Heavy Equipment Operator II (Construction)

Heavy Equipment Operator II

Summary

Responsible for operating specialized heavy equipment used in removing asphalt / concrete pavement, excavating earth, placing, compacting and stabilizing recycled concrete, base materials, asphalt, operating pavers and performing tasks in pavement improvement projects. Also, responsible for servicing and maintaining equipment and vehicles on job site.

Starting Salary : $22.16 - $24.95 (depending on qualifications and experience)

Schedule : Monday through Friday, 10-hour workdays

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Operate and train on construction equipment including : Asphalt Distributor Truck, Cold Planer, Compactors, Hydraulic Excavator, Motor Grader, Paving Equipment (Asphalt Paver / Concrete Paver), Tractor with Haul Trailer, Track Loaders, Utility Wheel Loader, all other equipment assigned to Heavy Equipment Operators II in the Street Department.

Work closely with assigned team members in performing : set paving forms, cut, place / tie rebar, place / finish concrete, remove paving forms, clean debris, backfill new pavement with soil and place / roll sod.

Operate a transit / level to set grade for excavating, establishing sub-grade and setting grade pens for finish grade.

Inspect and maintain assigned equipment. Perform pre-trip / post-trip vehicle inspections and complete daily work sheet for equipment operated.

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment, as needed, under the direction of the Street Department's Equipment Maintenance Supervisor.

Attend all required safety training / meetings and obey all safety policies and procedures.

Inspect work site to ensure all traffic control devices are in place, clean and in good working condition.

Respond to weather events and emergencies, including the ability to work shift schedules when required.

Operate sanding trucks and aggregate spreaders on bridges, intersections and streets.

Load and deliver traffic control devices for high water events including placement for road closures / monitoring water levels

Perform final clean up after weather events to ensure alleys and streets are passable for emergency vehicles, including tree and debris removal, as well as all other general clean-up.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

3 years related experience operating and maintaining a variety of specialized heavy equipment and other automotive equipment

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Six months additional training past the high school level

3+ years experience with a variety of heavy earth moving or automotive equipment

Licenses and Certifications

Valid Class C Texas Driver's License

Valid Class A Texas Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent works primarily in a vehicle; with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and / or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. 8-10 hours drive time on a daily basis in all weather conditions. Must possess sufficient vision to accurately read written and typed documents. Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more several times daily.