Equipment Operator II – Streets

Salary: $16.65 – $20.81 Hourly

Location : Mesquite, TX

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 1302003

Department: Streets

Division: Street Maintenance

Opening Date: 07/20/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

GENERAL SUMMARY
Salary: $16.65/hr. minimum – $20.81/hr. midpoint (Depending on qualifications)

To perform a variety of skilled tasks in the operation of equipment for various maintenance activities and operations; and to participate in a wide variety of maintenance and construction work.

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SUPERVISION

• General supervision is provided by a Street Supervisor. May direct the work of Equipment Operator I and Maintenance Workers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
2. Operate a variety of equipment including trucks, backhoes, air compressors, hydro- and jackhammers, concrete saws, rollers, bulldozers, loaders, mud-jack, skid steer loaders and other similar equipment and machinery in conducting maintenance and construction work. Drive as assigned by Supervisor.
3. Inspect and restore equipment fluid levels including oil, fuel, water and transmission fluid; verify operational gauges and tires; lubricate equipment as needed; service and adjust as necessary.
4. Assist with preparing grades and elevations for project construction; participate in finishing project site concrete.
5. Assist with identifying equipment needs for each assigned site; ensure proper materials and tools are available to the project staff when they are needed.
6. Maintain and repair a variety of concrete and asphalt materials including City streets, alleys, and utility piping as assigned.
7. Collect and complete daily schedules; report all daily work to appropriate supervisor. May assist in the timely, accurate and thorough Performance Reviews for supervised employees.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

EXPERIENCE

• One year operating jackhammers, concrete saws, rollers, bulldozers, loaders, mud-jack, backhoes and similar equipment used in maintenance and construction work.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Possession of a valid Class A Texas driver’s license or obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license within 90 days of employment as a condition of continued employment.
• Failure to obtain a Class A driver’s license within 90 days of employment will result in non-disciplinary termination.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Must be available to work 40 hours per week.
• Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• Some overtime and on-call duty as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Full Time Employees:

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, HMO Dental Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.
The City is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans: HSA, High Deductible, HMO, PPO, and EPO Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the City’s self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.
For more information about the City of Mesquite’s employee benefits, please visit:

01

Did a current City of Mesquite employee refer you to apply for this CDL position?

• Yes
• No

02

If yes, please list the FULL NAME of the current City of Mesquite employee who referred you to apply for this CDL position.

03

Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Technical or Community College attendance
• Technical School completion
• Associate’s Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

04

Indicate the level of experience in operating jackhammers, concrete saws, rollers, bulldozers, loaders, mud-jack, backhoes and similar equipment used in maintenance and construction work.PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience must be reflected in the work experience section of the application.

• No Experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months but less than one year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 5 years
• More than 5 years experience

05

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

• Yes
• No

06

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• No, I do NOT work for City of Mesquite.
• Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City.
• Yes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 months.
• No, I have not been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months.

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