Heavy Equipment Operator I (Street Cleaning)

Summary Operates and services the heavier types of construction equipment such as backhoe (less than 5 feet), mower, dump truck, front end loader, skid steer, salt spreaders and other construction equipment of comparable size and complexity. Essential Functions Operate backhoe (less than 5 feet), mower, dump truck, front end loader, skid steer, salt spreaders and other construction equipment of comparable size and complexity. Maintain and service equipment and trucks; Operate mechanical attachments and equipment on vehicles; Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned; Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Qualifications Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with a preference of experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Valid TX Driver License

Commercial Driver License (CDL) within one year of hire

Physical Exam Required

Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of:

Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in construction or maintenance activities.

Ability to:

Operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely to assist in maintenance of streets, alleyways and maintain other city right of way;

Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment;

Make field repairs;

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Assist during times of inclement weather running snow equipment during Emergency Operations

Ability to be on call after the hours on a rotational basis.

Physical Requirements

Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;

Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds;

Walk and stand during a shift;

Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, poles and inclined surfaces;

Continuously push and pull objects;

Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;

Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;

Reach above, at or below shoulder height;

Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate motorized vehicles and machinery.

Application must be submitted online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock . Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock .