Highland Park, Texas, United States   (On-Site) · Posted 30+ days ago
$24–$28 / hr
Job Function Public Works/Utilities
Job Type Full-Time
Job Duration Indefinite
Min Education None
Min Experience 3-5 Years
Required Travel 0-10%
Salary $24.37 - $28.03
Salary - Type Hourly Wage

About this role

Operates a variety of construction equipment and trucks utilized in construction, maintenance and repair activities; performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of streets, alleys and storm sewer systems.


Examples of Duties
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
 
Operates trucks, including dump trucks, of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling and unloading of various equipment, materials and supplies.
 
Operates  construction  or  power  equipment,  such  as  backhoe,   air  compressor,  jackhammer, asphalt roller, sand spreader and trencher.
 
Maintains daily work records.
 
Operates other small equipment and tools to maintain street and utility systems. Repairs and replaces concrete sidewalks, curb and gutter, streets and alleys.
Performs digging ditches, repairing potholes, hoisting material, tools, equipment and any related work.
 
Performs routine inspection  and preventive  maintenance  on assigned  equipment  and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment.
 
Performs installation and maintenance of traffic control devices, street name signs, other signs and street marking.
Performs  on-call  duties  to  respond  to  requests  for  services  after  normal  work  hours  and weekends.

Works overtime when necessary, available and responds to after-hour emergencies and call outs when requested.

Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards. Assists other departments as required.

Key Requirements

  • Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Considerable knowledge of equipment operating principles; working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations; working knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in utility maintenance work. Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment. Ability to understand and follow oral or written instruction; ability to read and write in English; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to observe proper safety precautions; ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public; ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions; ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions; ability to work from construction specifications or blueprints. Knowledge and experience in setting forms and finishing concrete for flatwork, driveways and curbs.
  • Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
Job ID: 85500025

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Town of Highland Park
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