Equipment Operator I

Purpose

The purpose of this classification, under direct supervision, is to operate trucks and other lightweight automotive equipment. Employees in this classification perform semi-skilled work. Position is responsible for operating such equipment as applicable to assigned department. Performs related work as required.

Drug Screening

NOTE: This position requires a drug screen. If an applicant did not receive drug screening upon initial hire with the City; applicant will be required to submit to drug screening prior to accepting this position.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, & EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED equivalent; supplemented by 5 to 11 months previous experience and/or training involving safe and effective operation of one or more of the equipment items listed herein; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Continued employment may be contingent upon the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class "B", depending on department/division assignment, with endorsements as applicable to assigned department.

Selected candidate will be required to work Thursday through Monday, (6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.), including holidays.

JOB DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Operates pick-up trucks, flatbeds, tanks, steel wheel rollers and dump trucks in transporting of personnel, tools, equipment and/or materials, as applicable to assigned department.

Operates tractors and riding greens mowers for the purpose of mowing greens, lots, road shoulders and/or recreational areas, as applicable to assigned department.

Operates tractors equipped with stump cutters, street brooms, etc., as applicable to assigned department.

Operates a variety of small equipment such as jackhammers, concrete saws, chain saws, skill saws, edgers, wet dry vacuums, etc., as applicable to assigned department.

Uses a variety of hand held tools and equipment applicable to assigned department (i.e., shovels, rakes, post hole diggers, and standard mechanics tools).

Observes safe and proper operating procedures when operating equipment, machinery, and/or tools, in accordance with established and prescribed standards.

Performs routine cleaning, maintenance, fueling, and/or servicing of assigned equipment, machinery, and/or tools to maintain safe and proper operating condition.

Operates assigned equipment, machinery and/or tools in performing work assigned to the Maintenance Worker classification.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Performs a variety of routine facility maintenance tasks, as applicable to assigned department (i.e., painting, cleaning, floor maintenance, grounds upkeep).

Performs other related duties as required.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to arrange compare count differentiate measure and/or sort data and/or information. Includes judging whether readily observable functional structural or compositional characteristics are similar to or divergent from prescribed standards procedures or routines.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to comply with specific instructions or orders and respond to simple requests from others.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools and Materials, Utilization: Requires the ability to operate maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery tools and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to identify a wide variety of basic data and information such as work orders maintenance checklists city maps and/or operating instructions.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition and subtraction. Includes counting recording of counts and basic measuring.

Functional Reasoning: Requires ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out basic instructions. Involves routine work with minimal latitude for exercising independent judgment.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment required in situations limited by specific instructions where there is little or no room for independent action.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination.

Environmental Factors: Tasks may risk exposure to extremes in temperature and weather conditions, dusts, pollen, strong odors, and/or smoke and strong, and/or toxic agents/chemicals.

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

The work performance of non-supervisory personnel of the City of Daytona Beach is routinely evaluated according to the performance criteria outlined herein:

Knowledge of Job: Has working knowledge of the methods procedures and policies of the City of Daytona as such pertain to the performance of the essential duties of an Equipment Operator I. Has working knowledge of principles and practices of safe and effective light equipment and truck operation. Has working knowledge of the laws ordinances standards and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Has working knowledge of the organization of the department and of related departments and agencies. Clearly understands the occupational hazards and safety precautions required to perform the essential functions of the work. Has working knowledge of terminology and related professional languages used within the department as such pertain to work responsibilities. Knows how to maintain cooperative and effective relationships with intra- and interdepartmental personnel as well as any external entities with which position interacts.

Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interaction with internal and external entities with whom the position interacts.

Quantity of Work: Performs described essential functions and related assignments efficiently and effectively in order to produce quantity of work which consistently meets established standards and expectations.

Dependability: Assumes responsibility for completing assigned work. Completes assigned work within deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Maintains accountability for assigned responsibilities in the technical human and conceptual areas.

Attendance: Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to upper management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.

Initiative and Enthusiasm: Maintains an enthusiastic self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be accomplished and initiates proper and acceptable action for the completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.

Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies issues or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to issues or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice where appropriate and researches issues situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.

Cooperation: Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences is justified (i.e. poor communications variance with established policies or procedures etc.). Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation intra- and inter-departmentally.

Relationships with Others: Shares knowledge with managers supervisors and co-workers for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among all employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships inter- and intra-departmentally and with external entities with whom the position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests suggestions and complaints in order to establish and maintain goodwill. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.

Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of work elements and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends required meetings planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.

Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to all established safety and housekeeping standards. Ensures such standards are not violated.

The City of Daytona Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act the City of Daytona Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Exempt : No

Type : FT Employee

Department : Public Works