City of Palo Alto
Overview
Palo Alto is the only city in California that offers a full range of utility services to its citizens and businesses. With over 100 years of successful public utility operations, Palo Alto continues its tradition of delivering safe services, local decision-making on policies, utility rate-setting, environmental programs, and tailored solutions for the community. This position is in the Water Gas and Wastewater Operations (WGW Operations) Division which is part of the City of Palo Alto Utilities Department. Water Gas Wastewater Operations is responsible for the maintenance, installation, and demolition of underground water, gas, and wastewater utilities. This position is essential for the success of our construction projects, requiring safe and efficient operation and basic maintenance of heavy machinery. Schedule:
9/80 schedule, Monday Thursday 6:30am 4pm and Fridays 6:30am 3pm with every other Friday off. The Position
We are seeking a highly experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Utilities Water Gas Wastewater team. This position is in the Water Gas and Wastewater Operations (WGW Operations) Division and supports the construction and maintenance of the City's water, gas, and wastewater systems. To learn more about the City's Utilities Department, information is available but is not linked here. The ideal candidate
extensive experience using a backhoe safety-conscious detail-oriented experience managing heavy equipment excels in operating machinery reliable team player capable of handling the physical demands of construction work in various conditions Responsibilities
Works with Utilities Installer/Repairer Lead or Utilities Installer/ Repairer operating equipment used during installation, maintenance, and repair of the water, gas, and wastewater system and the installation of underground piping system Operates backhoe to excavate trenches, to install, maintain, and repair City's utility system Operates front-end loader to backfill trenches and load trucks Complies with safety standards and practices Knowledge of safety practices and procedures in working with Heavy Equipment Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Dedicated knowledge and application of safety practices related to heavy equipment Educational and experience requirements Completion of High School, GED, or equivalent One year of experience operating type(s) of heavy equipment used in the area of assignment Special Requirements
Possession of a valid California Class A commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements required within sixty days of appointment, with ability to obtain license within six months. Ability to pass a drug test as mandated by the Department of Transportation. This position is represented by Service Employee International Union (SEIU). Recruitment Timeline
All dates subject to change. Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided in the application and supplemental questions. Incomplete details or mismatches between application and supplemental questions may lead to disqualification. First Application Review:
September 12 Field Assessment:
Week of October 20 Final Interview:
Week of November 3 Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at 855-524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Palo Alto is the only city in California that offers a full range of utility services to its citizens and businesses. With over 100 years of successful public utility operations, Palo Alto continues its tradition of delivering safe services, local decision-making on policies, utility rate-setting, environmental programs, and tailored solutions for the community. This position is in the Water Gas and Wastewater Operations (WGW Operations) Division which is part of the City of Palo Alto Utilities Department. Water Gas Wastewater Operations is responsible for the maintenance, installation, and demolition of underground water, gas, and wastewater utilities. This position is essential for the success of our construction projects, requiring safe and efficient operation and basic maintenance of heavy machinery. Schedule:
9/80 schedule, Monday Thursday 6:30am 4pm and Fridays 6:30am 3pm with every other Friday off. The Position
We are seeking a highly experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Utilities Water Gas Wastewater team. This position is in the Water Gas and Wastewater Operations (WGW Operations) Division and supports the construction and maintenance of the City's water, gas, and wastewater systems. To learn more about the City's Utilities Department, information is available but is not linked here. The ideal candidate
extensive experience using a backhoe safety-conscious detail-oriented experience managing heavy equipment excels in operating machinery reliable team player capable of handling the physical demands of construction work in various conditions Responsibilities
Works with Utilities Installer/Repairer Lead or Utilities Installer/ Repairer operating equipment used during installation, maintenance, and repair of the water, gas, and wastewater system and the installation of underground piping system Operates backhoe to excavate trenches, to install, maintain, and repair City's utility system Operates front-end loader to backfill trenches and load trucks Complies with safety standards and practices Knowledge of safety practices and procedures in working with Heavy Equipment Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Dedicated knowledge and application of safety practices related to heavy equipment Educational and experience requirements Completion of High School, GED, or equivalent One year of experience operating type(s) of heavy equipment used in the area of assignment Special Requirements
Possession of a valid California Class A commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements required within sixty days of appointment, with ability to obtain license within six months. Ability to pass a drug test as mandated by the Department of Transportation. This position is represented by Service Employee International Union (SEIU). Recruitment Timeline
All dates subject to change. Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided in the application and supplemental questions. Incomplete details or mismatches between application and supplemental questions may lead to disqualification. First Application Review:
September 12 Field Assessment:
Week of October 20 Final Interview:
Week of November 3 Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at 855-524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr