Equipment Operator (DCOPS) - Construction Group (Eligible for Hiring/Retention Incentive)

Job Summary: The Equipment Operator is responsible for performing a variety of labor duties to include operating and transporting light to heavy equipment for the repair, construction, and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection system. This job has an automatic progression plan. An employee hired as an Equipment Operator will automatically advance to Senior Equipment Operator upon reaching 5 years of continuous experience as an Equipment Operator with SAWS.

Essential Functions: Operates and maintains medium to heavy equipment such as dump truck, front-end loader, skid loader, backhoe, compact excavator, trencher, and mobile concrete mixing truck. Excavatesandbackfillstrenches inordertocompleterepairs. Transportsequipment, tools, andmaterialstoandfromjobsites. Loadsandunloadsmaterials fromtrucks. Stocks vehiclewith necessaryequipment andmaterial. Cleans, organizesandmaintains facilities, tools andequipment. Observesandpromotesallestablishedsafetyprocedures. Interpretsas-builtdrawings, schematics, blockmaps, andconstructionplans. Assistswith theset-upofwork zonebarricadesandsigns fortrafficcontrol. Conductsinventoryoftools, equipment, andmaterials. Conductsinspections ofequipment andreportsmechanical concerns/issues for repair. Mayprovidetrainingontheproperusageoftools andequipment. MayprovidetrainingforTexasClass A commercialdriverlicense. Mayprovideguidancetocrewin theabsenceof theForeman. Mayperformmanual laborworkrelatedtomaintenanceandconstruction. Performsother dutiesasassigned. Decision Making This position receives immediate supervision.

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED. Six months’ experience operating equipment in the construction, water, wastewater or similar work environment. Pass position specific physical testing. Valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver License. Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules. Job Dimensions Knowledge of operating characteristics and safety procedures for equipment being operated. Knowledge of materials, tools, and equipment commonly used in construction. Knowledge of excavation, confined space, high pressure, electrical, and other safety hazards found in a construction environment. Knowledge of SAWS safety practices and procedures, including traffic control. Ability to operate light to heavy equipment. Ability to recognize malfunction in equipment being operated. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position. Ability to work under adverse weather conditions. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and general public. List of Equipment The following equipment is currently considered to be generally appropriate for this position. Additional equipment not on this list must be of similar size, weight and complexity. Truck WaterTrenchPump&Hose Trailer Maul &OtherHandTools Jack Hammer Shoring Boards & Jacks Shoring Pump Whacker Tamp Hole Hog Assorted Size Ladders Assorted Size Shovels Hammers Pipe Clamps Copper Tubing Rolls Probe Bar Backhoe Compact Excavator Skid Loader Front End Loader Trencher Work Location Eastside Service Center - 3930 E. Houston St., San Antonio, TX 78220 Westside Operations Center - 2903 Hunt Lane, San Antonio, TX 78245 Physical Demands and Working Conditions Physical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 90 pounds occasionally; pushing a maximum force of 100 pounds; pulling a maximum force of 100 pounds. Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope. Requires visual acuity and speech and hearing. Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects. May be required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated equipment. Operates a company vehicle on a daily basis. Required to work hours other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call and rotating shifts.