Equipment Operator 1

POSITION TITILE: Equipment Operator I

DEPARTMENT: Parks, Recreation & Civic Facilities

DIVISION: Park Maintenance

SALARY: $33,946.00 / $16.32019

CLOSING Until filled

Job Summary/Scope

Operates light to medium machinery in the maintenance of the parks and parkways.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates tractors with hydraulic lifts, arm reach mowers or other attached accessories.
• Operates such equipment as bobcat with all attachments; backhoe, high loader, and mowers.
• Removes snow and ice from park facilities. Trims trees and hauls trash and debris to the landfill.
• Cut and removal of dead or hazardous trees.
• Supervises prison work release inmates occasionally.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Helps in the general maintenance of the park system.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Employee Behavior and Conduct

City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest and respectful.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skills in effective operation of necessary equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety requirements associated with equipment operation.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work at elevated heights up to 70’.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) is preferred.

Material and Equipment Directly Used

Operates a variety of equipment used in routine maintenance, including mowers, trucks, tractors, chainsaws, forklift, bobcat, boom truck and other equipment used in the maintenance of parks. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements

Majority of work is performed in an outdoor setting where weather conditions can vary from extreme heat and cold, with high levels of dust, dirt, fumes, and noise. Physical activity includes prolonged standing, bending, stooping, lifting, walking and uses arms and hands frequently. Must have the ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 to 75 pounds and assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required. One or more years of experience required to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.

Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,

which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.