Jobs Companies City of Garland Heavy Equipment Operator I

About this Heavy Equipment Operator I role at City of Garland

City of Garland · Onsite · Streets

Summary

Responsible for operating equipment in removing asphalt/concrete pavement, excavating earth, placing, and compacting recycled concrete, base materials, asphalt, and performing installation, repair, and maintenance related tasks.

Pay Range: $20.72 - 25.87 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Operate and train staff on construction equipment such as backhoe loaders, industrial box blade/loaders, skid steer loaders, utility wheel loaders, compactors, rotary mixers and tractors with 30-yeard end dump trailers.

  • Set paving forms, cut and place rebar, place and finish concrete, remove paving forms, clean debris, and backfill new pavement with soil and sod.

  • Inspect and maintain the safe operation of heavy equipment and vehicles, including performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete daily worksheet.

  • Respond to weather events and emergencies, including the ability to work shift schedules when required

  • Operate sanding trucks and aggregate spreaders on bridges, intersections, and streets

  • Load and deliver traffic control devices for high water events, and perform final clean-up to ensure alleys and streets are passable for emergency vehicles.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED.

  • 6 months of experience in heavy equipment operation and maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job.

  • Valid Class A Texas Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement (or ability to obtain within 6 months).

  • Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Work is performed outdoors with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds or more multiple times daily.

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