Heavy Equipment Operator I

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

Essential Job Functions:

• Participates in the technical construction, installation, repair and maintenance utility assets.
• Hauls heavy and light equipment to and from assigned worksites.
• Operates backhoe, skid steer, frontend loader, trencher, and other heavy equipment.
• Maintains, installs, repairs and constructs water and sewer utilities for the City.
• Moves and organizes large piles of sand, rock, dirt, concrete, and separates debris from soil piles.
• Prepares, gathers, and transports tools, materials, supplies, and equipment necessary to complete work assignments.
• Conducts safety inspections of vehicles and equipment, sets up barricades, cones, and road signs.

Other Important Duties:

• May be required to assists in the setup, teardown, and cleanup for special events and meetings.
• May occasionally be required to work on-call, evenings or weekends.
• Travels to attend meetings and training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of maintenance and repair techniques for a variety of heavy and light equipment.
• Knowledge of construction and installation methods and practices of area of assignment.
• Knowledge of occupational safety, health regulations, practices and procedures for area of assignment.
• Knowledge of blueprints, as-builts and design layouts.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Skill in effective oral and written communications.
• Skill in following oral and written directions related to area of assignment.
• Skill in planning and organizing materials, supplies and equipment necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Skill in effectively providing assistance and instruction to work crews.
• Skill in following occupational safety and health procedures.