City of Denton
Responsibilities
Responsible for operation of heavy equipment to maintain and construct streets. Operates heavy complex motorized equipment over 26,000 pounds (front-end loader, track and rubber tire loaders, dump truck, backhoe, motor grader, track loaders, steel wheel compactors and scrapers) Performs less skilled tasks associated with maintenance and construction of streets, such as patching, lowering manholes, putting in drainage pipes Inspects and checks equipment before and after use, performs minor maintenance activities and reports exceptional problems to supervisor Frequently assumes crew leader responsibilities in coordinating the activities of maintenance persons, helpers, and/or other equipment operations Helps train other operators and assists technical staff such as laying asphalt, drainage pipe, putting lime or bulk cement in sub-grade May perform other skilled tasks, some of which may require knowledge of a specific field, for example, drainage, water and wastewater Occasionally confers with customers regarding service problems and reports information obtained to supervisor Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance Additional Duties Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications/Acceptable Equivalency
High school diploma or GED equivalent Three years’ experience in heavy equipment in the construction industry or related field OR Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job Core Competencies
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers Ability to work outdoors Preferences
Bilingual in Spanish and English Prior three years’ experience in street construction and maintenance. Knowledge of the field of maintenance and emergency repair of heavy equipment Knowledge of methods, techniques, and safety precautions involved in the operation of heavy and complex equipment Conditions of Employment
Must possess and maintain a valid Class “A” CDL driver’s license with tanker endorsements OR must possess a valid Class C driver license with a good driving record and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement within six (6) months of employment Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check Must pass a physical examination Must be able to work overtime as requested and be on-call for the department during extreme weather and rotation of schedule on nights/weekends Physical Requirements
Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday. Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency. Codes for “how often”: Y = Yes N = No E = extensive (100-70%) M = moderate (60-30%) I = infrequent (20-10%) A = almost never ( Task: Code: Standing: M Sitting: M Walking: M Lifting: M Carrying: M Pushing/Pulling: M Overhead Work: I Fine Dexterity: M Kneeling: M Crouching: M Crawling: I Bending: M Twisting: M Climbing: M Balancing: M Vision: E Hearing: E Talking: E Video Display: I Other: Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids: The essential functions of this position require the use of a front-end loader, track and rubber tire loaders, dump truck, backhoe, motor grader, track loaders, steel wheel compactors and scrapers. Environmental Factors: The essential functions of this position are performed outside Note
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. ADA/EOE/ADEA
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Responsible for operation of heavy equipment to maintain and construct streets. Operates heavy complex motorized equipment over 26,000 pounds (front-end loader, track and rubber tire loaders, dump truck, backhoe, motor grader, track loaders, steel wheel compactors and scrapers) Performs less skilled tasks associated with maintenance and construction of streets, such as patching, lowering manholes, putting in drainage pipes Inspects and checks equipment before and after use, performs minor maintenance activities and reports exceptional problems to supervisor Frequently assumes crew leader responsibilities in coordinating the activities of maintenance persons, helpers, and/or other equipment operations Helps train other operators and assists technical staff such as laying asphalt, drainage pipe, putting lime or bulk cement in sub-grade May perform other skilled tasks, some of which may require knowledge of a specific field, for example, drainage, water and wastewater Occasionally confers with customers regarding service problems and reports information obtained to supervisor Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance Additional Duties Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications/Acceptable Equivalency
High school diploma or GED equivalent Three years’ experience in heavy equipment in the construction industry or related field OR Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job Core Competencies
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers Ability to work outdoors Preferences
Bilingual in Spanish and English Prior three years’ experience in street construction and maintenance. Knowledge of the field of maintenance and emergency repair of heavy equipment Knowledge of methods, techniques, and safety precautions involved in the operation of heavy and complex equipment Conditions of Employment
Must possess and maintain a valid Class “A” CDL driver’s license with tanker endorsements OR must possess a valid Class C driver license with a good driving record and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement within six (6) months of employment Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check Must pass a physical examination Must be able to work overtime as requested and be on-call for the department during extreme weather and rotation of schedule on nights/weekends Physical Requirements
Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday. Sedentary – lifting no more than 10 pounds Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds Very Heavy – lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency. Codes for “how often”: Y = Yes N = No E = extensive (100-70%) M = moderate (60-30%) I = infrequent (20-10%) A = almost never ( Task: Code: Standing: M Sitting: M Walking: M Lifting: M Carrying: M Pushing/Pulling: M Overhead Work: I Fine Dexterity: M Kneeling: M Crouching: M Crawling: I Bending: M Twisting: M Climbing: M Balancing: M Vision: E Hearing: E Talking: E Video Display: I Other: Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids: The essential functions of this position require the use of a front-end loader, track and rubber tire loaders, dump truck, backhoe, motor grader, track loaders, steel wheel compactors and scrapers. Environmental Factors: The essential functions of this position are performed outside Note
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. ADA/EOE/ADEA
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