Construction Equipment Operator

Hazard Construction • Full-time • Walnut Creek, CA, US • $108.67k - $131.48k / year • 2w ago

THE POSITION

Central San, a progressive public utility, is seeking a Construction Equipment Operator. This position will be assigned to the Collection System Operations Division and will operate various heavy and light construction equipment used in the construction and repair of sewer lines and structures. When not operating equipment, this position serves as a Maintenance Crew Member in the construction, repair, cleaning, and inspection of the sewer collection system and the recycled water system.

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Typical duties include:

Operating sewer construction and maintenance equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, and rollers.
Driving heavy-duty trucks with trailers transporting equipment or other materials.
Repairing, replacing, adjusting, and installing structures such as manholes, rodding inlets, and pressure-relief valves.
Training others to safely operate equipment while conforming to applicable regulations, codes, and standards.
Making operating adjustments, modifications, and minor repairs to equipment.
Working cooperatively as part of a team and dealing courteously with the public.
Using safe working methods, identifying safety hazards, and making recommendations for improved safety.
Working shifts, on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

Two (2) years of full-time experience in the operation of equipment related to the construction and maintenance of systems and facilities similar to those of the District.

Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid California Driver's License. A valid out-of-state driver's license will be accepted during the application process. Must possess a valid California Driver's License within 90 days of appointment.

Possession of a valid California Class A Driver's License with a special endorsement to operate trucks with manual transmissions, air brakes, and bulk liquid loads. Newly hired or promoted employees must meet this requirement prior to successful completion of probationary status.

Possess or be able to obtain a Cal/OSHA mandated boom truck certification within one year of appointment.

Possession of a Grade I Collection System Maintenance Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association Technical Certification Program or must obtain the certificate within the probationary period for the position.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applicants interested in applying for this position must submit a completed District application and supplemental questionnaire available on-line at www.centralsan.org. A resume may be attached but is not a substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire. Responses of "See resume" will notbe considered.

The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process. Human Resources shall determine the examination steps to be used for this recruitment. The steps may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, practical examination, application screening, and/or oral board examination. One or more of these steps may be used and in any order. At the end of the testing process, candidates passing all of the examination steps will have their names placed on an eligibility list. The list is valid for six months and may be extended up to an additional six months at the request of the hiring department. The list may also be used to fill future vacancies in this classification.

Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the examination process. All applicants will be notified of the results of the review process.

Successful candidates not currently employed in regular status by the District must pass a drug screen as part of a pre-employment physical to be considered for appointment.