Vehicle Operator II

Job Title

Vehicle Equipment Operator II

Job Description

One current vacancy. Announcement will remain open until filled. This is a 40 hours per week position. Under general supervision, performs skilled work in the proper operation of motorized maintenance equipment used in the maintenance of assigned areas of the department. Work involves driving a truck; hauling away trees that were cut down; flushing out drains; cleaning out debris; and hauling asphalt. Reports to the Superintendent or assigned Foreman.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential job functions include : performing general grounds keeping and drain maintenance such as cutting grass, weed eating, etc; cleaning and rebuilding drains; repairing potholes on streets; picking up trash; assisting Building Maintenance and Recreation with holiday decorations; performing light maintenance on trucks and small engine repairs on vehicles; moving furniture; following safety guidelines and wearing related safety equipment; receiving and / or reviewing various records and report such as work orders, memorandums from department, and electronic mail; preparing and / or processing various records and reports such as vehicle inspection sheet, work orders, completed work orders, drainage streets, log; referring to radio call sheets, Equipment Operator instructions, handbook, policy and procedure manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc; operating a variety of vehicles, equipment, and machinery such as flatbed truck, vactor truck, lawn mower, bush hog, chipper, etc; using a variety of tools such as shovel, rake, pick, sledgehammer, wheelbarrow, etc; and a variety of supplies such as cement, garbage bags, weed eater parts, weed killer, oil, etc; interacting and communicating with various groups and individuals such as Superintendent, Foreman, Crew Chiefs, Assistant Director, and the general public. Additional job functions include : assembling tents; cutting trees when needed; may supervise a crew when needed; and performing other related duties as required. Essential duty status position, will be required to report to work during emergency situations, including, but not limited to, city-wide declared emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires two to three years of experience performing phases of grounds and facilities maintenance; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have a Louisiana Class D driver's license.

Non-competitive - all candidates meeting the minimum qualification requirements and any necessary selective criteria will be certified to the vacancy.

Supplemental Information

The City of Kenner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kenner Civil Service Department posts current examination announcements at its office and on its online application website. Job applications may be filed only when an examination is announced. It is important that you include your entire employment history including periods of unemployment on your application, plus any relevant education and experience. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Some job postings have an application deadline; others are open on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants who are interested in jobs that are not currently open for application may complete a job interest card which may be filed with the Kenner Civil Service Office at any time. Delay in the mail : The Kenner Civil Service Department cannot accept responsibility for failure of the applicant to receive an admission slip to an examination, or for failure of the Department to receive material mailed by the applicant. Veterans preference in examinations will be granted only to those persons who provide proof of military service during covered periods and who are found to be eligible. The Kenner Civil Service Department does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs or activities. Therefore, reasonable accommodations will be provided to allow access to the Department's programs and activities for individuals with disabilities unless such accommodations would result in undue hardship. Auxiliary Aids such as readers, taped text, and large print material or other aids are provided for individuals requesting such accommodations under provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act. An attached resume will not replace a completed application. Review your application to make sure it is current. Failure to provide your qualifying work experience may result in your application not being considered. Disclaimer : This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.