Heavy Equipment Operator - DPW

Job Description

Agency Summary

The Indianapolis Department of Public Works (DPW) aims to improve residents' quality of life through bettering public spaces and infrastructure, and through providing excellent public services. With a focus on multi-modal connectivity, thriving green spaces, meaningful capital improvements, universal accessibility, and collaborative public and private partnerships, DPW builds and maintains public infrastructure and park land; manages solid waste collection; and keeps the City's entire vehicle fleet rolling. One of the largest city agencies, "Team DPW" commits itself to effective efficient customer service for residents and visitors to Indianapolis. The agency is able to do this by cultivating a productive, collaborative, and compliant work environment in order for our workforce to meet the needs of the constituents of Indianapolis and Marion County.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for providing the operation of all types of construction machinery such as, Asphalt Pavers, Milling Machines, Roller, earth moving equipment and the coordination of the work activities of personnel assigned to assist with construction activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.

• Operate a variety of powered (light and heavy) construction equipment such as, but not limited to: Asphalt Paver, Milling Machines, front-end-loaders, backhoe, lifts, graders, heavy trucks, and other related earth moving equipment.
• Perform minor maintenance services on vehicles and equipment used such as, but not limited to: washing, tightening chains, replacing cables and bolts, checks tire inflation, and lubrication according to the manufacturer's recommended schedule.
• Direct work activities of assigned personnel in executing delegated tasks.
• Enforce job-site safety regulations and standards.
• Assume responsibility for taking appropriate and necessary actions in the event of job related injuries and in the absence of a supervisor.
• Will be required to work overtime as assigned.
• Will be held accountable for all tools, equipment, and materials supplied by the City to perform assigned duties.
• Assists with asphalt patching, crack sealing, concrete work, playground equipment repair, grounds keeping and other related duties.
• Assists with snow removal functions
• Cleans/washes equipment as needed
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
High School diploma or equivalent required. Operate a variety of powered (light and heavy) construction equipment such as, but not limited to: Asphalt Paver, Milling Machines, Roller, front-end-loaders, backhoe, lifts, graders, heavy trucks, and other related earth moving equipment. May be required to perform manual tasks that require lifting and carrying of objects fifty (50) pounds or more. A valid Class A CDL Driver's License is preferred, Class B license required. Knowledge of and work experience in safe and efficient operation of all construction equipment, and ability to provide minor maintenance of such equipment. Working knowledge of applicable traffic laws and regulations regarding the operation of assigned equipment on the public right-of-way. Ability to perform safe and correct procedures for Asphalt Paver, Milling Machines, and related operations according to verbal and written instructions. Ability to read and understand operation manuals, engineering illustrations. Ability to perform all the following assignments: straight pulling, walking, standing and kneeling. Ability to perform mental - muscular coordination. Ability to distinguish colors. Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical. These are the minimum requirements of this position.

If your qualifications meet the requirements of the posted position, your application will be referred to the hiring agency. Once the agency receives your application, all further communication during the interview and selection process will be handled directly BY THE AGENCY. It is IMPERATIVE that you record the contact information of the individual who is scheduling your interview. City-County HR will not have access to this information, is not involved in the interview or selection process, and can only confirm whether an application has been referred. After selection of the successful candidate, an official offer of employment will be made by HR.
Work is performed both inside and outside with exposure to varying weather conditions. May be exposed to intermittent noise, dust, dirt, odors, solvents, heights and confined spaces. Will be required to work overtime.