Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Description Under general supervision, performs specialized skilled work in the operation of motorized heavy equipment. Is responsible for operating equipment in construction, maintenance, and repair projects for the Utilities Department. May supervise maintenance personnel on assigned jobs. Reports to Utilities Maintenance Supervisor. Essential Functions Operates units of motorized heavy equipment involved in the construction and maintenance of areas around water and waste water treatment plants and lift stations, including, but not limited to, front end loader, street sweeper-roller, backhoe, heavy dump truck, side mower, and grader. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks including, but not limited to, grading, mowing, trimming, and removing brush and debris; installing and maintaining water and wastewater systems, utility underground crossings and aerial utility mains, service branches, hydrants, and sanitary sewers; replaces or raises meters and boxes. Performs minor maintenance and related care of equipment used. Transports materials and supplies to various work sites. Locates water and waste water lines for contractors. Attends courses, conferences and seminars to maintain current knowledge of trends in heavy equipment operation; may act as instructor at in-service training sessions. Installs, maintains, repairs and replaces water and sewer lines and auxiliary fixtures such as hydrants, meters and valves. Repairs adjacent landscaping or roadways at completion of project. Locates and exposes utility services in order to prevent damage to equipment and lines. Reads blueprints and engineering schematics to locate water and sewer lines and fixtures. Checks water and sewer lines for breaks and infiltration through the use of flow meters, dye tests, smoke tests, etc. Taps new water and sewer lines into existing lines. May keep written documentation of work hours performed and materials used. Hours of Work Monday- Friday 40 Hours