Equipment Operator I (Streets) - Internal Candidates Only in Grand Haven
Energy Jobline ZR, Grand Haven, MI, United States
*THIS POSTING IS OPEN TO CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEES ONLY*
Performs routine tasks and general construction and maintenance work on the city's full range of infrastructure, including parks, grounds, cemetery, buildings and facilities, seasonal facilities, utilities, streets, and motor pool. The position that is open is in the Streets Division and is only open to eligible current employees.
Essential Job Functions
Performs routine preventative maintenance and repairs according to established schedules on city infrastructure.
Documents results of preventative maintenance and other work in established logs and alerts supervisor to repair needs.
Performs a variety of general cleaning activities on equipment and buildings.
Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs including fueling, lubricating, and cleaning machinery to ensure proper operation.
Removes snow from streets, sidewalks, parking lots, and entrances using shovels, snow‑blowers, tractors, trucks; spreads salt and/or sand to prevent slipping.
Scrapes, sands, and otherwise prepares interior and exterior areas and items for painting and completes painting projects.
Installs city sewer lines and constructs manholes.
Removes damaged sidewalks and curbs; cuts roots, forms, pours, and finishes concrete.
Prepares streets and parking lots for asphalt patching; performs necessary shoveling, racking, and rolling.
Removes dead and diseased trees; removes dead wood and trims trees using hand and power equipment.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Supplemental Job Functions
Repairs and maintains underground sprinkler systems.
Repairs and maintains sewage lift stations.
Cultivates, plants, waters, fertilizes, weeds, edges, and trims lawns and flower beds.
Operates large riding mowers, push mowers, tillers, riding sweepers, tree trimmers, and other light yard equipment when providing ground maintenance.
Operates heavy equipment for training purposes or emergency situations.
Required Education, Training and Experience
A high school diploma or GED is required.
Two to three years of on‑job experience in an equivalent position.
State of Michigan Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the appropriate endorsements (currently tanker and air brake), a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to maintain one throughout employment.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of safe work practices.
Skill in operating heavy and specialized construction equipment to a high degree of difficulty.
Skill in reading grade stakes, blueprints, and specifications in order to perform required work.
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to diagnose and solve mechanical, electrical, and plumbing problems.
Ability to read and write to understand equipment operating instructions and maintain logs and records of work performed related to routine maintenance, installation, and repairs.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail, especially when performing safety‑sensitive tasks, completing preventative maintenance, making repairs, operating motor vehicles and mechanical equipment, and maintaining required logs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Physical demands and work environment are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. The majority of time is spent actively engaged in public works maintenance projects, involving moderate to heavy physical activity and exertion, including heavy lifting. Work sites may have treacherous terrain, fumes, dust, chemicals or other hazardous materials, loud machinery and equipment, and other dangers associated with public works maintenance activities. Physical labor is performed in every type of weather condition, including extremely adverse weather conditions, extreme heat, and severe cold weather. The position may occasionally require working within the confined space of an excavated site or trench. Exposure to bodily fluids, disease agents, and bloodborne pathogens is possible. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
The City of Grand Haven is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Performs routine tasks and general construction and maintenance work on the city's full range of infrastructure, including parks, grounds, cemetery, buildings and facilities, seasonal facilities, utilities, streets, and motor pool. The position that is open is in the Streets Division and is only open to eligible current employees.
Essential Job Functions
Performs routine preventative maintenance and repairs according to established schedules on city infrastructure.
Documents results of preventative maintenance and other work in established logs and alerts supervisor to repair needs.
Performs a variety of general cleaning activities on equipment and buildings.
Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs including fueling, lubricating, and cleaning machinery to ensure proper operation.
Removes snow from streets, sidewalks, parking lots, and entrances using shovels, snow‑blowers, tractors, trucks; spreads salt and/or sand to prevent slipping.
Scrapes, sands, and otherwise prepares interior and exterior areas and items for painting and completes painting projects.
Installs city sewer lines and constructs manholes.
Removes damaged sidewalks and curbs; cuts roots, forms, pours, and finishes concrete.
Prepares streets and parking lots for asphalt patching; performs necessary shoveling, racking, and rolling.
Removes dead and diseased trees; removes dead wood and trims trees using hand and power equipment.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Supplemental Job Functions
Repairs and maintains underground sprinkler systems.
Repairs and maintains sewage lift stations.
Cultivates, plants, waters, fertilizes, weeds, edges, and trims lawns and flower beds.
Operates large riding mowers, push mowers, tillers, riding sweepers, tree trimmers, and other light yard equipment when providing ground maintenance.
Operates heavy equipment for training purposes or emergency situations.
Required Education, Training and Experience
A high school diploma or GED is required.
Two to three years of on‑job experience in an equivalent position.
State of Michigan Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the appropriate endorsements (currently tanker and air brake), a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to maintain one throughout employment.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of safe work practices.
Skill in operating heavy and specialized construction equipment to a high degree of difficulty.
Skill in reading grade stakes, blueprints, and specifications in order to perform required work.
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to diagnose and solve mechanical, electrical, and plumbing problems.
Ability to read and write to understand equipment operating instructions and maintain logs and records of work performed related to routine maintenance, installation, and repairs.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail, especially when performing safety‑sensitive tasks, completing preventative maintenance, making repairs, operating motor vehicles and mechanical equipment, and maintaining required logs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Physical demands and work environment are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. The majority of time is spent actively engaged in public works maintenance projects, involving moderate to heavy physical activity and exertion, including heavy lifting. Work sites may have treacherous terrain, fumes, dust, chemicals or other hazardous materials, loud machinery and equipment, and other dangers associated with public works maintenance activities. Physical labor is performed in every type of weather condition, including extremely adverse weather conditions, extreme heat, and severe cold weather. The position may occasionally require working within the confined space of an excavated site or trench. Exposure to bodily fluids, disease agents, and bloodborne pathogens is possible. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
The City of Grand Haven is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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