Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description:

Heavy Equipment Operator

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Town of Prosper is currently seeking qualified and dedicated individual
for the position of:

Heavy Equipment Operator.

Hiring Range: $47,199.25 - $55,212.40

Retirement Benefits (TMRS), 2-to-1 Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Effective Within the First 35 days of Employment
Flex Scheduling Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Benefits

Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in water/wastewater system maintenance, repair and/or construction.
• High School Diploma or completion of a GED.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Possession of a valid Class A CDL license and/or obtain within six months of employment.
• Possession of a Class II Wastewater Collection license and/or obtain license within one year.
• Possession of a Class C Water Distribution license and/or obtain license within one year.

Under general direction and supervision, the Heavy Equipment Operator performs semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of the Town water and wastewater lines and related facilities. Operates and safely uses heavy equipment in the performance of various assigned tasks.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction and supervision from the Water/Wastewater Crew Leader. May exercise limited functional and technical supervision over subordinate maintenance staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

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WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job.

• Regularly works in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat.
• Regularly works near moving mechanical parts.
• Regularly exposed to vibration.
• Occasionally works in high, precarious places and with explosives.
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation.
• Noise level is from moderate to very loud.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Town Council has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

The Town of Prosper, Texas, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources and/or the Town Manager.
PROSPER'S PURPOSE - PROSPER IS A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS

Salary:

$22.69 - $26.54 Hourly