Information provided by The City of Mineral Wells

JOB TITLE:              EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

DEPARTMENT:      CEMETERY

FLSA STATUS:       NON-EXEMPT

FULL TIME:              YES                SUBJECT TO ON CALL:  YES

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JOB SUMMARY:  Under the direction of the Cemetery Department Supervisor, incumbent is responsible to lead and perform skilled maintenance work in the maintenance and repair of the public cemeteries; and to perform a variety of related maintenance duties as assigned.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  (This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.)

• Ability to deal with people under emotional stress.
• Able to deal with and understand grief.
• Able to set up and tear down funeral set-ups.
• Ability to operate backhoe.
• Able to operate riding mowers, brush hogs.
• Able to pour and finish concrete or the ability to learn to pour and finish concrete.
• Lead and participate in cleaning and maintaining the city cemeteries.
• Haul debris and trash.
• Pick up trash and debris.
• Perform tree-trimming activities along roadways.
• Cut down dead trees and extending branches.
• Cut high weeds along roadways.
• Spray herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers; ensure safe application of chemicals.
• Clean and maintain equipment.
• Mix materials to be used on job assigned.
• Maintain records and log of all work performed.
• Complete work orders on both private and city property.
• Responsible for the efficient and safe operation, care, and appearance of assigned equipment.
• Follows written and oral job instructions.
• Uses good judgment to work safely and use equipment properly.
• Hears clearly and interprets hand signals when working around equipment and in street and alley traffic, using proper safety precautions.
• Serve on standby crew for after hour’s emergency work as required.
• Maintain appropriate uniform appearance and personal hygiene.
• Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment. 
• Work outdoors in temperatures of heat (100° +) and cold, freezing, and inclement weather.
• Exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, and gases.
• Stand, sit, bend, stoop, and crouch for prolonged periods.
• Carry, hold, and lift 100 pounds.  Pull, push, and drag 100 pounds.
• Work overtime, holidays and weekends as required.
• Ability to drive in a safe manner.

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MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner.

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REQUIRED EDUCATION, DEGREES, CERTIFICATES, AND/OR LICENSE:

High school diploma or equivalent (GED). 

Possession of a valid Texas Drivers License and a good driving record.

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EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Three years of increasingly responsible performing grounds maintenance activities.

Knowledge of methods and techniques general maintenance and repair activities related to the area of work assigned.  Knowledge of equipment and tools used in the area of work assigned.  Knowledge of the principles and practices of the techniques of grounds maintenance.  Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

STARTING SALARY $14.71 Hour .

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: 

The City of Mineral Wells offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to health insurance, short and long-term disability, vision and dental insurance, TMRS retirement, incentive pay, vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted on the City’s Application for Employment form, which is available from and returnable to: City of Mineral Wells, P.O. Box 460, 115 S.W. First Street, Mineral Wells, TX. Please call Jennifer Mitchell, HR Specialist at 940-328-7701 for further information.

THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING APPLICATION IS Until Filled.

Applications must be brought to the City Annex, or be postmarked no later than the deadline in order to be considered.

THE CITY OF MINERAL WELLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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