Equipment Operator I (with CDL requirements)

As assigned and under supervision, this position operates light to medium equipment such as dump trucks, back hoes, street saws, and specialized equipment, etc. and a variety of hand tools in street and sewer construction and repairs. Also performs general labor as assigned.

Typical duties and responsibilities include:

 

1.  Uses a front-end loader to load, unload and move materials into and out of lift or dump trucks at various sites as directed.

 

2.  Performs labor duties involved in repairing and constructing concrete or asphalt streets, curbs, storm drains, etc. and employs equipment and accomplishes tasks such as sets forms, rakes asphalt, pour and smooth concrete, roll asphalt, jack hammers, etc.

 

3.  Maintains and adjusts equipment used in day to day work activities.

 

4.  Keeps simple records of work performed.

 

5.  Common equipment operated includes dump trucks, asphalt distributors, rubber tire loader, mixer, rollers, and some minor backhoe work. Other small hand and power tools are used as needed.

 

6.  Performs other duties as required.

Some reading, writing and math skills at a level needed to understand directions, equipment operating procedures, etc. and some experience of a similar type with the physical ability to perform assigned tasks. 
A minimum of six months experience operating trucks, fork lifts, etc. or six months experience in a skilled labor field such as asphalt paving, concrete forming, set up and finishing. 
A working knowledge of equipment operations, safety rules, and a valid Texas Class B CDL license or ability to obtain within six months of hire. Must pass criminal background check.