Equipment Operator - Streets (Skilled)

Essential Job Functions:  Operates any or all of the following heavy-duty equipment used in concrete, asphalt, and street construction and maintenance:  concrete truck, track loader backhoe, 2-14 yd. dump truck, street sweeper, jet/vacuum truck, water truck, mixer/reclaimer, road grader and excavator; transport heavy equipment; excavates; backfills excavations; sets up job site; services and makes minor repairs to equipment and reports malfunctions; trains lower level personnel; operates air compressor, and power washer; exercises extreme caution in equipment operation; uses small hand tools.

Other Job Functions:   Cleans catch basins in emergency situations; interacts with citizens at job sites; maintains time sheets and reports; loads and unloads materials; may direct the activities of a small work crew. Performs other duties as required.  Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

This position requires 100% on-site work. Works outside in all types of weather; may be exposed to extreme cold, heat, temperature swings, constant noise and working in trenches and ditches; exposed to mechanical and , electrical hazards, explosions, fume/odor, dust/mites, chemicals and gas vapors.  Must be available to work Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  Must be available to work extended hours and different shifts as needed.  Subject to 24 hour call out.  Position considered essential during emergency situations.

Knowledge:   Considerable knowledge of concrete road construction and maintenance, operating characteristics and servicing of one or more types of assigned equipment; considerable knowledge of the work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with assigned equipment; knowledge of welding/burning procedures and techniques highly desirable.

Skills/Abilities:   Skilled in the operation and servicing of assigned equipment; ability to operate equipment safely and skillfully in and around traffic, construction sites and work areas; ability to make minor operating adjustments and repairs and to recognize operating  deficiencies in assigned equipment; ability to operate a   chainsaw; ability to perform manual labor, ability to lead a small work crew; ability to read and write and to follow oral and written instructions; ability to deal with the public; ability to make mathematical calculations and complete necessary paperwork. 

Physical Requirements:   Constantly sees, hears and drives; frequently lifts, carries, pulls and pushes objects weighing up to 20 lbs., climbs, cleans, sits, stands, twists body, walks, infrequently cleans, crawls, holds objectives weighing up to 10 lbs., lifts objects weighing up to 90 lbs., pulls and pushes objects weighing up to 30 lbs., squats, stoops and writes by hand.

Education/Experience:  High school graduate or equivalent; minimum one (1) year experience in operation and servicing of various heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance.

This position requires 100% on-site work. Must possess a valid Class B-CDL driver’s license with a good driving record.  Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test. Other state valid Class B-CDL driver’s license with a good driving record will be considered.  Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.  Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.

The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.  To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas  77704.

The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.