Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION
CITY OF JOPLIN

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

TITLE: EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC WORKS

DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, performs skilled work in the operation of light and medium maintenance and/or construction equipment, and performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks.

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
THE FOLLOWING DUTIES ARE NORMAL FOR THIS TITLE. THESE ARE NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS EXCLUSIVE OR ALL-
INCLUSIVE. OTHER DUTIES MAY BE REQUIRED AND ASSIGNED.

• Attendance and dependability.

GENERAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
WHILE FOLLOWING TASKS ARE NECESSARY FOR THIS POSITION, THEY ARE NOT AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE DUTIES

OF THIS POSITION AND MAY ALSO BE PERFORMED BY OTHER EMPLOYEES.

• Operates light and medium construction/maintenance equipment such as oil distributer, boom truck, street sweeper, steel wheeled roller, dump truck, tractor mower, backhoe, sewer rodder, and light grader.
• Performs operator repairs on equipment and reports the need for major repairs to supervisor; checks and maintains fluid levels, and refuels equipment as necessary.
• Drives equipment to and from the work site.
• Operates a variety of heavy power tools and equipment such as jackhammer, chainsaw, riding lawnmower, tamping machine, air compressor, and power sprayer.
• Performs operator maintenance as needed.
• Equipment and tools are used to maintain streets and alleys, open and close grave sites, and maintain sewer system.
• May perform a variety of manual labor tasks as needed for the efficient, effective completion of assigned projects

OTHER TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description shall not to be construed as an exclusive or all inclusive list of the duties associated with this position.
• The supervisor may on occasion assign other duties which are not specifically listed in this job description, provided the employee is qualified and certified/licensed to perform these additional functions.

GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
LANGUAGE ABILITY AND INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION

• Skill in understanding and following oral and written instructions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other City employees and the public.

MATHEMATICAL ABILITY

• Knowledge of principles, practices, methods and materials used in construction, maintenance, and/or sewer cleaning work.

JUDGMENT AND SITUATIONAL REASONING ABILITY

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT APPROVED
CITY OF JOPLIN

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions for operating light and medium construction/maintenance equipment.
• Skill in operating and maintaining a variety of light and medium maintenance and/or construction equipment.
• Skill in operating and maintaining assigned heavy power tools and equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires high levels of standing, bending, twisting, squatting, and carrying; medium to heavy lifting may be required for specific positions.
• Manual dexterity to such a degree as to allow proper assembly, maintenance, and operation of job related equipment such as specialized maintenance tools, snow plow equipment, or specialized vehicles.
• Must be sighted, hearing, and mobile to such a degree as to not compromise safety rules or the safety of self/others while working.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• Knowledge of relevant traffic laws and regulations.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent and experience equivalent to two years full time light or medium construction/maintenance equipment operation.
• Must possess a valid Missouri CDL at the level required for the equipment operated.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to successfully complete a thorough background check, and successfully complete a physical exam and drug test.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29,242.00 - $31,653.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends
• On call
• Overtime

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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