Heavy Equipment Operator II (Austin Parks and Recreation)

City of Austin

2d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee. What Makes the City of Austin Special? Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Value and Innovation : Work in an environment where employees are valued and innovation thrives. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits. Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System. Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure. Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support. Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities. Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration. By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country. Job Description: Heavy Equipment Operator II Purpose: Performs highly skilled construction and maintenance work in one or more specialized programs, incorporating standard construction and maintenance techniques to produce a finished product. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Operates various types of equipment including a track loader, rubber tire loader, backhoe, bobcat, front-end rubber tire loader and skid loader. Drives 12-yard dump truck to haul equipment and hook-up and drive tractor/trailer and truck/trailer rigs to haul equipment and materials. Provides assistance during emergency situations involving flooding and severe weather. Clears channels, creeks bridges/culverts and borrow ditches to minimize flooding. Collects trash in channels and creeks to improve water quality. Cleans storm drain inlets and pipelines. Provides assistance to lead operator in locating utility lines. Provides assistance in radio communication. Installs erosion control devices as instructed by crew leader. Performs preventive vehicle and equipment maintenance to ensure proper operating conditions prior to leaving for the job site (checks oil, water, fuel, tires, hydraulic system, etc., and makes appropriate adjustments) reporting any malfunctions and repair requirements to the supervisor. Performs traffic control set up at the job site to ensure a safe working environment, places and gathers cones, flags, set out traffic signs, etc. Skillfully operates and performs maintenance on variety of equipment and power tools (i.e., pneumatic roller, paint push carts, thermal pushcart, paint stripers, blowers, propane torches, grinders, paint rollers). Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: Train others on the jobsite.

Requirements

Knowledge of the provisions in the Texas Motor Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motorized equipment on public streets and highways.
Knowledge of the Texas Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (TMUTCD) provisions.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Ability to use a surveyor's level to maintain elevation grades on project sites.
Ability to operate and maintain a variety of light and heavy equipment.
Ability to use two-way radios.
Ability to produce finished quality construction with minimum rework.
Ability to train others.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus (4) years' experience in maintenance and/or construction, including (2) years' experience in operation of heavy-duty equipment.
One (1) year of additional related experience may substitute for (1) year of high school up to a maximum of four (4) years substitution.
Licensed for the operation of commercial vehicles in the state of Texas within 120 days of employment. Specific endorsements may be required to be obtained within 120 days of hire.
Must maintain a good driving record.
A Texas Certified Chemical Applicators license may be required in some City of Austin departments.
To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.
Continuous outdoor activity, frequent sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting upper body, climbing, exposure to extreme heat, cold, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor hazards, toxic waste/material hazards, occasional kneeling, crawling, carrying up to ninety (90) pounds, lifting up to ninety (90) pounds. Indoor activity.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating heavy duty equipment, such as motor grader, steel drum roller, skid steer loader, articulating front end loader, backhoe, and farm tractor with attachments.
Experience in establishing grade using laser transit and zip level.
Experience forming, pouring, finishing concrete and using concrete and mortar mixers.
Experience with Concrete Forming and Finishing for drainage.
Experience with Welding Fabrication.
Experience performing traffic control set up at a job site to ensure a safe working environment.
Experience operating commercial vehicles, such as six (6) and twelve (12-18) yard dump trucks with trailer for equipment transport.

Responsibilities

Operates various types of equipment including a track loader, rubber tire loader, backhoe, bobcat, front-end rubber tire loader and skid loader.
Drives 12-yard dump truck to haul equipment and hook-up and drive tractor/trailer and truck/trailer rigs to haul equipment and materials.
Provides assistance during emergency situations involving flooding and severe weather.
Clears channels, creeks bridges/culverts and borrow ditches to minimize flooding.
Collects trash in channels and creeks to improve water quality.
Cleans storm drain inlets and pipelines.
Provides assistance to lead operator in locating utility lines.
Provides assistance in radio communication.
Installs erosion control devices as instructed by crew leader.
Performs preventive vehicle and equipment maintenance to ensure proper operating conditions prior to leaving for the job site (checks oil, water, fuel, tires, hydraulic system, etc., and makes appropriate adjustments) reporting any malfunctions and repair requirements to the supervisor.
Performs traffic control set up at the job site to ensure a safe working environment, places and gathers cones, flags, set out traffic signs, etc.
Skillfully operates and performs maintenance on variety of equipment and power tools (i.e., pneumatic roller, paint push carts, thermal pushcart, paint stripers, blowers, propane torches, grinders, paint rollers).
Train others on the jobsite.