Between $23.04 and $30.05 Per Hour Streets Equipment Operator III City of Athens

Occupation:

Construction and Related Workers, All Other

Location:

Athens, AL - 35611 Positions available: 1 Job #: 3821136 Work At Home option: No

Posted:

12/27/2024

Updated:

12/31/2024

Expires:

2/25/2025

Source:

alabamaworks.alabama.gov

Site:

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Posting Date:

11/25/2024

Closing Date:

1/31/2025

Classification:

Non-exempt Grade:

10, 12, or 14 (dependent on experience and skills)

Streets Equipment Operator III:

Grade 14

Base Hourly:

$23.04/hr.--$35.05/hr.

Base Annual:

$47,923.20--$72,904.00

JOB SUMMARY:

This position operates heavy equipment in the construction, maintenance, and repair of city streets and related infrastructure. An incumbent in this position may be designated "Equipment Operator II" or "Equipment Operator

III.' MAJOR DUTIES

Operates a variety of equipment, including backhoe, asphalt roller, track hoe, track loader, road grader, mini excavator, dump truck, etc. Participates in the maintenance and repair of city streets; patches potholes. Cleans waterways and drainage systems; replaces tiles under roadways. Responds to weather events to assist with snow and ice removal and to remove limbs and trees from streets and rights-of-way. Installs traffic control devices at work sites. Assists with landscaping and grounds maintenance at city buildings. Assists with concrete work; builds forms; pours and finishes concrete. Repairs and builds sidewalks. Transports equipment, materials, and supplies to and from work sites. Operates a variety of hand and power tools, including chainsaw, demolition saw, rakes, and shovels. Operates a variety of grounds maintenance equipment, including mowers, leaf blowers, weed eaters, etc. Performs related duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

18 year or older. High School Diploma, GED and/or equivalent work experience. Valid Alabama Driver's license. Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations. Sufficient experience usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. Equipment Operator II requires a commercial driver's license or ability to obtain. Equipment Operator III requires a Class A endorsement or ability to obtain.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Knowledge of street construction, maintenance, and repair principles. Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance principles. Knowledge of grounds maintenance principles. Knowledge of concrete finishing principles and practices. Knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations. Skill in the operation of a variety of heavy equipment. Skill in problem solving. Skill in prioritizing and planning. Skill in interpersonal relations. Skill in oral and written communication.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

The work consists of related equipment operation duties. Heavy traffic and inclement weather contribute to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to operate equipment in the construction, maintenance, and repair of city streets and related infrastructure. Success in this position contributes to the provision of a safe, well-maintained, and efficient street system.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, distinguishes between shades of color, and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity. The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves. Physical strength, ability, and mobility to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodation. Must be willing to work overtime, non-standard work hours, holidays, shifts, and weekends as necessary. Must be willing to be on-call. City Application Required. Apply at City of Athens Human Resources, City Hall Municipal Offices, located at 200 W. Hobbs St., Athens.

Inquiries:

256-233-8737 or City website www.athensal.us . The City of Athens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all facets of the Americans with Disabilities Act. All reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants. The City is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen and physical required. The City of Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services, programs, or activities. Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window.