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Job Summary:
Operate heavy equipment and instruments necessary for the maintenance of water lines and appurtenances.
Experience, Knowledge, Skills:
- Experience with proper operation of rubber-tire and track backhoes, front end loaders, and knuckle cranes.
- 2+ years' experience in utility or water construction methods and water systems desired;
- Knowledge of equipment operation, basic maintenance and repair; map reading, confined space entry, trench safety, and traffic control;
- Current Class A CDL driver's license and good driving record;
- Previous experience supervising or acting as a lead worker desirable.
Essential Functions:
- Monitor objects for compliance with operating or safety standards;
- Use common hand tools such as hammer, saw, screwdriver or similar tools;
- Work independently and in a crew situation;
- Follow and implement safety practices and procedures;
- Obtain Colorado Class 2 Water Distribution Operators Certification.
Work Environment:
- Works in all weather conditions;
- Works in dust, dirt, and fumes from heavy machinery;
- Operates equipment in heavy traffic conditions
Physical Requirements:
- Vision enough to operate a variety of equipment in traffic and at the work site.
- Make controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of a control mechanism (e.g. operating levers/pedals);
- Coordinates the movements of more than one limb simultaneously (e.g. operating clutch and accelerator);
- Mobility enough to access and operate equipment used in street construction and maintenance.
- Communication skills enough to interpret work assignments and convey information to the public and co-workers.
- Manual dexterity enough to replace machinery parts and manipulate small objects.
In addition to competitive wages and great work environment, we also offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, pension/401(k), paid time off, 12 paid holidays a year, and a wellness program that includes an onsite wellness clinic.
City Of Greeley
Greeley, CO
Full-Time
Water & Sewer
Continuous