Austin Water Equipment Operator

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Job Description:

Purpose:

Under general supervision performs a variety of duties related to driving and operating equipment and provides equipment operation support. Performs work that is varied and moderately complex with assignments that are semi-routine in nature.

Duties Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Operates a variety of powered equipment which may include tractor trailers backhoes front end loaders dump trucks lift trucks scarabs trommel screens water trucks bobcats trenchers vacuum trucks sludge tank trucks and cranes. Operates vehicles/equipment according to Federal/State requirements and City policies/procedures. Calculates figures analyzes and interprets data and prepares reports. Performs routine preventative maintenance on equipment by checking fluids lubrication adjusting belts conducting pre-trip/post-trip safety inspections and maintaining reports of maintenance activities. Recommends changes to methods operations sequences and set procedures for work assigned.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

None.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge skills abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate with or without reasonable accommodations that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of basic diagnostic techniques and mechanical troubleshooting.

• Knowledge of methods and precautions for handling and transporting hazardous materials and chemicals.

• Knowledge of State and Federal requirements for operating commercial vehicles and specialized heavy equipment.

• Knowledge of City practice policy and procedures.

• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

• Skill in planning and organizing.

• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.

• Ability to operate commercial vehicles and specialized heavy equipment.

• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.

• Ability to read and follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures.

• Ability to read and interpret meters gauges and control panels.

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus three (3) years of experience in equipment operations including one (1) year of experience inspecialized utility equipment.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Current Texas Class A Commercial Driver License. May require specific endorsements.

• To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.

• Positions in the Lift Stations Division must be certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined Space Entry within six (6) months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using backhoes excavators front end loader rock saw lit truck trenches dump truck skid-steer and forklift and performing preventative maintenance on that equipment

• Experience with underground utility construction including deep excavation and experience with trench shoring and trench boxes

• Experience driving 18 speed manual transmission truck to haul heavy equipment

Notes to Candidate:

Position Overview: The Equipment Operator position is responsible for assisting multiple work groups within Ausin Water and other City departments with the operation transportation and maintenance of heavy equipment.

Pay Range: $25.22 - $29.70 per hour

Position(s) will be filled at the following location: Tim Louviere Service Center
6301 -B Harold Court Austin TX 78721

Days and Hours: Monday through Thursday 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

This position requires employees to be available for overtime including weekends holidays on-call and emergency call-back assignments. Work hours are subject to change to accommodate business needs of the organization.

Benefits:

Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as medical paid leave time a great retirement plan training opportunities and more click HERE for more information.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

• A detailed complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.

• Provide each job title and accurate employment dates for all jobs included on the application.

• Your work history should include the duties you performed any supervisory or lead responsibilities and any equipment and computer software used.

• Although you have the option to attach your resume a resume is not required.

• Statements such as see resume will be considered incomplete.

• The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.

• Your skill level in the competency areas will be assessed. A minimum score of 70% is required on both assessments in order to be considered for the next step in the process

• If you are in the military or a veteran you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.

Retention Incentive Bonus:

This position may be eligible for an Incentive Bonus of up to $3000.

$500 after 90 days.

$500 after 180 days.

$1000 after 1 year.

$1000 after 2 years.

Technical Licensure:

• Current Texas Class A Commercial Driver License. May require specific endorsements.

• To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.

• Positions in the Lift Stations Division must be certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined Space Entry within six (6) months of employment.

Driving Requirement:
This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet theCity of Austins Driver Record Evaluation (DRE)requisite. To be considered for a driving position applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Travel:

If you are selected for this position and meet theDriver Safety Standardsin the City of AustinDriver Safety Programyou may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Commercial Drivers License
This position requires that newly hired employees must currently hold the appropriate class of Commercial Drivers License with endorsements. Employees must comply with the Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing rules as outlined by the City of Austin Alcohol and Drug Policy for Drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles.

Work Environment

This position is in a heavy industrial setting and requires performing all duties associated with operating heavy equipment outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat cold and rain. This position will include cross training in operations of various equipment. Position will require adaptability and willingness to change or modify workload on demand and multitask. Position requires working in environments which may have hazardous situations.

Physical Requirements:

This position will require that you be able to perform the following essential job functions with confidence and with or without reasonable accommodations: carrying or lifting up to 50 lbs. pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs. sitting standing walking lying climbing stairs and ladders reaching overhead kneeling crawling stooping/bending twisting repetitive foot and hand movement driving grasping and squeezing ability to wear personal protective equipment including a self-contained breathing apparatus exposure to extreme weather conditions atmospheric conditions hazardous conditions and very loud noise.

Confined-Space Entry Requirements:

• Candidates must be able to work in environments which may have hazardous atmospheres or in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit or where the activities of an employee are hindered.

• Candidates must be able to qualify for the Utilitys Respiratory Protection Program.

• Candidates must be clean shaven to meet the Utilitys Respiratory Protection Program guidelines which requires the use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).

Climbing Requirements:

Candidates must be able to perform duties with confidence at sites where climbing heights of up to 50 feet is required on ladders that support weight as designated by work area.

Pre-Employment Testing Requirements:

• Selected candidates will be required to complete and pass a drug and alcohol screening test.

• Selected candidates will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment physical exam to be considered for this position which includes a Functional (FC)strength/agility test.

Essential Employee:

This has been designated as an Essential Employee the event of a City-designated emergency Essential Employees provide services that impact the public health safety utility services and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees and ensure the continuity of essential such an emergency Essential Employees may be called back in may be required to modify their schedule may be assigned to a City-designated work site or may be retained on site to assist with operations and recovery.

Secondary Employment:

• All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employees duty and responsibility to the Department.

• Austin Water will review all secondary employment.

• Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment.

90-day Provision:

This posting may be used to fill additional vacancies that occur within the department.

All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite including construction sites parking lots garages or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.

Important Note to Applicants:

Please be aware that the Job Posting close date reflects the final day to apply but the posting will close at 11:59pm the day before the date listed. We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed it will no longer be viewable in the system.

Please note this posting may close any time after 7 days.

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race creed color national origin sex gender identity age religion veteran status disability or sexual addition the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individuals AIDS AIDS Related Complex or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function please call or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.