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Equipment Operator - Dump Truck

cityoffortworthWaterloo, IA

💰 $19.74 – $24.67/hrFull-timeconstructionmaintenance and facilitiestransportation and cdl

Quick Summary

Equipment Operator position with Fort Worth Water operating dump trucks and supporting water/wastewater infrastructure maintenance and repair.

Skills & Keywords

CDLDump Truck OperationWater InfrastructureHeavy Equipment

The Equipment Operator job responsibilities include

Working Conditions and Physical Demand

Depending on the assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, repetitive motions, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling, and lifting; depending on assignments. Incumbents may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, intense noises, gases, vibrations, chemicals, oils, and workspace restrictions.

Heavy Work – Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up-to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

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Conditions of Employment

The City of Fort Worth is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of the City to recruit, hire, train and promote a diverse workforce without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or another non-merit factor.

The City of Fort Worth is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

Candidates who do not meet the Education requirement, may be considered if they have more relevant work experience than the position requires. Those selected for employment will be required to pass Pre-Employment checks depending on the position requirements. Those could include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug screen, education verification, etc. criminal convictions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Employees are paid by direct deposit only.

Operate Dump Trucks & Equipment: Safely load, transport, and unload heavy equipment and materials using dump trucks and other motorized equipment
Water & Wastewater Systems: Assist with the construction, repair, maintenance, and inspection of water and wastewater piping systems
Physical Labor: Perform manual labor as needed for the installation, repair, and maintenance of water infrastructure, including digging trenches, laying pipe, and handling materials
Adhere to Safety Standards: Ensure all work is performed in compliance with established safety regulations, procedures, and policies
Field Support: Assist with a variety of field operations, including equipment maintenance, traffic control, and general construction tasks to support the ongoing success of the team
Tools & Equipment Operation: Use a variety of hand tools and motorized equipment for construction, maintenance, and inspection tasks
Material Handling: Efficiently load and unload materials, equipment, and tools on-site

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED (REQUIRED)
A valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class A with an acceptable driving record
One (1) year of professional experience operating motorized equipment, including dump trucks with trailers
Ability to successfully pass a test-out assessment on heavy equipment during the interview process
Ability to obtain a TCEQ Water Distribution Class D or Wastewater Collection I license within 12 months of hire (requires passing a written test and criminal background check)
Flexibility to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed, including participating in an on-call rotation schedule
Ability to pass a physical examination, drug screen, and education and background verification
Must be comfortable working outdoors in extreme weather conditions and lifting up to 100 pounds
At least two years of experience in construction, utility repair, fieldwork, or maintenance
Prior experience in utilities work
Previous experience with water or wastewater systems