City of Alexandria, LA
Equipment Operator III, Sanitation
City of Alexandria, LA, Alexandria, Louisiana, United States, 71302
The purpose of this classification is to operate heavy equipment and perform manual work functions associated with construction, maintenance and repair of City streets/roads, drainage systems, right‑of‑way areas, parking lots, parks, recreation facilities, grounds areas, utility systems, or other areas of assignment. Emphasis is on the operation of track or rubber‑tired construction equipment with specialized functions related to maintenance and construction activities where the operation of complex mechanisms requires the highest degree of skill, dexterity, and finesse, and where work is performed to exacting tolerances; incumbents may function as lead worker on occasion as needed. Classification is reserved for those positions where operation of included equipment is the primary function of the job.
May serve as a crew leader or lead worker for specific project assignments; monitors and oversees assigned workers to ensure safety; directs work of crew to ensure that assigned tasks are completed.
Drives knuckle‑boom truck to collect trash, limbs, and other debris from work sites, parks, and other City property, and transport it to the landfill; positions vehicle alongside targeted debris. Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes changing oil, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; secures vehicle after use.
Transports, loads and unloads various materials and equipment used in projects.
Responds to emergency calls during inclement weather, or other emergency situations.
Utilizes precautionary safety equipment and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Receives, prepares or completes various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, spray records, diagrams, maps, manuals, reference materials, and other documents; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; communicates via telephone and/or two‑way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
Applicants must have experience operating equipment such as Shuttle Truck
High school diploma or GED; Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of heavy equipment used in roadway repair, maintenance and installation of utility infrastructure (water, wastewater, gas, and electric), or similar work; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license, and any state or federal certifications required in the field of assignment.
Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class A commercial driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification.
Assignment on some equipment may require a valid State of Louisiana Class A commercial driver’s license and/or special endorsements. May be required to obtain Flagging certification.
Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification.
Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants.
Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable.
** If you prefer to receive text messages regarding your application update, please include a current cell phone number on your application.**
Must include copies of driver’s license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application for consideration.
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May serve as a crew leader or lead worker for specific project assignments; monitors and oversees assigned workers to ensure safety; directs work of crew to ensure that assigned tasks are completed.
Drives knuckle‑boom truck to collect trash, limbs, and other debris from work sites, parks, and other City property, and transport it to the landfill; positions vehicle alongside targeted debris. Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes changing oil, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; secures vehicle after use.
Transports, loads and unloads various materials and equipment used in projects.
Responds to emergency calls during inclement weather, or other emergency situations.
Utilizes precautionary safety equipment and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Receives, prepares or completes various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, spray records, diagrams, maps, manuals, reference materials, and other documents; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; communicates via telephone and/or two‑way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
Applicants must have experience operating equipment such as Shuttle Truck
High school diploma or GED; Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of heavy equipment used in roadway repair, maintenance and installation of utility infrastructure (water, wastewater, gas, and electric), or similar work; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license, and any state or federal certifications required in the field of assignment.
Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class A commercial driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification.
Assignment on some equipment may require a valid State of Louisiana Class A commercial driver’s license and/or special endorsements. May be required to obtain Flagging certification.
Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification.
Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants.
Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable.
** If you prefer to receive text messages regarding your application update, please include a current cell phone number on your application.**
Must include copies of driver’s license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application for consideration.
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