Equipment Operator III (Equipment Support Crew)

About the Department

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Equipment Support maintenance equipment; light and heavy vehicles on assigned projects or activities of a public works nature. The position requires manual labor work, completed alone or as part of a crew. You will perform a variety of manual tasks and activities, i.e., perform work in Street maintenance. Work includes on-site maintenance, cleaning, and service equipment, emergency needs, vehicles, tools, and work area. Inspects vehicles for required supplies, materials, and equipment. Observe and follow safety procedures and precautions at work sites. This position is designated among essential personnel and requires reporting to work during all significant weather events or emergency incidents. 
Direct Supervisor: Crew Leader and Foreman

Position Duties

• Drives and Operates various Street Department equipment and vehicles to accomplish a variety of tasks, including, but not limited to, hauling debris, and transporting street department equipment, tools, and material. Performs various vehicle and equipment maintenance duties, including, but not limited to, performing preventative maintenance and assisting mechanics as needed. Reports equipment failures/deficiencies to supervisor as required. 
• Assist with the sealing of roadway cracks, places hot or cold asphalt mix, and other materials required for general road maintenance and repairs to required standards
• Experience safely operating specialized trucks/machinery/heavy equipment used within each of the divisions such as the Hot Mix Patch Truck Volumetric Cement Truck, Asphalt Distributor, Milling Machine, Grade all, Maintainer-Motor Grade, Backhoe/Loader, Skid Loader, as well as other light/heavy equipment engaged in highly complex road reconstruction. Identifies hazards to determine if the job can be performed safely; conducts required safety checks. Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction of highways, and roads. 
• Maintains a safe work area, including places and removes cones, barricades, warning devices, and/or directs traffic at work sites to ensure the safety of work crew and public; cleans up work sites upon completion of the job; picks up all tools and equipment; secures the job site if returning later; washes vehicles and equipment as needed, cleans up shop areas, maintains tools and equipment in safe and operable conditions; safe use, mix and dilute all chemicals according to directions labels; and when operating motor vehicles, observe safe driving principles and practices. 

 
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS 

• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as directed.
• Performs other duties and functions as assigned, required, or directed, or which are necessary, readily apparent, or related to other duties and responsibilities.  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in the construction of highways, road curbs, and gutters. Safely and correctly apply road construction and maintenance techniques. Safely operate light and heavy road maintenance and construction vehicles and equipment. 
• Knowledge of how to safely operate, but not limited to gas-powered jackhammers, tampers, saws, backhoes, grade all, 1- or 2-ton trucks, mini and large excavators, off-road vehicles, industrial mowers, skid steers, chain saws, or woodchippers.
• Ability to adhere to the personal protective equipment (PPE) policy and maintain individually provided PPE in a functional condition. All uniforms and PPE should be clean and equipped when scheduled to work. 
• Attend shifts according to company policy. This position is subject to responding to emergencies after normal working hours. Occasional overtime required. Ability to be flexible with last-minute schedule changes, location changes, and time of shift change. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and officials, representatives of outside agencies, and the general public. Both verbal and written communication, including conveying and following instructions and providing information to the public. Understand and follow instructions and communicate effectively, as required. 
• Knowledge and adherence to all applicable State and Federal laws; local ordinances; City and Departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Knowledge and adherence to the Texas Motor Vehicle Code and other codes, laws, and statutes relating to the given position. 
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Suite, Database management, and web applications.
• Endeavors to continuously improve the services provided to the citizens of Tyler. 

Physical characteristics: The job requires to be able to twist and kneel for up to 6 hours daily: bend, turn, climb, crouch, and crawl up to 2 hours daily; stoop for up to 3 hours daily; walk, sit, and stand up to 4 hours daily; grasp objects up to 8 hours daily, lift and carry up to 80-lbs., push or pull up to 20-lbs., grasp up to 8-hours.   May be exposed to vehicular traffic and must follow all maintenance of traffic (MOT) procedures.
 
Environmental factors: This is an essential department, all staff will be called to SERVE with all storms, catastrophes, emergencies, or as otherwise needed. Physical ability to work under temperature extremes and for extended hours. Working within confined spaces can be necessary for some tasks. Working in the proximity of light and heavy machinery.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High School diploma or GED preferred. Must have three (3) years of experience operating equipment safely around others, as well as the mechanical experience to make minor repairs on the equipment listed above. A combination of education, experience, or training that has prepared the incumbent to perform the essential duties of the position. 

Must have a Texas Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement and a good driving record throughout employment. Must have a strong work ethic and manage time to meet deadlines effectively.

Other Qualifications

It is the policy of the City to recruit, employ and to provide compensation, promotion, and other conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, and other protected veteran.  The City affirms that employment decisions shall be made only on the basis of a person's ability to perform the essential functions of the job. This position does require presence in the office to perform the essential functions of the job. The City shall continually review its employment practices and personnel procedures and take positive steps to assure that equality of employment opportunity in the City of Tyler, Texas is a fact as well as an ideal.
 
The City of Tyler will accept two years of relevant experience in place of each year of college required in the job description. Four years of relevant experience will be considered in place of an Associate's Degree, and eight years of relevant experience will be considered in place of a Bachelor's Degree. Any experience required in the Minimum qualifications is in addition to years of experience substituted for a degree.
 
The City of Tyler supports a policy of a drug and alcohol free workplace.  All candidates are subject to pre-employment testing, which may include, but is not limited to, Drug and Alcohol Screenings, Work Fitness Evaluation, Criminal Background Check, and Consumer Report/Credit Check.
 
No person under eighteen (18) years of age will be employed in any regular full-time position. Persons under eighteen (18) years of age may be employed in temporary or regular part-time positions, if they furnish the City with a minor's release (Form 2-2) and are approved by the City Manager.
 
No person under eighteen (18) years of age will be employed in any position requiring the operation of a City motorized vehicle.

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