Heavy Equipment Operator (Operator 4) Position Available In Iberia, Louisiana

Heavy Equipment Operator (Operator 4) City of New Iberia Municipal Civil Service New Iberia, LA 70560 Overview Depending on area of assignment, positions in this class operate the municipality’s complex excavating equipment; such as backhoe, gradall, excavator, dozer, in the public works and wastewater department, and assist with or operate any other equipment assigned, as well as participate in labor work and/or lead work on construction and maintenance projects.

Representative Tasks:

Drives or transports unit to work area, inspects job site for proper location, safe conditions. Instructs helper if any, in preparing site and machinery, may participate in installing shoring as needed, forms, removal and replacement of pipe, repair of leaks, replacing concrete. Participates in training workers to perform more responsible tasks, including equipment operation. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications:

Literacy and a valid Louisiana driver’s license are required. Must also meet the general requirements of the City’s auto insurance company. Prior experience sufficient to enable safe and efficient operations of respective equipment are desired. Must be a qualified registered voter and must submit voter verification with completed application. Positions in waste water collection are subject to state regulations, which requires certification of qualification by examinations in addition to education and experience for advancement so that Waste Water Collection certifications are highly desired for many positions in this class and require a high school diploma or equivalent.

Essential Functions :

Positions require prolonged sitting in operator’s station of heavy equipment using uncompromised manual dexterity and strength, as well as concentration and attention. Some heavy lifting, climbing, digging, exertion, and working in confined spaces are required since operator must participate in work of crews to which assigned. Tasks require vision of at least 20/40 in each eye and depth perception of 80 seconds of arc or better; hearing and speaking abilities within normal limits. Wastewater — Lifting up to 110 lbs. Public Works — Lifting up to 100 lbs.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $15.20 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Nights as needed Weekends as needed

Work Location:

In person