Equipment Operator I (Streets) (Tree Crew)

Equipment Operator I (Streets) (Tree Crew)

Salary

$19.78 Hourly

Location

3305 Frankston Hwy, Tyler, TX

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

995227

Department

Streets

Opening Date

05/12/2026

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Purpose Of Position

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of brick maintenance and equipment, light and heavy vehicles on assigned projects or activities of a public works nature. The position requires manual labor, which will be completed alone or as part of a crew. You will perform various manual tasks and activities, i.e., eliminate hazardous conditions, prevent interference with traffic, traffic signals, traffic signs, and underground utility lines, and clean and service equipment, vehicles, tools, and work area. Inspects vehicles for required supplies, materials, and equipment. Observe and follow safety procedures and precautions at work sites. Work will be reviewed while in progress and upon completion through observations, reports, and results obtained, delivery of services. This position is designated among essential personnel and requires reporting to work during all significant weather events or emergencies. -Direct Supervisor: Crew Leader and Foreman

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Requires operation of light trucks and tree maintenance equipment, including, but not limited to, drive the bucket trucks (not operating the bucket) chippers. Requires operation of hand tools, chain saws, pole saws, sharpening tools, and hand tools.
• Maintains a safe work area, including places and removing cones, barricades, and warning devices, and/or directs traffic at work sites to ensure the safety of work crew and public; cleans up work sites upon completion of job; picks up all tools and equipment; secures the job site if returning later; washes vehicles and equipment as needed; cleans up shop areas; maintains tools and equipment in safe and operable conditions; safe use, mix, and dilute all chemicals according to direction labels; and when operating motor vehicles, observe safe driving principles and practices.
• Endeavors to continuously improve the services provided to the citizens of Tyler.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as directed.
• Performs other duties and functions as assigned, required, or directed, necessary, readily apparent, or related to other duties and responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in tree and shrub care and maintenance. Safely operate light tree maintenance and tree vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of how to safely operate, but not limited to, saws, 1- or 2-ton trucks, off-road vehicles.
• Ability to adhere to the personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individually provided PPE in a functional condition. All uniforms and PPE should be clean and equipped when scheduled to work.
• Attend shifts in accordance with company policy. This position is subject to respond to emergencies after normal working hours. Occasional overtime required. Ability to be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift change.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and officials, representative of outside agencies, and general public. Both verbal and written communication, including conveying and following instructions and providing information to the public. Understand and follow instruction and communicate effectively, as required.
• Knowledge and adherence to all applicable State and Federal laws, local ordinances, City and Departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Knowledge and adherence to the Texas Motor Vehicle Code and other codes, laws, and statutes relating to the given position.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Suite, Database management, and web applications.
• Endeavors to continuously improve the services provided to the citizens of Tyler.

Physical characteristics:The job requires to be able to twist and kneel up to 6 hours daily; bend, turn, climb, crouch, and crawl up to 2 hours daily; stoop up to 3 hours daily; walk, sit, and stand up to 4 hours daily; grasp objects up to 8 hours daily, lift and carry up to 80-lbs., push or pull up to 20-lbs., grasp up to 8-hours. May be exposed to vehicular traffic and must follow all maintenance of traffic (MOT) procedures.

Environmental factors:This is an essential department. All staff will be called to SERVE during storms, catastrophes, emergencies, or as otherwise needed. The physical ability to work under temperature extremes and for extended hours of time. Working within confined spaces can be necessary for some tasks. Working in the proximity of light and heavy machinery.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or GED preferred. Must have two (2) years of experience in manual labor. Any equivalent combination of education, experience, or training that has prepared the incumbent to perform the essential duties of the position. Advanced knowledge of the methods of removing and trimming trees. Must be able to operate a one-ton flatbed truck or chainsaw, must have a valid Texas Class C Drivers License with good driving record throughout the length of employment. Must have a strong work ethic and be able to manage time to effectively meet deadlines.

A valid Class "B" Commercial Drivers License with air brake endorsement is preferred.

City Of Tyler Policy

It is the policy of the City to recruit, employ and to provide compensation, promotion, and other conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, and other protected veteran. The City affirms that employment decisions shall be made only on the basis of a persons ability to perform the essential functions of the job. This position does require presence in the office to perform the essential functions of the job. The City shall continually review its employment practices and personnel procedures and take positive steps to assure that equality of employment opportunity in the City of Tyler, Texas is a fact as well as an ideal.

The City of Tyler will accept two years of relevant experience in place of each year of college required in the job description. Four years of relevant experience will be considered in place of an Associates Degree, and eight years of relevant experience will be considered in place of a Bachelors Degree. Any experience required in the Minimum qualifications is in addition to years of experience substituted for a degree.

The City of Tyler supports a policy of a drug and alcohol free workplace. All candidates are subject to pre-employment testing, which may include, but is not limited to, Drug and Alcohol Screenings, Work Fitness Evaluation, Criminal Background Check, and Consumer Report/Credit Check.

No person under eighteen (18) years of age will be employed in any regular full-time position. Persons under eighteen (18) years of age may be employed in temporary or regular part-time positions, if they furnish the City with a minors release (Form 2-2) and are approved by the City Manager.

No person under eighteen (18) years of age will be employed in any position requiring the operation of a City motorized vehicle.

This posting is subject to be removed at the discretion of the department providing the position.

The City of Tyler believes in putting people first. We are passionate, proactive, and purposeful in our mission to serve our community and make a positive difference in the lives of our neighbors.

The City of Tyler offers the following benefits:

• Full range of benefits including Health/Teledoc, Dental, Vision, Disability, and $10K of Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
• 2:1 match in our TMRS Retirement Plan
• 11 paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Supplemental life insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Award-winning Infants at Work Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ongoing professional development

We are proud to provide you and your family with valuable and significant benefits at affordable rates. Any full-time employee regularly scheduled to work 40 hours or more per week or any part-time employee with a work schedule of 30 hours or more per week is eligible to enroll for insurance coverage.

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In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your education and work history. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Please be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will deem your application "incomplete", so please be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below.

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Do you have the ability to perform manual labor?

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Do you have a strong work ethic and be able to manage time to meet deadlines effectively?

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Do you have the ability to operate a one-ton flatbed truck or chainsaw?

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Do you have a valid Texas Drivers License with a good driving record?

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Employer City of Tyler

Address 212 N. Bonner Ave.

City of Tyler, Texas, 75702

Phone 9035332050

903-531-1100

Website http://www.cityoftyler.org/