Equipment Operator

Title: Parks Equipment Operator

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Purpose:

The purpose of this position is to operate equipment necessary to complete various facets of maintenance duties. This is semi-skilled, manual labor work involving responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of a variety of equipment including large and mid-sized tractors, dump trucks, trash trucks, grass trimmers, and chainsaws, as well as making minor repairs and performing routine maintenance on assigned equipment. An Equipment Operator may serve as a Lead Worker. New assignments will be accompanied by detailed instructions, but routine work will be performed independently. Work is subject to review in progress or upon completion and is performed under the general supervision of the Parks Superintendent.

Essential Functions

• Operates a variety of equipment, including large and mid-sized tractors, dump trucks, trash trucks, grass trimmers, and chainsaws.
• Transports road materials.
• Hauls machinery, refuse, dirt, sand, stone, and snow.
• Transports persons and supplies to and from jobs.
• Performs manual labor on the job.
• Assists in loading and unloading trucks.
• Makes minor repairs and performs routine maintenance on equipment.
• Mows grass and trims trees on City property.
• Removes weeds from flower beds.
• Removes leaves and snow.
• Repairs storm damage.
• Ensures picnic areas are clean and ready for use.
• Maintains athletic fields, tennis courts, and playgrounds, marking athletic fields as needed.
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications:

• A High School diploma or equivalent certification.
• Between one and three years of experience in the maintenance of parks and grounds.
• Knowledge of the mechanics and maintenance of automotive equipment.
• Ability to perform arduous manual labor, often under adverse weather conditions.
• Class "B" current driver's license required.