Equipment Operator I - Streets
Salary
$40,168.11 - $50,870.35 Annually
Location
Denison, TX
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
00585
Department
Public Works
Division
Street Maintenance
Opening Date
07/21/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
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Description
Performs work involving the operation of trucks and/or specialized equipment used in the Public Works Division. The employee performs related work as required.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are typical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competence and satisfactory performance of these duties. Other duties may be required and assigned.
- Drives and operates specialized equipment used in the Division
- Independently performs assigned work specific to our this Division within the City limits
- Makes minor adjustments to and participates in the cleaning and servicing of equipment utilized.
- Provides on-the-job training to lower level personnel.
- May operate more complex equipment for training and relief purposes.
- The employee may refer to route maps but generally receives work assignments in the form of oral instructions which are specific and simple. Judgment and decision making are limited to determining the technique or method of action in completing a particular task. The supervisor is consulted when existing guidelines do not adequately cover a situation.
- The employee performs a limited to moderate number of tasks using some judgments and decision making based on knowledge and experience to determine course of action or technique to use. Instructions usually are of moderate difficulty and the employee follows established procedures.
- May be called upon to direct the work of other employees and crew members.
- The employee normally receives and instructions but may receive written instructions. Methods of accomplishing assignments are determined by established procedures. Deadlines and priorities are determined by the supervisor. The employee's work progress, accuracy and completeness are monitored routinely. The employee is also expected to keep the supervisor informed of work progress.
- Most contacts are with fellow employees and supervisors although the employee may have incidental contact with the general public while working at job sites.
- The employee's contact with the general public involves giving out routine factual information or responding to routine inquiry
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Good knowledge of geographic layout of the City.
- Good knowledge of the operating characteristics, methods, techniques, procedures and maintenance of machines and equipment operated.
- Good skill in operation and use of equipment.
- Sufficient skill in writing to complete simple records.
- Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees.
Nothing in this job description limits management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have high school diploma/GED
- Valid commercial operator's license required at time of placement. Must have driving record sufficient for coverage by City's auto liability carrier.
- Skill in the operation of heavy equipment/vehicles and other equipment used within the division.
- This knowledge and skill would be gained by completion of at least six (6) months of experience in driving trucks or operating light equipment OR any combination of education and experience leading to the same level of knowledge and skill.
Physical & Work Environment
PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee's supervisor or Employee Services.
- Frequent amounts of driving
- Ability to lift and/or carry objects ranging from 1-25 pounds
- Occasionally lift and/or carry objects ranging from 25-50 pounds
- Ability to turn knobs, levers, cranks, wrenches, valves and handles
- Frequently able to step and down to enter and exit City properties
- Occasionally required to squat, kneel and crawl as job requires
- Frequently required to bend, climb, reach above head or below shoulder level
- Ability to work in inclement weather as required
- Must be able to climb ladders, kneel, stoop, bend, twist, crawl, write, walk, push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of equipment and material;
- Work in adverse environmental conditions including inclement weather and hazardous conditions including mechanical, fumes, odors, dust/mist,
- Follow oral and written directives; work well under pressure and stress; meet deadlines; deal effectively and efficiently, in a pleasant manner, with the general public, employees and with distraught and irate citizens.
- Must be able to work extensive hours after 5:00 pm as well as weekend work.
- Must be able to attend evening meetings that may go long into the night, availability to work weekends and odd hours when needed.
- Must be able to maintain consistent attendance.
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Employer City of Denison
Address 300 W. Main
PO Box 347
Denison, Texas, 75021
Phone 903.465.2720 ext. 2445
Website http://www.denisontx.gov/jobs