Salary : $44,886.40 AnnuallyLocation : Brentwood, TNJob Type: Full timeJob Number: 2024-68Department: PUBLIC WORKSOpening Date: 01/06/2025Closing Date: 1/31/2025 4:00 PM CentralDescriptionSeeking candidates for Equipment Operator at the City of Brentwood, TNBrentwood Public Works DepartmentStarting salary is $44,886.40.Up to 5% salary increase after successful completion of probationary period.Plus: Transportation Allowance of $1600/year to be paid over 26 pay periods annuallyandCommercial Driver's License supplement of $2000/year to be paid over 26 pay periods annually for active and valid CDL.The City of Brentwood seeks a dedicated team player to join its Public Works team as an Equipment Operator. The City of Brentwood, located in scenic Williamson County, is considered one of the most desirable suburban locations in Tennessee. The city is known for its strong business community, quality schools, abundant recreational activities, and high standard of living. It sits just south of Nashville and has a population of approximately 46,000 residents. The Equipment Operator will be a part of the Brentwood Public Works Department. Public Works maintains over 500 lane miles of roadway and right-of-way, maintains and replaces street signs, collects brush from each residence once per month, performs right-of-way mowing, and street sweeping. The Public Works Department also maintains the storm sewer infrastructure including culverts, catch basins, and a few hundred miles of open ditch. They maintain 53 traffic signals, the City's fiber optic infrastructure, school flashers, and license plate reading cameras.The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining heavy equipment and providing heavy manual labor associated with road construction and maintenance, drainage, erosion, and signage as part of the Public Works team.Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates heavy equipment and machinery used in street and roadside construction and maintenance, like a small bulldozer, Gradall, tractor, pup roller, back-hoe, single/double axle truck, grapple truck, mower, edger, chipper, chainsaw, and other equipment as required.
- Performs maintenance tasks necessary to keep equipment/machinery in good working condition.
- Provides heavy manual labor functions for landscaping and roadside projects, like cutting trees, spreading salt or gravel, patching roads, removing trash/litter, cleaning ditches/storm drains, sweeping, mopping, cleaning, etc.
- Performs labor-related duties involving bricklaying, pipe laying, sign installation, asphalt repair, right-of-way maintenance, etc.; assists in repairing storm drainage lines as instructed.
The ideal candidate:
- Is someone who enjoys working outdoors.
- Has experience operating various types of equipment, regardless of industry.
- Can work independently and as a team player.
- Has a valid Tennessee Commercial Driver's License or willingness to obtain within six months of hire.
- Is committed to serving the public while becoming a strong member of the Public Works team.
Minimum Training and Experience RequiredHigh school diploma (or GED) required, with one to two years of construction, heavy equipment operation, and maintenance labor experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. A valid Commercial Driver's License is required within six months of hire.Benefits
- Transportation Allowance
- 4/10 Workweek Schedule
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- CDL Supplemental Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Attendance Bonus
- Longevity Bonus
- Health and Vision Insurance (City pays employee's premium and shares cost of dependent coverage.)
- Dental Reimbursement Program
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Retirement (Pension) Program
- Deferred Compensation
- YMCA Membership
- Williamson County REC Center Discounted Membership
- Bank/Credit Union Membership
- Library Membership
- Employee Assistance Program
(ADA) Minimum Qualifications or Standards to Perform Essential Job FunctionsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines, tools, and equipment which includes a heavy motor vehicle, small bulldozer, tractor, pup roller, back-hoe, single/double axle truck, mower, edger, chipper, chain saw, hand tools, mechanic tools, lawn tools, janitorial tools, etc. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. Must be able to exert in excess of one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of fifty pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for very heavy work.DATA CONCEPTION: Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, technical, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to co-workers or assistants.LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires the ability to read a variety of informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures related to the job of Equipment Operator I. Requires the ability to write reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and a well-modulated voice.INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand basic to complex principles and techniques; to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to the job of Equipment Operator I.VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information to supervisors and officials; to explain procedures and policies; and to follow verbal and written instructions, guidelines and objectives.NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages; determine time and weight; and utilize statistical inference.FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with equipment.MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using automated equipment.MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, equipment, control knobs, switches, etc. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.COLOR DISCRIMINATION: Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with people (i.e. staff, supervisors, general public, and officials) beyond giving and receiving instructions such as in interpreting departmental policies and procedures. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency related to the job of Equipment Operator I.PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear).The City of Brentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.The City of Brentwood offers a wide range of employee benefits. to read more.