Equipment Operator II (Storm Water Management)

Essential Functions: Operates heavy construction equipment such as dump trucks, vacuum trucks, front-end loaders, backhoes, and other mechanical equipment. Participates in the routine daily functions of a stormwater maintenance crew including assisting with cleaning and maintaining stormwater infrastructure, performing manual digging and debris removal, supporting ditch and drain cleaning, loading and unloading materials, setting up traffic control, maintaining BMPs, and helping restore and clean job sites. Supports vacuum truck operations by assisting with the safe setup, operation, and cleanup of equipment used to remove sediment, debris, and blockages from stormwater pipes, catch basins, and drainage structures. Position the truck, manage hoses and vacuum lines, guide excavation and cleaning activities, and ensure debris is properly handled and disposed of. Supports the street sweeping program by assisting with debris disposal, equipment staging, and maintenance activities that help ensure clean streets and proper stormwater system function. Supports the best management practice (BMP) maintenance by operating equipment to remove sediment, debris, and overgrown vegetation from ponds, outfalls, swales, and other BMPs. Assist with dredging, grading, repairing structural components, restoring proper flow paths, and ensuring BMPs remain functional and compliant with stormwater performance requirements. Excavates around damaged stormwater pipes, catch basins, and drainage structures. Operators help install or replace pipe sections, reset or rebuild catch basins, backfill and compact soil, and restore the site to ensure proper function and flow. Supports ditch maintenance by operating equipment to remove sediment, debris, and overgrown vegetation from roadside and off-road ditches. They help shape, grade, and restore ditch lines to ensure proper drainage and flow, assist with clearing blockages, and support erosion control efforts. Transports workers, equipment, and construction materials to and from job sites. Assists with traffic control, site preparation, and basic equipment care, enabling efficient and safe maintenance of the stormwater system. Conducts daily pre- and post-trip inspections to check fluids, tires, lights, hydraulics, and overall equipment condition, documenting any issues to ensure safe and reliable operation. Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on assigned equipment, including checking fluid levels, inspecting hoses and fittings, replacing filters, greasing components, tightening bolts, and cleaning equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation. Reports mechanical issues promptly and assists with basic troubleshooting to prevent breakdowns and extend equipment life. Supports job site operations by helping load and unload tools, materials, and equipment, and assists with cleaning and restoring work sites to ensure safe, organized, and efficient stormwater maintenance activities. Provides direction and basic instruction to helpers, assistants, interns, and temporary employees. Provides courteous customer service to residents at job sites by answering basic questions, addressing concerns, and representing the Storm Water Division in a professional and respectful manner. Provides support during emergency response efforts, particularly during storm, flooding, or snow events, by assisting with debris removal, clearing drainage paths, operating equipment as needed, and helping ensure public safety through rapid stormwater system response. The position requires performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds, working in confined, elevated, or hazardous environments, and performing manual labor such as digging, bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods. Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions and around heavy equipment and active job sites. Requires sufficient hearing to detect equipment alarms, communicate with crew members, and remain aware of job site hazards. Must have adequate vision and depth perception to safely operate heavy equipment, judge distances, read gauges, and perform detailed inspections of stormwater structures and tools. Assists with traffic control at job sites by setting up cones, signs, and barricades, directing vehicles and pedestrians as needed, and ensuring a safe work zone for crew members and the public. Work in adverse weather conditions, including extreme hot and cold temperatures and wet / rainy environments during both emergency and non-emergency conditions. Education/Experience Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. One year of experience in maintenance and operating heavy construction equipment or successful completion of the City apprenticeship program. Additional Information & Requirements Must possess valid Commercial Driver's License. Must provide a copy of Division of Motor Vehicle driving record (obtained within last 30 days) during the interview. Preferred candidate will have Class A CDL. Preferred candidate will have tanker endorsement.

Benefits: Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking. Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization. Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union. Retirement The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant's school of enrollment must be an accredited institution.