Heavy Equipment Operator I - GL0634 - WASTEWATER - COLLECTION
City of Denton
Job Description
Title: Heavy Equipment Operator I – Wastewater Collections
Position ID: GL0634
Department/Division: Wastewater Collections
Reports to: Field Services Supervisor
FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: Yes
DOT: Yes
Definition: Responsible for the maintenance and construction of sewer lines throughout the city
Essential Functions:
Under general supervision, proficiently operates one or more types of light to medium sized motorized construction/maintenance equipment (i.e. warehouse/interior forklift, bobcat, backhoe,
compressor, riding-compactor, vehicle for running errands, small water truck, small dump truck and utility truck) to excavate, move and/or grade material.
Operates larger motorized equipment as needed
Performs various skilled duties using hand and power tools
Performs pre-inspections and post-inspections of all equipment and trucks before and after use; performs minor maintenance activities and cleaning of equipment, and reports problems
to supervisor
May set up street barricades and function as a flagger for traffic control
Must be able to perform duties in a confined space such as a manhole or trench
May confer with customers regarding service problems and reports information obtained to supervisor
Maintains on-call availability for after hour emergencies
Reads and understands reference books and manuals and current industry operational practices
Additional Duties:
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Three years of experience in operation and maintenance of light equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair function operations
Class A CDL or ability to obtain one within 6 months of employment
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 maintain regular and punctual attendance
Ability to read and understand reference books and complicated procedures such as utility plans and equipment operation manuals
Skilled in the operation of backhoe, skid steer loader and dump truck
Conditions of Employment:
Must possess a valid Class “A” CDL driver’s license with Tanker Endorsement and a good driving record or be able to obtain one within 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 Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm
Must be able to work overtime when requested
Good physical condition to be able to perform physical tasks in all kinds of weather
Requires lifting up to 100 lbs.
Preferences:
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Possess Unit II Wastewater Collections Certification from TCEQ
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 (<10%)
Task: Code:
Standing: E
Sitting: E
Walking: E
Lifting: M
Carrying: M
Pushing/Pulling: I
Overhead Work: M
Fine Dexterity: M
Kneeling: M
Crouching: M
Crawling: I
Bending: M
Twisting: M
Climbing: M
Balancing: M
Vision: Y
Hearing: Y
Talking: Y
Video Display: Y
Other:
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
The essential functions of this position require the use of light to medium sized motorized equipment such as dump truck, backhoe, front-end loader, flushing and vacuum truck, etc.
Environmental Factors:
The essential functions of this position are performed outside.
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.
Effective Date: 11/1/2014
Revision Date: 07/10/2020