Light Equipment Operator - Utilities - Full-time
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Light Equipment Operator - Utilities - Full-time
Department: Public Works
Reports To: Utility Superintendent
Hourly Range: $17.85 - $20.21
JOB SUMMARY
The City of Stephenville is seeking a full-time Light Equipment Operator working under the direction of the Utilities Superintendent.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Typical Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Ensure city vehicle has supplies and materials necessary to perform job assignments; operate, clean, service, maintain, and perform minor repairs on assigned tools, machinery, equipment, and vehicles
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Respond to service calls concerning emergencies or problems on a stand-by basis; work to reduce the state of emergency and correct problems; perform overtime duties as necessary or required to maintain effective and efficient city services.
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Operate a variety of equipment including pickups, dump trucks, jet rodding machines, brush-hogs, tractors with various attachments, lawnmowers, weed eaters, and other related maintenance equipment.
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Secure and partition off work area as necessary with traffic signs, cones, and barricades; flag and direct traffic around the work area as necessary.
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Work on-call duty and respond to emergency call back as required by supervisor.
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Secure and partition off work area as necessary with traffic signs, cones, and barricades; flag and direct traffic around the work area as necessary.
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Participate in repairing water and wastewater mains and services; break apart paved surfaces in preparation of line excavation; install shoring devices for excavations to prevent trench cave-ins; clamp off broken main or line, and mow and edge facilities.
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Clean manholes; participate in constructing and rebuilding manholes; assist in installing and repairing fire hydrants.
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Participate in testing water and wastewater lines for leaks; inspect valves for operability; locate water and wastewater lines and connections; lay and extend new water and wastewater lines in preparation for future use; remove obstructions from wastewater lines.
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Assist in repairing and reading water meters and water and wastewater services; repair and install service taps; flush water lines.
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Pull and install meters; replace meter boxes as necessary; install clean outs; raise and lower meters and manholes as necessary.
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Clean streets and work area after repair work are completed; grade drainage channels to proper grade to enhance drainage; landscape city and residential property upon completion of repairs; clean and unclog wastewater lines.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Materials and supplies used in the maintenance, repair, and servicing of machinery, equipment, and facilities of the department.
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Proper lifting techniques for minimizing physical injury.
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Hazards associated with the work and proper safety precautions.
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Proper barricading procedures for partitioning off the work area.
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Proper procedures for mixing, pouring, and finishing concrete.
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Basic carpentry, masonry, and plumbing principles and practices.
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Pressure settings for various water lines.
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Various procedures for evaluating and maintaining consistent flow in water and wastewater lines.
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Procedure for clamping and repairing a water or wastewater leak.
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Installation techniques for safety shoring devices.
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Procedures for the handling and storing of volatile chemicals and the disposal of chemical by-products.
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Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, policies, and regulations.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
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Must be a United States Citizen
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Must hold a valid Texas driver’s license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record
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Ability to communicate (read, write and speak) effectively in the English language
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Formal or informal education or training ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
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High School Diploma or GED required
Experience and Training Guidelines:
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A Texas State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
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Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection license is highly desired
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Possession of, or ability to obtain, appropriate, valid water and/or wastewater license.
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Must acquire class 1 wastewater collection and Class C water distribution license within 3 years of hire.