Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description This position operates heavy equipment in the repair and maintenance of city roads and streets. Examples of Duties Participates in a variety of snow and ice removal operations, on call 24/7 during winter months, operating 12 hour shifts 7 days a week during snow and ice fighting operations. Operates a backhoe, front-end loader, motor grader, and other heavy equipment. Makes asphalt street repairs with paver, roller, durapatcher, hotbox and cold mix patch; seals cracks. Operates brine making equipment. Operates a street sweeper to clean city streets. Installs traffic signs and pavement markings. Operates tractor and bush hog to maintain rights-of-way. Maintains radio contact with dispatchers to send and receive information. Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment; performs pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections. Sets up and assists in traffic control at work sites. Performs related duties. Minimum Qualifications Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class B driver’s license with air brakes and tanker endorsement issued by the State of North Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated, obtained within six months of employment. Supplemental Information Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. City of Bismarck does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Knowledge of the techniques, equipment, and supplies used in street and right-of-way maintenance. Knowledge of city and departmental safety policies and procedures. Knowledge of the geography of the city, including street names and locations. Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment and the computerized controls/devices in the equipment. Skill in prioritizing and organizing work. Skill in the use of hand and power tools. Skill in oral and written communication. City Of Bismarck Benefits Summary 01 Do you have 12 months experience in the operation and limited maintenance of heavy equipment such as loaders, backhoe, skid-steer, motor graders, or equivalent? Yes No 02 Do you have a valid Class A or B North Dakota commercial driver's license with an air brake endorsement? Yes No 03 In the last 5 years have you operated heavy equipment or farm equipment? Yes No 04 How many years of experience do you have operating a loader? None 1-3 years 4-5 years 6 years or more 05 How many years of experience do you have operating a skid-steer? None 1-3 years 4-5 years 6 years or more 06 Select the areas that you have landscaping experience in. Mowers Spraying/Commercial Application License Sprinkle/Irrigation 07 Rate your computer skills. None Some Experience Good 08 Select the software programs you have experience working in. Word Excel

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Kronos Equipment Data Logging 09 Select from the following equipment you have experience operating. None Rollers Broce Broom Oil Distributor Pavers 10 How many years of working experience do you have that required manual labor? None

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