Equipment Operator

HKA Enterprises is unable to support C2C. 3^rd party submissions and C2C requests will not be considered for any positions.

HKA is working on behalf of Jacobs and this role is to support Jacobs’ work through HKA.

Responsibilities:

• Performs a wide variety of public works tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of public streets and right-of-ways.
• Operates all types of public works equipment: loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, snow plows, etc.
• This entry-level position involves a period of training and familiarization after which the employee will perform the full duties of the position.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain public streets and rights-of-way, including street signs, pavement markings, trees, and community relation projects.
• Produce a variety of records and reports relating to these activities.
• Perform required labor involved in the construction and maintenance of pavement cutting, crack sealing, base repair, sidewalks, curb, gutter, and wheelchair ramps repair, tree removal, and snow removal.
• Operate, maintain and perform minor repair to light and heavy equipment (backhoe, loader, chainsaws, welders, etc.).
• Perform routine inspection and preventive maintenance of assigned equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools before and after use.
• Report defects or needed repairs to lead worker or supervisor.
• Respond to various customer service requests and report findings to the supervisor.
• Maintain good public relations through courteous and prompt attention to customer complaints.
• Develop and maintain cooperative and respectful work relationships with co-workers and supervisor.
• Use utility locator service prior to any excavation. Follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Complete daily work activities according to work schedules.
• Respond to after hour’s emergencies within 30 minutes.
• May assist other Public Works departments as needed.
• Report public hazards (potholes, fallen street signs, water leaks, etc.) to lead worker or supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Some knowledge of: equipment, materials, supplies, practices, methods, hazards and safety precautions used in street maintenance and road construction; tree maintenance; and heavy equipment operation.
• Able to read, comprehend, and respond to written and verbal instruction.
• Have basic knowledge to operate computer word and spreadsheet programs.
• Previous experience in the street maintenance field Obtain a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements and flagger certification within 12 months of hire.
• Herbicide/pesticide applicator’s license may be required.