Heavy Equipment Operator I, (B272740-4), 204, Street Cleaning

Operates one or more pieces of heavy equipment such as: street sweeper, or pot patcher, 18 wheel semi-tractor/trailer, or light equipment such as asphalt spreaders, sand/gravel distributor, or trailer mounted power washer. May be required to work night shift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Operates a street sweeper in order to maintain City streets clean.
• Performs basic maintenance on equipment and tools including washing, changing oil, and greasing.
• May assist in performing unskilled or semi-skilled labor such as digging ditches, covering ditches, pouring concrete, mowing, trimming trees and shrubs, and all other duties as needed to perform paving projects.
• May transport heavy equipment (i.e. backhoe, grader, power rollers, etc.) on lowboy.
• May assist in training new employees and in assigning, checking and approving work of laborers and other equipment operators.
• Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
• Must follow all rules of telephone and/or hand held radio courtesy in all communications.
• Must be available to assist department during emergencies (i.e. floods, hurricanes, etc.).
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
• Performs related work as required.

• English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Safe operations of heavy equipment.
• Geography of the City including major streets and landmarks.
• Preventive maintenance procedures.
• Traffic rules and regulations.
• Vehicles and equipment.

• Organization and time management.
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
• Effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Meeting schedules and deadlines of the work.
• Maintaining the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
• Operating heavy equipment.
• Following oral and written instruction.
• Maintaining accurate and complete records.

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards
• Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments:

• Sometimes Construction site
• Confined space
• Frequently or Often Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Vehicles

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to:

• Sometimes Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
• Frequently or Often Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel: Local Frequently or Often

Required Education and Experience

• At least two (2) years of experience as a heavy equipment operator. Experience operating a street sweeper, or pot patcher, 18 wheel semi-tractor/trailer, or light equipment such as asphalt spreaders, sand/gravel distributor, or trailer mounted power washer is preferred.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas C.D.L. class A or B Driver License and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment. Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment. Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable. City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:

• 10 days of paid vacation per year
• 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
• Pension plan
• 16 paid Holidays
• Paid health
• Dental plan
• Life insurance

30 day waiting period For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: under Employee Benefits