Equipment Operator II

POSITION TITLE:                 Equipment Operator II
DEPARTMENT:                     Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities
DIVISION:                             Park Maintenance
SALARY:                               $36,831.00 Yr. / $17.707212 Hr.
CLOSING:                             Until filled

Job Summary
Operates medium to heavy machinery in the maintenance of the parks and parkways.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct as appropriate to the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact, both internally and externally, during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Material and Equipment Directly Used
Operates a variety of equipment used in routine maintenance, including mowers, trucks, tractors, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck, and other equipment used in the maintenance of parks. There may be times when use of a personal vehicle may be required.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Majority of work is performed in an outdoor setting where weather conditions can vary from extreme heat and cold, with high levels of dust, dirt, fumes and noise.  Physical activity includes prolonged standing, bending, stooping, lifting, walking and uses arms and hands frequently.  Must have the ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 to 75 pounds and assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds.  Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes.  Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.