Operator/Heavy Equipment

City of Bella Vista•Bella Vista, AR

22h

About The Position

The City of Bella Vista (Street department), has immediate openings for full-time a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in maintaining the city's streets and roadways. Qualified individuals will operate a variety of equipment, assuring a safe and well-maintained street system for the city.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
1-year related experience or ability to learn quickly.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.
Ability to work with various tools and equipment.
Must be able to frequently move/lift 25 lbs. - move or lift up to 50 lbs. – possibly move up to 100 lbs.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Will be required to hold current Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or acquire within 120 days of hire.
On-site training availale.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

Operate light and heavy equipment, performing routine, semi-skilled to skilled work in the maintenance and construction of streets, open space, traffic control, signage, striping, and snow plowing. Such equipment will include asphalt rollers, soil compactors, dump trucks, tractors, brush hogs, street sweepers, mowers, and front loaders.
Use power tools such as chain saws, weed eaters, power saws, as well and hand tools.
Fasten attachments to tractors, connect hydraulic hoses, etc.
Grease, oil, and perform minor repairs on heavy equipment.
Some individuals will also mow roadways.