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POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Equipment Operator II

Department: Public Works

Division: Storm Water

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Retirement: KPERS

Effective Date: January 1, 2023

GENERAL PURPOSE

Work primarily supports the maintenance of and repair of all City storm water/sewer structures.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the direct supervision of the Street Foreman and the general supervision of the Operations

Superintendent.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Will be required to work as lead crewmember and assist to coordinate, instruct, supervise and evaluate

the work of Storm Water EOI, KSP inmates and temporary laborers and will serve as indirect line of

reporting to these positions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Note: Important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following)

? Shall perform skilled and semi-skilled task while completing assigned daily duties.

? Repairs and maintains storm drainage structures per issued work orders and/or as observed through

field observation.

? Operates trucks and construction power equipment such as, storm sewer truck with boom, skid steer,

loader, backhoe, dump truck (and snow plows), air compressor, pneumatic hammers, portable

electrical generator and sump pumps.

? Performs preventative maintenance inspection of all assigned equipment; troubleshoot equipment

malfunction and repairs.

? Maintains accountability and control of all assigned equipment.

? Controls traffic at work sites in accordance with established work zone control safety standards.

? Performs other duties such as snow and ice control and storm damage recovery.

? Reports deficiencies for repairs beyond operational capabilities.

? May perform routine inspections related to land disturbance permits and erosion control measures

and maintains related records.

? Must be capable of working and solving problems independently.

? Maintains and monitors a safety culture in accordance with City policy to minimize accidents,

injuries and property damage. Oversees the safety of assigned operations by instructing individuals

in proper safety procedures and/or reporting violations of safety policies.

? May perform or assist in accident investigations.

? May perform other duties as assigned.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

? Must deal tactfully and courteously with the general public and fellow employees.

? Assists the Street Division when needed.

? May serve as a member of various employee committees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education 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, drainage functions and/or construction

equipment operation with a minimum of six (6) months experience in each of these areas; and

(E) Possess a valid drivers license at time of application (and maintain for duration of employment) and

meet insurability standards under fleet insurance policy.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

(A) Knowledge of storm water functions, repair and maintenance procedures and techniques. Basic

knowledge of light to heavy-equipment operating principles; Working knowledge of the hazards and

safety precautions common to light to heavy equipment operations; Working knowledge of the

materials and tools used in storm water/sewer maintenance work.

(B) Working knowledge of street repair and drainage principles and procedures, to include asphalt repair,

crack sealant and chip/seal procedures; Working knowledge of utilization of transit/level and capable

of determining elevations and grades.

(C) orking knowledge of Work Zone Safety Procedures in accordance with the Federal Manual of

Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), State and City requirements.

(D) Skill in safe operation and maintenance of listed equipment and tools.

(E) Ability to work with masonry and concrete repair procedures and techniques; Ability to estimate

quantities of material(s) needed; Ability to read & comprehend construction drawings.

(F) Ability to withstand prolonged exposure to variable weather conditions; Ability to perform manual

tasks involving physical strength (lifting up to 80 pounds) and endurance under variable weather

conditions ranging from extreme cold to extreme heat.

(G) Ability to supervise and effectively utilize assigned personnel.

(H) Ability to read and comprehend written instructions to include understanding oral instructions;

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