JOB SUMMARY
This position is assigned to the Department of Public Works and is responsible for in the provision of a wide variety of City services related to streets, parks, facility maintenance, solid waste, and utilities under the general direction of a Crew Leader, Equipment Operator, or a Public Works or Utilities Superintendent.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Operates tractors, mowers, trimmers, trucks, and other vehicles, equipment, and tools. Performs minor and preventative maintenance on equipment. Performs tree and vegetation removal and trimming as needed, also maintains chainsaws in a ready state for use as needed. Picks up solid waste and recycled materials, including loading into collection trucks on assigned collection routes. Performs maintenance and repairs on water and wastewater systems as directed. Performs minor and preventative maintenance in City facilities. Reads water meters if required for verification of readings. Performs turn-ons, turn-offs, and other customer service tasks as needed. Maintains assigned vehicles in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Advises when tire replacement or repairs are needed on all vehicles. Responds to after-hours calls, whether scheduled or not. For CDL holders, may occasionally drive on assigned collection routes on which household garbage, trash, recyclable materials, and brush are collected, as well as transport solid waste to disposal site. Assist other departments as directed. Performs other duties as assigned.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
One year of experience in equipment operation and minor repair and preventative maintenance of equipment. One year of general construction experience. High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred but not required.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES
Valid Texas Class C driver license. Texas Class B CDL is desirable.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of safety practices and requirements of the job. Ability to work well with others. Knowledge of operation of tools and power equipment. Practical use of a rod and level preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis. Visual acuity, speech, and hearing handeye coordination, and manual dexterity necessary to operate tools and equipment associated with the job. Working conditions are in a field environment. Must be able to pass a drug and/or alcohol screen.
This class specification is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this class specification at any time without notice.