Equipment Operator II

3 days ago

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

JOB TITLE: Equipment Operator II

DEPARTMENT: Public Works & Transportation

DIVISION: Streets

JOB STATUS: Full Time

SALARY: $35,933.00 yearly



Job Summary/ Scope

Operates equipment used in the maintenance and repair of city streets including street sweeper, dump truck, high loader, pothole patching truck, tractor mower, flusher truck, compressor, jackhammer, crack seal kettle and snow removal equipment. Repairs concrete, asphalt, and brick streets, cleans storm sewers and ditches after rains, cuts brush out of creeks, installs road culverts, builds and repairs headwalls, and responds to snow and ice storms and other severe weather events.  Some basic data entry for asset management purposes.  Limited supervisory and 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, correcting and, if necessary, disciplining.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Operates equipment including but not limited to street sweeper, dump truck, high loader, pothole patching truck, tractor mower, flusher truck, compressor, jackhammer, crack seal kettle and snow removal equipment.
  • Operates machinery, saws, routers, air compressor and other assorted tools.
  • Transports and shovels asphalt.
  • Transports equipment, workers and hauls materials.
  • Operates jack hammer.
  • Responds to emergencies as needed, including plowing and salting during winter storms, sandbagging during floods, brush removal following wind and ice storms, sometimes with little or no notice.
Other Duties and Responsibilities

Performs all other related duties as assigned

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.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement required.
  • Required to be on-call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed.
  • Skilled in the safe and efficient operation of equipment and machinery used in the construction and maintenance of roadways.
  • Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks with minimum supervision.
  • Knowledge of general street maintenance and repair procedures.
Materials and Equipment Directly Used

Operates a variety of equipment, including dump truck, snowplow, jack hammer, backhoe, high loader, track crawler, flusher truck, street sweeper, tractor mower, chain saw and other tools directly related to the maintenance of the streets. 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 extreme cold, heat, wind and wet. Majority of work will be performed in live traffic. 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 90 pounds or assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds. Work involves climbing, bending, squatting and reaching. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required or must be able to obtain within 6 months. One to three years of experience in related field preferred.  Six months to one-year prior experience in related field required.

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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