Storm Water Equipment Operator II

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For moreinformation, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13552197Position DescriptionPosition Title: Equipment Operator IIDepartment: Public WorksDivision: Storm WaterFLSA: Non-ExemptRetirement: KPERSEffective Date: November 6, 2024GENERAL PURPOSEWork primarily supports the maintenance of and repair of all City stormwater/sewer structures.SUPERVISION RECEIVEDWorks under the direct supervision of the Operations Superintendent.SUPERVISION EXERCISEDWill be required to work as lead crewmember and assist to coordinate,instruct, supervise and evaluate thework of Storm Water EOI, KSP inmates and temporary laborers and willserve as indirect line ofreporting to these positions.Essential Duties And Responsibilities(Note: Important duties and responsibilities may include, but are notlimited to, the following)Shall perform skilled and semi-skilled task while completing assigneddaily duties.Repairs and maintains storm drainage structures per issued work ordersand/or as observed throughfield observation.Operates trucks and construction power equipment such as, storm sewertruck with boom, skid steer,loader, backhoe, dump truck (and snow plows), air compressor, pneumatichammers, portableelectrical generator and sump pumps.Performs preventative maintenance inspection of all assigned equipment;troubleshoot equipmentmalfunction and repairs.Maintains accountability and control of all assigned equipment.Controls traffic at work sites in accordance with established work zonecontrol safety standards.Performs other duties such as snow and ice control and storm damagerecovery.Reports deficiencies for repairs beyond operational capabilities.May perform routine inspections related to land disturbance permits anderosion control measures andmaintains related records.Must be capable of working and solving problems independently.Maintains and monitors a safety culture in accordance with City policyto minimize accidents, injuriesand property damage. Oversees the safety of assigned operations byinstructing individuals in propersafety procedures and/or reporting violations of safety policies.May perform or assist in accident investigations.May perform other duties as assigned.PERIPHERAL DUTIESMust deal tactfully and courteously with the general public and fellowemployees.Assists the Street Division when needed.May serve as a member of various employee committees.Minimum QualificationsEducation and Experience:\(A\) Be at least 18 years old at time of hire; and\(B\) Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and\(C\) One year of experience with supervisory skills; and\(D\) 3 to 5 years of documented experience in street repair, drainagefunctions and/or constructionequipment operation with a minimum of six (6) months experience in eachof these areas; and\(E\) Possess a valid drivers license at time of application (andmaintain for duration of employment) andmeet insurability standards under fleet insurance policy.\(F\) Must obtain Class B CDL certification within one (1) year of hireand maintain for duration ofemployment.Effective 7/1/2025 Must obtain Class A CDL with air brake certificationwithin one (1) year ofhire and maintain for duration of employmentNecessary Knowledge, Skills And Abilities\(A\) Knowledge of storm water functions, repair and maintenanceprocedures and techniques. Basicknowledge of light to heavy-equipment operating principles; Workingknowledge of the hazards andsafety precautions common to light to heavy equipment operations;Working knowledge of thematerials and tools used in storm water/sewer maintenance work.\(B\) Working knowledge of street repair and drainage pri nciples andprocedures, to include asphaltrepair, crack sealant and chip/seal procedures; Working knowledge ofutilization of transit/level andcapable of determining elevations and grades.\(C\) Working knowledge of Work Zone Safety Procedures in accordancewith the Federal Manual ofUniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), State and City requirements.\(D\) Skill in safe operation and maintenance of listed equipment andtools.\(E\) Ability to work with masonry and concrete repair procedures andtechniques; Ability to estimatequantities of material(s) needed; Ability to read & comprehendconstruction drawings.\(F\) Ability to withstand prolonged exposure to variable weatherconditions; Ability to perform manualtasks involving physical strength and endurance under variable weatherconditions ranging fromextreme cold to extreme heat.\(G\) Ability to supervise and effectively utilize assigned personnel.\(H\) Ability to r