Senior Equipment Operator - Streets

Operates heavy equipment in support of Public Works maintenance operations; participates in maintenance activities relative to area of assignment; and performs other related duties as required.

Works under the general supervision of the Field Supervisor.

• Follows well-established procedures and methods. Operates a bulldozer, front end loader, drag line compactor, motor grader, backhoe, scraper pan, roller, asphalt lay down machine, etc.
• Operates equipment for such things as digging pits, pushing down trees, stockpiling gravel sand and dirt, cutting subgrade, landscaping, burning and burying waste materials, cleaning drainage channel, grading roads, etc.
• Performs maintenance service and makes minor field repairs on equipment, ensures that equipment is secure at the end of each work shift.
• Promotes a safe work environment.
• May serve as or act on behalf of the crew leader in his/her absence as required.
• Answers Duty Phone on weekends.
• Attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Exhibits the City of Harker Heights' Core Values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED. Driving record must be such that employee is insurable to drive City vehicles. Requires a valid Texas CDL-A license. Two (2) years experience in similar area of employment or display proficiency in heavy equipment operation. Work related experience equal to acceptable proficiency levels in required knowledges. Skills and/or abilities are acceptable substitutes for the above specified education and experience requirements.