Equipment Operator - Right of Way

Position Scope

APPLICANT REVIEW, INTERVIEWS, AND CANDIDATE SELECTION MAY OCCUR PRIOR TO CLOSING

Hiring Range: $45,760 - $57,220

Salary range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.

Hiring range is an estimate of the compensation amount for the selected candidate. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and equity amongst other City employees in a similar position.

Incumbents operate light and heavy-duty construction and maintenance equipment in maintenance, repair, and alteration of City Right of Way, drainage, medians, culverts. Incumbents also perform semi-skilled and unskilled manual labor, and other projects as assigned, and may serve as a lead for the right of way crew in absence of the supervisor.

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Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary 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 small vehicles and equipment; performs manual labor tasks as assigned.
• Operates construction equipment, including woodchippers, skid steers, loaders, and various trucks and backhoes for the Public Works Department.
• Operates a variety of trucks including light- and heavy-duty equipment in the construction, maintenance, and operation of all City right of way improvements, and other projects.
• Inspects, cleans and performs minor routine maintenance work on small trucks and equipment; identifies and reports major mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Hauls materials, and transports vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks.
• Loads and unloads materials using power equipment.
• Performs semiskilled construction, maintenance and labor work.
• Performs the essential functions as described in the physical demands and work environment sections below.
• Completes required daily logs and reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications & Position Requirements

Education and Experience:
High School diploma or GED equivalent and one (1) year experience driving small trucks and operating equipment; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• Safety standards and practices.
• Traffic laws and rules involved in vehicle and equipment operation.
• General Knowledge of Particulate Matter (310-10) Air Quality Standards.
• Occupational hazards and related safety precautions.
• Equipment, tools, materials, and methods of assigned specialty area.

Skill in:

• Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of trucks and equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.
• Working in a team environment on common goals.
• General maintenance and landscape principles.

Ability to:

• Understand and execute oral and written directions
• Maintain constant vigilance to the surrounding area while performing duties.
• Read and comprehend street maps
• Demonstrate the willingness to assume ownership in completion of assigned tasks.
• Complete required OSHA/Safety training.
• Respond to emergent work after hours as needed.

Additional Information

Special Requirements: Possession of a valid Arizona Commercial Driver’s License Class B required; specific technical training and certifications may be required.

Physical Demands / Work Environment: Worked is performed outdoors in extreme heat and cold environments.

Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 80 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Reports To: Maintenance Superintendent

Work Schedule: Days and hours worked may vary based on department needs; on-call after hours, weekends, and holidays may be required.

12 Month Goals:

• Obtain NIMS IS-100 Certification
• Obtain NIMS IS-700 Certification
• Obtain ATSSA Flagger Certification

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

Employee Benefits & Wellness

The City offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time classified and management employees. Part-time classified employees may be eligible for select benefits where defined.

For complete Benefit Plan & Wellness Information, please visit the City website at:
Benefits & Wellness

City benefit plans are subject to change at any time.

Closing Date/Time: 10/16/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

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