Equipment Operator

Introduction

Our Public Works Department, Streets Division, is looking for a skilled and motivated Equipment Operator who wants to establish some roots and grow with a great team without the worries of on-again/off-again seasonal work. This is a chance to join a fun fast-paced working environment with a great work-life balance and opportunity for growth.

As an integral part of keeping our City maintained and running, this position will be operating a wide variety of heavy equipment and vehicles such as: Front-end loaders, backhoes, skip loaders, bobcats, street sweepers, asphalt pavers, breakdown and finish rollers, 10 wheel dump truck and more.

The annual salary for this classification is $83,584.32 at the top step, with an additional 4% approved Cost of Living Adjustment effective January 1, 2025.

Additionally, City-paid benefits includemedical, dental, vision, paid vacation, holidays, administrative leave days, sick time, CalPERS retirement contribution, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, annual professional development reimbursement, one week of paid parental leave, and more!All benefits information can be found in our

Benefits Summary.

Position Description and Duties

Under general supervision, performs skilled work in the operation of a wide variety of heavy motorized construction and maintenance equipment, and does related work as required.

The incumbent in this position operates a variety of heavy motorized construction and maintenance equipment and assists work crews in work related to assigned division. May provide technical supervision of field staff.

The ideal candidate will have a valid Class "A" Driver License with a 5th wheel endorsement, be able to perform minor preventive maintenance tasks on heavy equipment, and provide written pre and post operation booklet documentation.

The City of Richmond is the City of Pride and Purpose, and we value those traits in our employees!

The intent of this job specification is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Operates various types of heavy motorized equipment in the construction and maintenance of varied public works projects, including dump trucks, graders, front end loader, excavator, rollers, backhoe, bobcat/attachments, emulsion tank, paver, jackhammers, large field mower, and sweepers.

• Performs daily maintenance on heavy motorized equipment to ensure the equipment is running properly and safely.

• Removes trash, debris, and overgrown vegetation from facilities and private properties.

• Operates equipment in the construction and maintenance of City streets.

• Directs and oversees the work of one or more field staff as required.

• Conducts traffic safety and directs the flow of traffic by utilizing traffic cones, barricades, safety signs, etc.

• Performs related work as required.

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Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED equivalent

• One (1) to three (3) years of experience operating heavy equipment

• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Possession of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record is an ongoing requirement. Depending on assignment, California Class "A" or Class "B" driver's license is required at date of appointment, with airbrakes endorsement and tanker endorsement (street sweeping operations).

Desirable Qualifications

• Equipment Operator Certificate of completion is highly desirable

• Safe Wheel Loader Operation Certificate is highly desirable

• Forklift Safety Certificate of Completion is highly desirable

REQUIRED KSA FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Public works construction and maintenance

• Safety protocols and precautions

Skill in:

• The operation of heavy motorized equipment

• Leadership

• The use of hand and power tools

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Follow oral and written instructions

Additional Information

Application and Selection Process

To Apply:Interested individuals mustapplyonlinebyfully completing the City of Richmond Employment Application, including answers to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications or those lacking in sufficiently detailed information will be rejected. Resumes or prior applications will not be accepted in lieu of a thoroughly completed application. All communication regarding this recruitment will be via email. Each applicant must apply with a monitored email address.

Qualifying Phase:All completed applications will be evaluated based on job-related qualifications criteria, which could include desirable qualifications and the specific needs of the hiring department(s). Candidates may be screened for better qualified.

Performance Exam Phase:The Performance Exam may test a candidate's job-related knowledge, their ability to follow instructions, and other areas as they pertain to the position. A score of 70% or better is require to pass. Rank on the Employment List will be determined solely by test score. (WEIGHTED 100%). Having all of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement nor placement on the employment list.

Employment Eligibility List: A ranking of "A" (Best Qualified), "B" (Well Qualified), or "C" (Qualified) is required to achieve a position on the Employment Eligibility List. This List will be in effect for a maximum of two (2) years; however, the list may be canceled, without notice, after six (6) months.

About the City of Richmond

The City of Richmond lies on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, five miles north of Berkeley and seven miles northeast across the Bay from downtown San Francisco. A hub of multimodal transportation, many of our residents and businesses are located in Richmond because of its central location and easy access to the Amtrak/Capitol Corridor, BART, AC Transit, the ferry, and two freeways (I-80 & I-580). Residents, visitors, and employees enjoy Richmond's numerous recreational opportunities, which include 32 miles of shoreline and over 3,000 acres of shoreline parks, more segments of the Bay Trail completed than any other city, several recreational boat harbors and yacht clubs, and thousands of acres of contiguous inland regional parks and open space. The City has substantial economic resources but is still affordable compared to other Bay Area cities. Our community is welcoming, diverse, and actively engaged.

Richmond is truly the City of Pride and Purpose!

Immigration Reform Control Act

In compliance with the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986, individuals offered employment by the City of Richmond will be required to show documentation of eligibility to work in the United State as a condition of employment.

Non-Discrimination Policy

The City's policy prohibits discrimination against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Disaster Service Workers

California Government Code Title I, Sections 3100 - 3109, declare all public employees to be Disaster Service Workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law. More information can be found here.

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WEBSITE: www.ci.richmond.ca.us

Analyst: R. Paiz

06/2024