Equipment Operator - Dist & Coll

JOB SUMMARY The Equipment Operator is responsible for manual work of a routine nature as a member of a maintenance crew. The work requires heavy physical labor and working outside with noise and varying environmental conditions. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Operates front-end loader, tractor backhoe and other equipment; Operates mowers, string trimmer, blower, edger, chain saw, and yard vacuum; Loads and unloads items such as stone, gravel, dirt, asphalt, pipe, timber and heavy mechanical equipment; Assists in semi-skilled work by handling tools, carrying or lifting lumber, mixing concrete; Performs meter maintenance and exchange duties; repairs leaks, tests and replaces water meters of various sizes; installs new meter service lines for newly developed properties; Assists in the installation of storm drain pipes and construction of catch basins; Maintains and repairs equipment; Performs housekeeping duties on maintenance vehicles and equipment as assigned; and Performs other related duties as assigned.