Salary : $39,582.40 AnnuallyLocation : Lubbock, TXJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: H706-4531Department: Water Utilities and Public WorksDivision: 4531 - Paved StreetsOpening Date: 10/26/2024Closing Date: 12/27/2024 5:00 PM CentralSummary 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 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 hirePhysical 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.
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