Equipment Operator I/II (Streets Maintenance) - City of Cedar Park, TX

Title: Equipment Operator I/II (Streets Maintenance)
Type: Public Works - Operations
Date Posted: April 7, 2021
Organization: City of Cedar Park, TX
Website: Click here for more information or to apply


Description:

The City of Cedar Park is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Equipment Operator I or II to work on the Streets Maintenance Team. 
  • Grades, maintains, patches, seals cracks and resurfaces streets, repairs potholes, repair/replace sidewalks and curbs;
  • Levels streets and other areas, digs and maintains drainage ditches and culverts, tamps, packs, and levels dirt, asphalt, or other material;
  • Assists with sanding and de-icing roadways, bridges and sidewalks during inclement weather conditions;
  • Assists with the set up and take down of road work traffic control areas, sets up barricades at work sites to warn traffic of hazardous areas in accordance to the TXMUTCD;
  • Cuts, collects, and disposes of tree limbs, trash, and general debris found along streets, roads, drainage system, and other city facilities;
  • Installs, maintains, and repairs street signs and pavement markings, paints crosswalks and school zone lines;
  • Works a rotating on-call schedule to address after-hour needs; and
  • Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS for Equipment Operator II:
  • Operates heavy equipment such as an excavator, crack and seal machine, hot mix asphalt lay-down machine, dump truck, back hoe, and light or heavy truck and/or trailer as required and instructed;
  • Operates the street sweeper; and
  • Operates a wood chipper/shredder.

 

Acceptable Experience, Training, Certifications and Licenses

Equipment Operator I:

High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus one (1) year of general maintenance experience, and the ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for lengthy periods of time;
 
or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Equipment Operator II:
High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience as an equipment operator, including experience operating heavy equipment, and the ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for lengthy periods of time;
 
or  any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 Passing the City of Cedar Park Equipment Operator Proficiency Test.
 Backhoe Training Certificate, preferred.
 

Supplemental Information

Equipment Operator I:
Valid Texas Driver's License, with acceptable driving record.
Compensation Range - $15.32 to $18.68

Equipment Operator II:
Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License, with an acceptable driving record.
Compensation Range - $18.62 to $22.71

Job Post Expiration Date April 13, 2023

  All jobs are considered open until filled, unless otherwise posted.