NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Heavy Equipment Operator I, (A264130-2), 204, Transmission & Distribution
Laredo, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$17.37/hr - $17.37/hr
2+ years expNEOGOV, representing the City of Laredo, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator I for the Utilities Department. The role involves operating light heavy equipment for utility repairs, laying pipelines, and performing maintenance and excavation work.
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Responsibilities
Operates backhoe, graders, and loaders to install, replace, and maintain streets and roads, water utility lines, mains, meters, valves, etc
Cuts and fits pipes above or below ground to specifications necessary to install or repair water lines; assembles the pipe system; installs or replaces manholes, valves, tees, bends, and crosses
Raises, lowers, or moves water lines as needed
Removes sludge from treatment plants utilizing specialized injector tractor; monitors solid buildup and pumps sludge into injecting vehicle
Performs basic maintenance on equipment and tools including washing, changing oil, and greasing
Operates front end loader to pick up debris during construction projects; assists in performing unskilled or semi-skilled labor such as digging ditches, covering ditches, pouring concrete, mowing, and/or trimming trees and shrubs
Performs related work as required
Qualification
Required
At least two (2) years of experience as a heavy equipment operator
A valid Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A or B is required and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
A thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment
All selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment
All persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing
Benefits
10 days of paid vacation per year
6 1/2 days sick leave per year
Pension plan
16 paid Holidays
Paid health
Dental plan
Life insurance
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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