Town of Smyrna
Equipment Operator
Full-Time
ANNOUNCEMENT DATE: 08/03/2009
CLOSING DATE: 08/17/2009
GRADE 7
STARTING SALARY RANGE $28,140.26 - $30,303.98
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Water & Sewer Maintenance Dept.
Applications are now being accepted for the position indicated
above. Qualified applicants must provide proof of your education and
experience along with your application in order to be considered for the
position. Applications are available in the Human Resources Department at
Smyrna City Hall, 315 S. Lowry St., Smyrna, TN 37167. Applications may be
delivered or mailed to Smyrna Town Hall, or faxed to 615-355-5771. EOE / Drug
Testing Employer.
JOB SUMMARY
The purpose of this classification is to perform manual labor in support of
constructing, maintaining, and repairing water and sewer utility lines. Duties
and responsibilities include uncovering water and sewer lines/mains; removing
and replacing lines/mains; replacing valves; setting meter boxes; occasionally
operating equipment/trucks when needed. Under close supervision, reports to
Distribution/Collection Mechanical Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Prior experience and working knowledge in all aspects of utility construction
preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid Tennessee Drivers License.
• Must posses CDL or be able to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Must be able to wear mandatory safety equipment.
• On call personnel must live within 10 miles of Town limits to handle a
15-minute response time for emergencies in the Town.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific
statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the
work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. While
this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management
reserves the right to revise the job. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Performs a variety of manual labor tasks in support of construction,
maintenance and repair including: digging work areas, moving and removing pipes,
replacing valves, removing and replacing covers; driving and assisting in
installation and repair of utilities; does manual labor as required.
• May do some welding and fabrication.
• Operates the following and other equipment at a as needed: rock saw, back hoe,
trencher, dump truck, bobcat, jet truck, tapping machine, camera truck, and
vacuum truck; performs maintenance checks to equipment operated.
• Makes water taps, installs service lines.
• Repairs sewer blockage, using steel tape or jet truck.
• Flushes hydrants and blow-off valves in accordance with flushing program.
• Assists in conducting backflow testing.
• Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles,
equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting
equipment, checking fluid levels, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning
shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and
safety; reports faulty equipment; reports any issues to Supervisor/Manager.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide coverage in absence of other personnel.
• Other duties as assigned