Equipment Operator

Under general supervision, performs manual labor and semi-skilled work in the operation of trucks and equipment for a variety of job functions in the Public Works Department, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Operates a variety of trucks and heavy equipment to perform job functions in the Public Works Department, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Performs a variety of street and roadway construction, maintenance and repair tasks; drives a truck to collect, transport and dispose of refuse and trash; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Repairs roads, spreads asphalt, seals cracks, repairs holes and maintains roads and roadways as directed; hauls materials, and transports vehicles and equipment to job sites.
• Constructs and paves roads and infrastructure; installs culverts, sidewalks, ramps, drainage controls, retaining walls and curbs; installs and replaces signs as needed.
• Operates hand and power tools; operates spray equipment for the application of weed control chemicals; mows roadway right-of-way, and trims and removes shrubs and trees.
• Performs traffic control activities as needed; follows safety regulations on all work zone and flagging sites, including placing barricades and cones.
• Loads and unloads trash disposal truck; collects and empties containers and Roll-Offs; performs proper disposal of hazardous waste and recyclable materials; performs duties of Gate Attendant as needed.
• Cleans and performs routine maintenance work on trucks and heavy equipment; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports safety hazards, traffic problems, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Controls ongoing work projects to assure that safety rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the work zone and all equipment are in safe operating condition.
• Performs manual labor as needed in varying weather conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required. 

High School diploma or GED equivalent, AND two (2) year’s experience driving trucks and operating equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Shall have or obtain a valid State of Arizona Class B Commercial driver’s license permit within 6 months or hire AND obtain a permanent license within 12 months of hire; Tanker endorsement must be specific technical training; license endorsements and certifications may be required for some incumbents.