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Equipment Operator I - Transportation

City of Killeen, TX Killeen, Texas
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August 11, 2023
City of Killeen, TX
Killeen, Texas
FULL_TIME
Job Description

To operate a variety of semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of street, water, sewer, and storm drainage systems.



Essential Duties

CORE COMPETENCIES:



Operates trucks of various sizes and weighs in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies



Operates a variety of contractor’s equipment and trucks utilized in construction maintenance and repair activities



Operates small equipment and tools to maintain streets



Prepares concrete for curbs and gutters



Rakes Asphalt



Places and finishes concrete



Places and applies traffic control devices



Controls traffic at work sites by flagging to guide traffic through work areas, as required or assigned



Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations; possesses and maintains a valid driver’s license and comply with City of Killeen driving policy.



Performs all On-call assignments as outlined in On-Call Schedule and Departmental Policy.



Performs other duties as assigned.


Required Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:



  • Graduation from high school or equivalent, and

  • Six (6) months of experience involving the use of light and medium equipment


Special Requirements:



  • Must have a valid Texas CDL Class B

  • Must have or acquire within thirty (30) days from date of hire all National Institute Management Systems (N.I.M.S.) certifications as required by City and position



Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:



  • Considerable knowledge of light equipment operating principles

  • Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to light equipment operations

  • Working knowledge of the methods, materials, and tools used in street and utility maintenance work

  • Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment

  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

  • Ability to observe proper safety precautions

  • Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, and the public

  • Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions

  • Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions

  • Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance



Tools and Equipment Used


Motorized vehicles and equipment, including backhoe, payloader, excavator, maintainer, skid steer, pneumatic roller, steel wheel roller, 2000 gallon water truck, dump truck, and common hand and power tools, shovels, concrete saw, pick, jackhammer, chain saw, bull float, hand derby, asphalt rake, post hole auger, thermoplastic applicator, wacker packer, plate packer, walk behind roller, walk behind cut saw, weed eater, edger, pole saw, riding and push mower, etc…) and safety equipment as required.



Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell.



The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.



Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



While performing the duties of his job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet / humid, hot, and cold conditions and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and the risk of electrical shock.



The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.



Selection Guidelines

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.



The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.



The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.



At City of Killeen, we are committed to your health and well-being. We are proud to provide you and your family with valuable and significant benefits.

We all work together to make City of Killeen a success, and our teamwork extends to your benefits. Your health and well-being are important to us, so we provide benefit options to make your and your family’s lives better. Together, let’s invest in you.

The City of Killeen offers the following Benefits to full time employees:

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Benefits
  • Medical, Vision Dental
  • Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account
  • TMRS
  • 457 Deferred Retirement Account
  • Short Term/Long Term Disability
  • Accident/ Critical Illness/ Hospital Indemnity Supplemental Benefits
For more benefit information, visit www.killeentexas.gov


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