Equipment Operator I - Street

Equipment Operator I

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Weekends and overtime as needed

Job Summary: Under direct supervision, the Equipment Operator I provides skilled operational support for the maintenance of City grounds, rights-of-way, and facilities. This position operates a variety of small to medium equipment and City vehicles and performs general maintenance and manual labor tasks to support safe, clean, and well-maintained public spaces. The Equipment Operator I assists multiple departments as needed and performs assigned duties in accordance with City policies, safety standards, and operational procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Functions / Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Operate lawn mowers, front-deck mowers, tractors, weed eaters, edgers, chainsaws, and other landscaping and maintenance equipment
2. Operate tractors with attachments such as box blades, discs, and sprayers
3. Drive and operate City vehicles including pickup trucks, flatbed trucks, and bucket trucks
4. Perform daily inspections of equipment and vehicles, including checking fluid levels, belts, batteries, tires, and safety components
5. Clean, fuel, and perform routine maintenance on equipment, tools, and department shop areas
6. Maintain landscaped areas by cutting grass and weeds, trimming trees and shrubs, planting flowerbeds, and applying pest treatments
7. Perform maintenance work across City properties including parks, rights-of-way, City Hall, fire and police stations, library, recreation facilities, community centers, and golf facilities
8. Trim limbs, distribute materials along rights-of-way, and assist with street, drainage, and infrastructure-related work as needed
9. Perform manual labor including digging holes, moving dirt, lifting materials, and assisting with the installation, repair, or maintenance of infrastructure components such as pipe or signage
10. Follow all City safety rules, policies, and procedures and use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
11. Identify and report unsafe conditions, hazards, or equipment malfunctions to a supervisor
12. Provide operational support to other departments or work areas as assigned

All positions at the City of Orange Beach have the job responsibilities below:

1. Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner.
2. Maintains a highly professional attitude and demeanor at all times.
3. Provides responsible, appropriate, and satisfactory leadership within the City.
4. Communicates positively and professionally in all aspects of the position.
5. Attends all department meetings, City meetings, and professional development activities.
6. Becomes thoroughly familiar with all pertinent state and national policies and comply with said policies.
7. Complies with City wide and departmental policies, as well as state and federal laws.
8. Ensures the positive promotion of the City.
9. Is prompt and punctual in reporting for work, meetings, etc.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

1. Ability to safely operate and maintain small to medium equipment and hand tools
2. Knowledge of landscaping materials, grounds maintenance practices, and general maintenance techniques
3. Knowledge of traffic regulations, safety rules, and accident prevention practices
4. Basic mechanical skills to perform routine inspections and maintenance on equipment
5. Ability to read and understand instruction manuals, work orders, and safety guidelines
6. Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the general public
7. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
8. Basic math and recordkeeping skills
9. Ability to exercise good judgment and maintain safe working practices

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions, duties and responsibilities of the job may be considered.

Required Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent, or related work experience.
2. Valid Driver's License required.
3. Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and non-standard hours as needed.
4. Ability to perform related duties as required.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

This position requires frequent physical exertion including standing, walking on uneven terrain, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, and lifting heavy objects (often over 50 pounds). The work requires agility, strength, and endurance. The work involves exposure to outdoor weather conditions, moving machinery, traffic, noise, and chemicals. Employees must wear appropriate PPE such as gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, safety shoes, and other protective gear as required. Uniforms may be provided for certain operations.