntary Insurances with AFLAC, Ameritas and Dearborn National