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    Heavy Equipment Operator - San Antonio, United States - San Antonio Water System

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    Salary :
    $47, $81,858.00 AnnuallyLocation : San Antonio, TX

    Job Type:
    Full Time

    Job Number:
    Department: Distribution & Collection Operations
    Opening Date: 05/03/2024
    Closing Date: 5/19/2024 11:59 PM CentralGrade 17:

    Starting Hourly Rate:
    $ Rate of pay depends on qualifications. Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for performing a variety of labor duties to include operating and transporting heavy and specialized equipment for the repair, construction, and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection system. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSOperates and maintains a variety of heavy and specialized equipment such as dump truck, front-end loader, skid loader, backhoe, compact excavator, and trencher and specialized equipment such as crane truck (approximately 20-ton), grader, track excavator, bulldozer, and track loader.
    Excavates and backfills trenches in order to complete repairs.
    Transports equipment, tools, and materials to and from job sites.
    Loads and unloads materials from trucks.
    Stocks vehicle with necessary equipment and material.
    Cleans, organizes and maintains facilities, tools and equipment.
    Updates work orders in computerized maintenance management system to document service performed or completed.
    Observes and promotes all established safety procedures.
    Interprets as-built drawings, schematics, block maps and construction plans.
    Assists with set-up of work zone barricades and signs for traffic control.
    Conducts inspections of equipment and reports mechanical concerns/issues for repair.
    Assists in training crew on proper usage of tools and equipment.
    Provides training for Texas Class "A" commercial driver's license.
    Provides guidance to crew in the absence of the Foreperson. May perform manual labor work related to maintenance and construction.
    Performs other duties as assigned. DECISION MAKINGThis position receives general supervision.

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSHigh School Diploma or GED.Three years' experience operating heavy equipment in the construction, water, wastewater or similar work environment.

    Valid Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver's License.
    Position specific physical testing.
    Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules. JOB DIMENSIONSKnowledge of operating characteristics, maintenance requirements, and safety procedures for equipment being operated.
    Knowledge of excavation, confined space, high pressure, electrical, and other safety hazards found in a construction environment.
    Knowledge of SAWS safety practices and procedures, including traffic control.
    Ability to operate light to heavy equipment.
    Ability to recognize malfunction in equipment being operated.
    Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
    Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position.
    Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.
    Ability to operate a computer and use job related applications.
    Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, general public, and contractors.


    List of Equipment:


    The following equipment is currently considered to be generally appropriate for this position, but additional equipment not on this list that is typically used in repair, construction, and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection system may be required.

    TruckPipe ClampsJack HammerCopper Tubing RollsTrailerProbe BarShoring Boards & JacksBackhoeShoring PumpExcavatorsWhacker TampSkid LoaderHole HogFront End LoaderAssorted Size LaddersTrack LoaderAssorted Size ShovelsTrencherHammersDozerWater Trench Pump & HoseCrane TruckMaul & Other Hand ToolsRock SawPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSPhysical requirements include lifting/carrying up to 90 pounds occasionally; pushing a maximum force of 100 pounds; pulling a maximum force of 100 pounds.

    Subject to standing, sitting, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope.

    Requires visual acuity and speech and hearing.

    Working conditions are primarily outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather; wastewater; mechanical, electrical, chemical and confined space hazards; offensive fumes; excessive noise; heavy traffic; deep excavations; and animals, snakes and poisonous insects.

    May be required to comply with requirements as specified in applicable regulations for personal protective equipment, including clearance for use of respiratory protection and other associated equipment.

    Operates a company vehicle daily. Required to work hours other than regular schedule such as days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call and rotating shifts.
    San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits.

    The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.

    From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS.


    Employee benefits include the following:
    Competitive, market-based salaries Performance-based incentives Medical benefits Dental benefits Life insurance Prescription drug program Vision care plan Two retirement plans Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)

    Disability income Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal) Education assistance program Employee assistance program Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts Wellness programs On-Site Fitness Facilities Community service opportunitiesClick on the link for additional information regarding benefits: 01 *Which best describes your highest level of education? I do NOT have a High School Diploma/GED I have a High School Diploma or GED I have some college hours (less than 60 credits)


    I have an Associate's Degree or equivalent amount of credits (60 credits or more) I have a Bachelor's Degree I have a Master's Degree or higher I have a Juris Doctorate 02 *If you attended college, indicate college hours completed, degree type, and major.

    03 Heavy Equipment Operator
    • How many years of experience do you have operating heavy equipment in the construction, water, wastewater or similar work environment? No experience Less than 3 years of experience Between 3 and 5 years of experience 5 or more years of experience 04 Heavy Equipment Operator
    • Describe your experience in operating heavy equipment in the construction, water, wastewater or similar work environment.
    If no experience, enter N/A. 05 Heavy Equipment Operator - Do you have hands on experience with a Cab-Over 20 Ton Crane Truck with Delivery deck? Yes No 06 If you answered yes to the question above, please provide details of your experience level with that piece of

    Heavy Equipment:
    07 Heavy Equipment Operator - Do you have hands on experience with running a Combo-Truck being used to Hydro-Excavate a work site? Yes No 08 If you answered yes to the question above, please provide details of your experience level with that piece of

    Heavy Equipment: 09 Heavy Equipment Operator - Do you have hands on experience with driving and operatoring a Tractor Lo-Boy for delivering Heavy Equipment to a job site? Yes No 10 If you answered yes to the question above, please provide details of your experience level with that piece of

    Heavy Equipment: 11 Heavy Equipment Operator - Do you have hands on experience with operating a Bull Dozer of any size? Yes No 12 If you answered yes to the question above, please provide details of your experience level with that piece of

    Heavy Equipment: 13 Heavy Equipment Operator - Do you have hands on expereince with operating an Excavator (Regular, Medium, or Large)? Yes No 14 If you answered yes to the question above, please provide details of your experience level with that piece of

    Heavy Equipment: 15 Heavy Equipment Operator - Do you have hands on experience with operating any Heavy Equipment not listed above? Yes No 16 If you answered yes to the question above, please provide details of your experience level with that piece of

    Heavy Equipment: 17 *Do you have a valid Texas driver's license? If so, what type of driver's license do you have? Class C Class CDL
    • B Class CDL
    • B w/Tanker Class CDL
    • B w/Tanker Hazardous Material Class CDL
    • A Class CDL A w/Tanker Class CDL A w/Tanker Hazardous Material I do not have a valid driver's license.
    I have a valid driver's license from another state. Required Question


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