Heavy Equipment Operator

Position Summary

Under general supervision, work independently on the operation of heavy construction equipment used in Denver Water operations. Operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment and machinery, excavating, and materials handling equipment, backhoes, excavators, loaders, motor graders, dozers, cranes, dump trucks, boring machines, sweepers, snow cat, snowmobiles, bobcat, deck mowers, and boom mower.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have formal supervisory responsibilities over other employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation of all equipment on respective departmental job sites. Lubricate, maintain, and repair equipment during use.
• Perform finish grading and earthwork.
• Perform building and ground maintenance including mowing, irrigation maintenance, painting, basic building repair, fence repair, and installation.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to new equipment operators as needed.
• May act as lead of a crew while operating equipment.
• Use knowledge of state highway rules and regulations about loads, lengths, and widths. Use pertinent information from the Engineering Standards and Operating Rules.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs on equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Perform excavation and backfilling of trenches, install pipes, valves, and other components, and ensure proper compaction of soil to meet project requirements.
• Use a variety of tools and resources including electronic, pipe locator, measuring wheel, maps, and GIS system to locate water mains, conduits, and service lines.
• May be required to perform on call duty, work shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as directed, and work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to perform safety sensitive functions.
• Carry out the organization's Safety program through job performance and attendance at scheduled safety meetings.
• Participate in training programs and stay updated on equipment operation techniques, and safety practices.
• Perform related work as required.