Heavy Equipment Operator (Paved Streets)

Salary

$38,043.20 Annually

Location

Lubbock, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

H706-4531

Department

Water Utilities and Public Works

Division

4531 - Paved Streets

Opening Date

04/15/2023

Closing Date

6/23/2023 5:00 PM Central

Description

Benefits

Summary

Operates and services the heavier types of construction equipment such as backhoe (less than 5 feet), mower, dump truck, front end loader, skid steer, salt spreaders and other construction equipment of comparable size and complexity.

Essential Functions

Operate backhoe (less than 5 feet), mower, dump truck, front end loader, skid steer, salt spreaders and other construction equipment of comparable size and complexity.

Maintain and service equipment and trucks;

Operate mechanical attachments and equipment on vehicles;

Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned;

Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with a preference of experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Valid TX Driver License Commercial Driver License (CDL) within one year of hire

Physical Exam Required

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in construction or maintenance activities.

Ability to:

Operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely to assist in maintenance of streets, alleyways and maintain other city right of way;

Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment;

Make field repairs;

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Assist during times of inclement weather running snow equipment during Emergency Operations

Ability to be on call after the hours on a rotational basis.

Physical Requirements

Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;

Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds;

Walk and stand during a shift;

Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, poles and inclined surfaces;

Continuously push and pull objects;

Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;

Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;

Reach above, at or below shoulder height;

Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate motorized vehicles and machinery.

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click here.

Agency

City of Lubbock

Address

 1314 Avenue K

Lubbock, Texas, 79401

Phone

 806-775-2281

806-775-2303

Website

 https:// www. mylubbock.us