Equipment Operator II

5 days ago

Saint Joseph, Missouri, United States City of St. Joseph Full time

JOB TITLE: Equipment Operator II
DEPARTMENT: Public Works & Transportation
DIVISION: Sewer Maintenance 
SALARY: $ /hr $35,933.00/yr
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

Job Summary/Scope
Operates equipment used in the maintenance and construction of the City's sanitary & combined sewer system.  Makes repairs to gravity sewer mains, gravity sewer manholes, catch basins; installs/replaces ADA ramps in conjunction with catch basin repair, cleans gravity sewer system using vac trucks and jet rod trucks, inspects sewers and manholes using a CCTV system, and tests sewers for leaks using smoke and/or dye testing tools.  Responds to snow and ice storms and other severe weather events.  Some basic data entry for asset management purposes.  Limited supervisory responsibilities.  No budgetary responsibilities.
 
Supervisory Responsibility
Integral to the position of Equipment Operator II is the responsibility for developing subordinates to their fullest potential by exercising appropriate degrees of coaching, training, guiding, evaluating, and correcting.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • OPERATES and maintains equipment including but not limited to dump truck, backhoe, high loader, bucket truck, vacuum sewer cleaner, jet rod truck, chain saw, and miscellaneous power tools.
  • TRANSPORTS tools and equipment to and from jobs.
  • SHOVELS gravel, dirt, debris, and performs general labor tasks.
  • CONSTRUCTS concrete forms and assists with concrete finish work.
  • SPREADS salt and plows snow in winter.
  • CUTS weeds and brush around sewer inlets.
  • REMOVES mud and trash from sewer inlets.
  • REQUIRED to be on call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed.
  • HAULS dirt, rock and other material.
  • OPERATES jack hammer.
  • SETS up barricades.
  • LOCATES utility lines as needed.
  • MAINTAINS regular and reliable attendance.
  • ACTS as crew leader as needed.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
PERFORMS all other related duties as assigned.
 
Required (Essential) Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
  • SKILLS in the safe and efficient operation of equipment and machinery used in the construction and maintenance of sewer facilities.
  • KNOWLEDGE of carpentry and concrete work required.
  • KNOWLEDGE of general sewer maintenance and repair procedures required.
  • KNOWLEDGE of proper shoring techniques required.
  • ABILITY to give and follow instructions.
  • MUST obtain valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment.
  • KNOWLEDGE of proper barricading & traffic control procedures required.
  • REQUIRED to be on-call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed.
  • REQUIRED to pass NIMS 100 & 700 testing within 90 days of employment.
  • KNOWLEDGE of how to properly secure loads on trucks and trailers.
  • REQUIRED to PASS NIMS 100 & 700 testing within 90 days of employment.
  • KNOWLEDGE of how to properly secure loads on trucks and trailers required. 
Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties.  Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.
 
Material and Equipment Directly Used
Operates a variety of equipment, including jet truck, vacuum sewer cleaner, bucket truck, backhoe, dump truck, high loader, snowplow, jack hammer, concrete saw and other tools directly related to the maintenance of sewers. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.
 
Working Environment/Physical Requirements
Work is performed under a variety of conditions ranging from confined spaces, large excavations, sewer odors, sanitary sewerage, vermin, pathogenic organisms, extreme cold, heat, wind and wet.  Must be able to stand for long periods and operate equipment with dexterity.  Must have the ability to routinely lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds, occasionally lift objects weighing as much as 80 pounds or assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds and pulling loads up to 300 pounds.  Must be able to regularly pull a charged sewer cleaning hose up to 50' and occasionally several hundred feet across fences and through various types of terrain. Must have the ability to regularly assemble, install & disconnect 5 to 6 sections of vacuum tubing weighing up to 120 pounds. Work involves occasional frequent climbing, bending, squatting and reaching.
 
Working Environment/Physical Requirements (continued)
Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes.  Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and must be approved by the appropriate supervisor.
 
Education
High school diploma or equivalent or must be able to obtain within 6 months of employment. One to three years of experience in related field preferred.

All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment. 
Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check. 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,

which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.


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