Heavy Equipment Operator III

1314 Avenue K Lubbock, Texas, 79401
  • - $43,638 per year
  • info@governmentjobs.com
  • Full Time
  • 12/10/2024

Summary
Operates and services the heavier types of construction equipment such as backhoe (greater than 5 feet), dump truck, front end loader, skid steer, excavator, valve truck, volumetric concrete mixer, haul truck and other construction equipment of comparable size and complexity.

Essential Functions

  • Operate backhoe (greater than 5 feet), dump truck, front end loader, skid steer, excavator, valve truck, volumetric concrete mixer and other construction equipment of comparable size and complexity.
  • Operate mechanical attachments and equipment on vehicles;
  • Operate pickups and other light equipment when assigned;
  • Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications
Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional 2 year of progressive experience on any of the required equipment listed on this job description; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A Driver’s License

Physical Exam Required

*** Critical Infrastructure: This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components. This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening. ***

Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:

  • Operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment typically used in the construction of water and wastewater for purposes of maintenance and new construction.

Ability to:

  • Operate heavy equipment skillfully and safely;
  • Perform maintenance and service work on trucks and heavy equipment;
  • Make field repairs;
  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Physical Requirements

  • Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;
  • Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds;
  • Walk and stand during a shift;
  • Climb ladders, scaffolding, stairs, poles and inclined surfaces;
  • Continuously push and pull objects;
  • Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
  • Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;
  • Reach above, at or below shoulder height;
  • Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate motorized vehicles and machinery.

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