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Responsible for operating specialized heavy equipment used in removing asphalt /concrete pavement, excavating earth, placing, compacting and stabilizing recycled concrete, base materials, asphalt, operating pavers and performing tasks in pavement improvement projects. Also, responsible for servicing and maintaining equipment and vehicles on job site.Target Hiring Range: $17.51/hr - $21.80/hr
Operate and train on construction equipment including:
Asphalt Distributor Truck
Cold Planer
Compactors
Hydraulic Excavator
Motor Grader
Paving Equipment (Asphalt Paver/Concrete Paver)
Tractor with Haul Trailer
Track Loaders
Utility Wheel Loader
all other equipment assigned to Heavy Equipment Operators II in the Street Department
Work closely with assigned team members in performing:
set paving forms
cut, place/tie rebar
place/finish concrete
remove paving forms
clean debris
backfill new pavement with soil and place/roll sod
Operate a transit / level to set grade for excavating, establishing sub-grade and setting grade pens for finish grade.
Inspect and maintain assigned equipment. Perform pre-trip/ post-trip vehicle inspections and complete daily work sheet for equipment operated.
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment, as needed, under the direction of the Street Department’s Equipment Maintenance Supervisor.
Attend all required safety training/meetings and obey all safety policies and procedures.
Inspect work site to ensure all traffic control devices are in place, clean and in good working condition.
Respond to weather events and emergencies, including the ability to work shift schedules when required.
Operate sanding trucks and aggregate spreaders on bridges, intersections and streets.
Load and deliver traffic control devices for high water events including placement for road closures / monitoring water levels
Perform final clean up after weather events to ensure alleys and streets are passable for emergency vehicles, including tree and debris removal, as well as all other general clean-up.
High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)3 years related experience operating and maintaining a variety of specialized heavy equipment and other automotive equipmentOr an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Education/ Experience:
Six months additional training past the high school level
3+ years experience with a variety of heavy earth moving or automotive equipment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of safe work practices and hazards standard to work area
Knowledge in care, operation and maintenance of various power tools and power-driven equipment
Knowledge of City of Garland Standard Construction Details
Considerable knowledge of safety standard practices governing the operation of vehicles
Considerable knowledge of the principles, operation and servicing of heavy equipment
Skill to operate controls for required equipment
Ability to properly use, operate and care for tools, equipment and materials
Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to equipment
Ability to read and understand operator’s manual
Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision
Ability to work in a team environment
Valid Class C Texas Driver’s LicenseValid Class A Texas Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hireThe incumbent works primarily in a vehicle; with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. 8-10 hours drive time on a daily basis in all weather conditions. Must possess sufficient vision to accurately read written and typed documents. Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more several times daily.Adaptability/FlexibilityCustomer ServiceDependabilityQualitySelf DevelopmentTeamworkTechnical SkillsID: 2020-6495 Department Name: Streets Target Hiring Range: Depending on Qualifications External Company Name: City of Garland, TX External Company URL: http://www.garlandtx.gov Street: 1775 Gasoline Alley Post End Date: 12/31/2020 Minimum Education & Work Experience: High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
3 years related experience operating and maintaining a variety of specialized heavy equipment and other automotive equipment
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Licenses & Certifications: Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License
Valid Class A Texas Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hirePhysical Tasks & Working Conditions: The incumbent works primarily in a vehicle; with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. 8-10 hours drive time on a daily basis in all weather conditions. Must possess sufficient vision to accurately read written and typed documents. Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more several times daily.Competencies: Adaptability/Flexibility
Customer Service
Dependability
Quality
Self Development
Teamwork
Technical Skills