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Distinguishing Features of Work
This is skilled work operating specialized automotive equipment. Work
usually includes servicing and making minor repairs to equipment
operated. This person may act as crew leader over a small number of
employees to accomplish specific tasks or assignments. A supervisor
gives general directions in routine tasks and special instructions when
changes are made in established procedures.\
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Facility Locations:\
Central Maintenance Facility - 1801 S McLean\
NE Sub Station 2901 E 33rd St N\
West5801 W 3rd St\
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**Work locations and shifts will be determined at hire. Applicants
for this position could be used to fill other vacancies **\
The day and hours for this position: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Bargaining Unit: Service Employee\'s International (SEIU)
**\"Employees within the department or division shall be given first
consideration**
****Posting may close at anytime ****
Examples of Work Performed
- Operates tractors and trucks with special attached equipment such as
power loaders, backhoes, winches, snow plows, and other attachments
used for varied maintenance purposes.
- Operates special equipment used in pavement markings.
- Directs and participates in the operation of a hot asphalt plant.
- Operates equipment in performing street or airport maintenance work,
such as rollers, oil distributors, loaders, pavement breakers, and
screed machine.
- Operates a truck and leads a maintenance crew in maintaining,
repairing and cleaning streets and airport surfaces.
- Performs mechanical maintenance and service work on equipment
operated.
- May act as a backup operator or assistant to an Equipment Operator
III.
- These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
- Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work
- Knowledge of the principles of automotive equipment operation
- May require the ability to lead the work of a small number of
helpers
- May require knowledge of methods used in making concrete, asphalt
and brick repairs; or knowledge of paints, thinners and related
supplies
- May require working knowledge of work zone traffic control
- Knowledge of the tools, methods and materials used in construction
and maintenance activities
- Ability to maneuver into riding machines with two foot steep first
step, and onto frame or fender as required to perform fluid/filter
check daily and other maintenance as needed on vehicular equipment
- Ability to lift and carry up to 90 pounds, or up to 275 pounds with
the assistance of another person
- Ability to sense approaching traffic
- Ability to use a jackhammer and a chainsaw safely and effectively
- Ability to maintain balance and tolerate riding heavy equipment over
rough terrain for long periods of time
- Ability to work outdoors when inclement weather conditions exist
- Ability to tolerate exposure to airborne environmental nuisances
associated with traffic and machine exhaust, open grounds, and
construction
- Ability to tolerate equipment and machinery noise Ability to
continuously perform tasks that require one to push, pull, climb
(ladders and vehicular equipment), bend, twist, reach, stand, and
walk up to half a mile at a time for most of an eight hour shift.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in
writing
- Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver
License with a Tanker endorsement within 60 days from hire.
- This position will require working outdoors in inclement weather
including but not limited to, rain, snow, ice, sleet, heat, and
humidity plus snow and ice removal and/or emergency response
operations that would include operating equipment and vehicles on
overnight shifts, weekends and in low-light and low visibility
conditions, or other adverse weather conditions.
- An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety
of other individuals in the workplace.
Required Experience and Training
One year of experience in the operation of automotive or specialized
equipment used in construction or maintenance activities.
A valid Class A Commercial Driver License with a Tanker endorsement
and without airbreak endorsement within 60 days from hire.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the
need of a sponsorship.
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment
physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory
evaluation of the results of a criminal record check. Must be legally
authorized to work in the United States without the need of a
sponsorship.
Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of
Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.