Equipment Operator Apprentice
Equipment Operator Apprentice
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Job Description
GENERAL FUNCTIONS
Entry Level position which assists in the maintenance and operational duties including safety as well as maintenance of roads drainage works and other City infrastructure.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR ACTIVITIES
- Works under supervision to assist in the maintenance of City roads drainage works and other City infrastructure including but not limited to:
- Steaming culverts and drains free of ice
- Sanding roads
- Plowing sidewalks paths and trails
- Driving dump trucks
- Installing road and other signs
- Crack sealing asphalt roads
- Sanding icy roads & pathways
- Small Works construction projects
- Water distribution and sewer collection facilities such as water valve repair etc.
- Operates a variety of equipment used in the repair and maintenance of City infrastructure including but not limited to:
- Sanding truck
- Skid Steer
- Loader
- Service truck
- Operates a variety of hand and power tools used in the course of infrastructure construction and maintenance.
- Serves as Flagger as needed.
- Administers Public Works Fueling Depot.
- Administers Operators Work Orders.
- Serves as Operators Key Contact for purposes of administering the Computerized Asset Management System.
- Assists Lead Operator with procurement budgeting and other administrative functions.
- Serves on the Departments Incident Command Structure as directed in the case of emergency.
- Performs other duties as directed by Lead Equipment Operator.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Four years experience cleaning maintaining and/or constructing public works infrastructure.
- Experience addressing administrative requirements for a public works infrastructure or field construction office
- Working knowledge of hand and power tools.
- Valid Drivers License.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Requires the ability to maintain a positive working relationship with others.
- Ability to get a CDL within one-year of employment.
- Facility for learning to operate heavy equipment.
- Strong history of respecting safety rules.
- Flaggers Card is preferred
DECISION MAKING RESPONSIBILITIES
As the employee gains knowledge and skills the level of supervision will move from daily specific direction to irregular general direction. Duties are a major source of potential liability to the City. Follows policies and procedures. Low budget authority at unit level. Decisions are reviewed by the Lead Equipment Operator.
SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY
None.
EXTERNAL VISIBILITY/CONTACT
Moderate frequency of contact with the general public and key service personnel. Infrequent contact with key City personnel and government officials at public meetings.
WORKING CONDITIONS
High frequency of exposure to adverse weather conditions. Moderate frequency of exposure to hazardous working situations. Involves frequent physical effort in lifting or moving equipment between 30-40 pounds and working in awkward or confined positions with tools or equipment. On call duty and overtime will be required.
Employment Type
Trainee
