Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator II - Sanitation

To perform skilled work operating one of several types of light to heavy equipment used to excavate, load, transfer or move dirt, gravel, or other material in the maintenance or construction of parks, streets, and other public properties. Reports vehicle or equipment or problems to supervisor. Assists in the maintenance, painting, and repair of street and school crossing. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required. Employee may be assigned to higher level equipment when necessary.

This is the full journey level class in the Equipment Operator series. Employees in this class are distinguished from the Equipment Operator I by the performance of the full range of duties and responsibilities assignment. Employee at this level receive only occasional instructions as new and unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Receives general supervision from the Crew Leader, Equipment Operator III, Supervisor and Superintendent. May exercise technical supervision over Field Maintenance Workers (Crewperson) and Operator I.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operates large sweepers, loaders, mowers, dump trucks, and other types of light to heavy equipment. Provides on-the-job training to new employees or Equipment Operators I & II. Directs co-workers in safety precautions in operating or working around equipment. Performs minor maintenance or service checks on equipment. Removes refuse and debris from drainage channels, storm drains, streets and alleys. Prepares daily report and activity logs. Deposits asphalt unto surface to be covered and rake and rolls asphalt. Inspects work sites for possible safety hazards.

Other Important Duties and Responsibilities

Knowledge of: Characteristics and limitations of the equipment being operated. Safety procedures related to the equipment being operated. Maintenance and basic repair procedures of a variety of equipment and power tools used to perform job assignments. Basic construction methods and practices. Material used in the maintenance and repair of streets and alleys.

Ability to: Communicate clearly and give simple instruction. Proficiently operate and maintain various types of ground maintenance equipment. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:

• Lift & carry 80 lbs., push, pull & drag up to 80 lbs. of materials; climb, crawl, kneel, squat, stoop and bend freely when participating in related job duties
• Walking or standing for an extended period of time.
• Lifting and carrying
• Operating assigned equipment and tools
• Working under harsh weather conditions

Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:

• Making observations
• Communicating with others
• Reading and writing
• Operating assigned vehicles, equipment and tools

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in related field preferred.

Training: Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at the level necessary for the successful job performance.

License and Certificates: Completion of 8th grade required; High school diploma or GED preferred. Must possess a Texas Commercial "CDL" driver's license Class "B" plus all required endorsements. Must have acceptable driving record.

Working Conditions: Will be exposed to work outdoors in a construction site environment with exposure to loud noise, dangerous equipment and inclement weather conditions scudding extreme heat; will travel from site to site.

The following equipment is currently considered to be generally appropriate for this job qualification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list. However, additional equipment not on this list must be of similar size, weight, and complexity. Requiring like knowledge, skills and abilities.

Roller/Sheep foot, Flat Wheel, Pneumatic. (over 4,000 lbs)

Crack Sealer

Emergency Barricade Truck

Steam Cleaner

Back Hoe/Front End Loader

Patch Truck

Large Sweeper

Oil Distributor (Under 2000 Gallons)

Wheel Loader (Less than 3 CY)

Tractor Mowers 5 and 7 gang; slope, Batwing, Boom

Refuse Truck-rear and side loader

Herbicide Truck

Brush Truck

Dump Truck (10 &14 yards) 26,001

Roll off-grapple truck