Equipment Operator I/II

Department:

Drainage

FLSA Status:

Nonexempt

Hiring Salary:

Maintenance Worker range: 18.09/hour - $21.71/hour

Equipment Operator I range: $20.34 /hour - $24.41/hour

Equipment Operator II range: $22.00/hour - $26.40/hour

Welcome, ‘ist das Leben schön!’ (Life is good!) At the City of New Braunfels, we seek out people ready to serve the community, plan for the future, and preserve our well-renowned natural beauty. Our five Core Values serve as a cornerstone of our work: Integrity, Service, Visionary Leadership, Stewardship of Resources, and Cultural Heritage. Do our values speak to you? 

What we’re looking for: Driven and skilled individuals to join the City of New Braunfels Streets & Drainage division of Public Works.  Under close supervision, general labor and maintenance of City streets, parks, facilities and infrastructure performs in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures. Equipment Operator levels will perform skilled and semiskilled work operating equipment and performing manual labor tasks, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures. The varying levels provide growth and development opportunities as new skills or certifications are obtained.

 

Benefits & Total Rewards:

Our City team members are our most valuable asset! We offer Total Rewards when you join our team.

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance
• 2:1 match on retirement contribution
• Paid volunteer time off – 16 hours per year
• Vacation accrual starts at date of hire – up to 120 hours annually your first year
• Get paid to stay – longevity pay on top of your regular pay after one full year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Bilingual pay offered
• Keep learning – professional and personal development training available

 

The responsibilities you’ll be trusted with:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

 

Maintenance Worker

• Operates a variety of specialized equipment and performs manual labor tasks in order to maintain safe parks, streets and City facilities as assigned; duties will vary according to job assignment.
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; identifies and reports problems requiring additional attention.
• Assists in the repair and maintenance of roadways; maintains landscaping and park grounds; clears trash, brush, weeds and debris from roadways, structures, grounds and facilities.
• Digs and fills holes; patches streets; clears and repairs roadway, shoulders and adjoining areas; installs and maintains signs;
• Cleans and maintains City facilities and buildings; makes minor facilities repairs.
• Install and maintain street signage.
• Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

 

Equipment Operator I

In addition to responsibilities of a Maintenance Worker:

• Operates a variety of specialized tools, vehicles, and heavy equipment to maintain safe streets, parks, drainage structures, and City facilities. Duties vary based on assignment.

• Performs skilled and manual labor tasks including roadway repair, landscaping, facility cleaning, debris removal, and general maintenance.

• Assists in resurfacing, patching, grading, shaping roadways, and maintaining shoulders and adjoining areas. Installs and maintains street signs and drainage structures.

• Operates and maintains equipment such as chain saws, weed eaters, dump trucks, backhoes, skid steer loaders, rollers, front‑end loaders, mini excavators, street sweepers, and tractors in compliance with safety regulations.

• Conducts inspections, routine maintenance, and cleaning of vehicles and equipment; identifies and reports mechanical issues, safety hazards, and needed repairs.

• Completes daily logs, reports, and documentation as required.

• Clears trash, brush, weeds, and debris from roadways, parks, structures, and public facilities; supports landscaping and grounds‑keeping tasks.

• Performs traffic control activities and reports unsafe conditions, accidents, and injuries.

• Provides minor repairs and cleaning for City buildings and facilities.

• Performs other duties as assigned in support of departmental operations.

• May be required to travel between multiple City locations; must have reliable transportation to meet operational needs.

 

Equipment Operator II

In addition to responsibilities of an Equipment Operator I:

• Operates a variety of specialized vehicles and heavy equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures in order to maintain safe streets, drainage structures and City facilities as assigned; duties will vary according to job assignment.
• Leadership skills and trains staff on other duties and equipment.
• Assists with coordination of work crews performing activities according to work schedule; monitors task completion; assures that all safety rules and regulations are observed; serves as crew leader as assigned.
• Hauls materials, and transports vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks.
• Loads and unloads materials using power equipment.
• Performs skilled and semiskilled construction, maintenance and road repair work; resurfaces, grades and shapes roads as directed.
• Performs tasks in the interest of public safety and property protection during emergencies; performs traffic control activities as needed; reports safety hazards and traffic problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

 

Your education and experience that matter most for this role:

Education and Experience:

Maintenance Worker: High School diploma or GED equivalent, AND one year of general maintenance experience.

Equipment Operator I: High School diploma or GED equivalent, AND two (2) years work experience operating vehicles and street and drainage construction and maintenance equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Equipment Operator II: High School diploma or GED equivalent, AND three (3) years work experience operating specialized vehicles and heavy equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstration or testing of skills may be required.

 

Required Licenses or Certifications:

Maintenance Worker: Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License and must be able to obtain a Class B Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within one (1) year from the start of employment.

Equipment Operator I: Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License and must be able to obtain a Class A Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within ninety (90) days from the start of employment. Herbicide License preferred but not required.

Equipment Operator II: Must possess a valid Class A Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or retain a Class A CDL within ninety (90) days from the start of employment. Herbicide License preferred but not required.

 

Required Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Basic tools and equipment used in streets, parks, facilities and grounds maintenance.
• City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Traffic laws and rules for vehicle and equipment operation.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions in using heavy equipment.Operation, maintenance and repair standards for motorized equipment and vehicles.
• City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Federal and state safety laws and regulations, including drug and alcohol testing guidelines for CDL.
• Local and regional traffic patterns, road systems, and the locations of landmarks and buildings.
• Materials, methods, and practices used in street and drainage construction and maintenance.

 

Required Skill in:

• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Making routine operating adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
• Identifying mechanical problems.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Working independently or as a team to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.

Physical Demands / Work Environment: 

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions, with exposure to hazardous equipment, requires constant physical efforts, and ability to lift and move items weighing up to eighty (80) pounds.
• May be required to work immediately before, during or after an emergency or disaster.
• NOTE:  This position is designated safety and/or security sensitive.

 

The City of New Braunfels is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.