Equipment Operator I/II - City of Cedar Park (TX) : Job Details

Salary: $17.98 - $29.95 HourlyLocation : Cedar Park, TXJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 202400124Department: Field OperationsDivision: DrainageOpening Date: 11/18/2024Closing Date: 12/20/2024 5:00 PM CentralThe City of Cedar ParkThe City of Cedar Park is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Equipment Operator I or II to work on the Streets Maintenance Team. Cedar Park is a well-organized city offering great benefits and perks available on your first day of employment, including:City-subsidized health benefits; life and disability insurance; a variety of voluntary benefits; a robust pension plan with TMRS to set you up for a fulfilling retirement; a down-to-earth casual environment and dress code; and a positive team-oriented culture. This is an excellent time to join our team and truly make an impact in our local community!!! The City of Cedar Park is a vibrant community of 82,220 consistently ranked by the U.S. Census Bureau as one of the fastest growing communities in the Austin metro. Named for a popular park and rail stop in the late 1800s, Cedar Park is now home to two professional sports teams, the Texas Stars AHL hockey team and the Austin Spurs NBA G-league basketball team, as well a growing number of high tech and major manufacturing employers. Cedar Park has several rankings by a variety of sources as one of the Best Cities for Families and one of the Safest Cities in Texas. The Position The City of Cedar Park is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Equipment Operator I or II to work on the Streets Maintenance Team. JOB FUNCTIONS for Equipment Operator

• Grades, maintains, patches, seals cracks and resurfaces streets, repairs potholes, repair/replace sidewalks and curbs.
• Levels streets and other areas, digs and maintains drainage ditches and culverts, tamps, packs, and levels dirt, asphalt, or other material.
• Assists with sanding and de-icing roadways, bridges and sidewalks during inclement weather conditions.
• Assists with the set up and take down of road work traffic control areas, sets up barricades at work sites to warn traffic of hazardous areas in accordance with the TXMUTCD.
• Cuts, collects, and disposes of tree limbs, trash, and general debris found along streets, roads, drainage system, and other city facilities.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs street signs and pavement markings, paints crosswalks and school zone lines.
• Works a rotating on-call schedule to address after-hour needs; and
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS for Equipment Operator II:

• Operates heavy equipment such as an excavator, crack and seal machine, hot mix asphalt lay-down machine, dump truck, backhoe, and light or heavy truck and/or trailer as required and instructed.
• Operates the street sweeper; and
• Operates a woodchipper/shredder.

Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and LicensesEquipment Operator I:High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus one (1) year of general maintenance experience, and the ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for lengthy periods;Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Equipment Operator II:High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus two (2) to three (3) years of experience as an equipment operator, including experience operating heavy equipment, and the ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for lengthy periods; Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Passing the City of Cedar Park Equipment Operator Proficiency Test.Backhoe Training Certificate, preferred.Supplemental Information Equipment Operator I:Valid Texas Driver's License, with acceptable driving recordCompensation Range - $17.98 to $21.93Equipment Operator II:Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License, with an acceptable driving record.Compensation Range - $20.81 to $25.38 Organizational RelationshipsReports to: ForemanDirects: This is a non-supervisory positionOther: Has contact with other city employees and occasionally with the general public Discover Cedar Park: Our 2023 Resident Survey: Tourism site for Cedar Park: Lakeline Park: Bell District Flyover: Join our team of dynamic, talented, and dedicated professionals. We work together, we enjoy serving the community, and we have fun at what we do. Join us today!To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description. The City is an equal opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to each employee and applicant for employment. The City affirms its commitment that there shall be no discrimination against applicants or employees because of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other protected status. The City of Cedar Park strives to provide the best quality of life for its employees, the City provides a number of opportunities for all regular full-time employees to participate in group medical, dental, life insurance and long-term disability programs. Retirement options are provided by the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS). Other programs such as paid vacation time, deferred compensation and educational assistance are also offered. Click here to view our 01 What best describes your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma/ GED
• At least 30 hours of college credit
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

02 Please select the following equipment/ heavy equipment you have experience using.

• I have not used any heavy equipment
• Backhoe
• Dump Truck
• Pump Truck
• Hydro Jet
• Heavy Truck
• Shovel
• Various Hand Tools

03 If you selected other to the question above, please share details below. 04 How many years of experience do you have as an equipment operator performing tasks such as loading, transporting and unloading equipment?

• None
• 1 to 2 years experience
• 3 to 4 years experience
• More than 5 years experience

05 Do you possess a Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

06 This position requires the ability to work a rotating on-call schedule in addition to the assigned shift. (includes holidays and weekends). Are you able to accommodate this work schedule?

• Yes
• No

07 Briefly describe why you want to work for the City of Cedar Park and what makes you the best candidate? Required Question