Equipment Operator II (Earth Moving)

Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation of various medium/heavy equipment in various divisions of Public Works.

• Operates a variety of medium/heavy construction equipment used in maintenance activities of public works infrastructure;
• Occasionally may operate more complex heavy equipment in less complex/precise construction projects; 
• Performs a variety of manual laboring tasks;
• Ensures all tasks are completed in a safe and efficient manner;
• Operates hand tools appropriate to the assigned areas;
• Performs appropriate inspections and keeps equipment and vehicles clean and in safe working order;
• Performs operator maintenance/repairs, reports major repairs; 
• Checks and maintains fluid level/refuels;
• Keeps appropriate records of tasks performed;
• Occasionally fills in for Crew Leader when needed and assists in training other employees;
• Performs duties of Maintenance Worker when not operating equipment;
• Attend training as needed to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, as well as achieve/maintain required certifications;
• Assist in emergency operations as needed;
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Demonstrates proficiency in operating designated equipment; 
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and appropriate safety precautions for operating medium construction equipment; 
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and materials used in various public works and facility construction projects; 
• Ability to follow routes and make independent judgments.
• Skill in using methods, materials and equipment to perform assigned construction and maintenance tasks; 
• Skill in performing vigorous manual labor under adverse weather conditions; 
• Skill in communicating tactfully and courteously with the public; 
• Skill in reading schematics and following oral and written instructions; 
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, other City staff and the public.

• High school graduate or high school equivalent;
• Experience equivalent to one-year full time work in operating the designated or similar equipment and construction or maintenance activities;
• Valid State of Tennessee or Virginia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at a level appropriate to the area assigned, including endorsements (must maintain throughout employment);
• For certain areas, a valid and appropriate Commercial Pesticide Application Certification.