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City of Garden City, KS Equipment Operator I in Garden City, Kansas
Equipment Operator I
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Equipment Operator I
Salary
$17.78 - $21.69 Hourly
Location
Garden City, KS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
00436
Department
Street
Opening Date
03/19/2024
Closing Date
6/24/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Description
The City of Garden City is accepting applications for Equipment Operator I with the Street Department. This position is responsible for work activities for the repair and maintenance of streets, alleys, and drainage ways.
Examples of Duties
Maintains and operates street sweepers.
Services equipment and assists mechanics.
Prepares for and participates in work activities during snow season as required.
Assists other departments with Street Department related activities, including special events.
Required "on call" duty, including storm call outs.
Subject to the Departments Random Drug/Alcohol testing program.
Maintains equipment, vehicles, tools, supplies, facilities, and grounds.
Required - Kansas CDL Driver’s License.
May act as a work leader at the discretion of the Foreman.
Performs any other duties as assigned as long as it is non-certified.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of safety practices and procedures. Knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances and regulations involved in operating equipment. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices and procedures. Ability to perform physical work activities in various weather conditions. Ability to understand verbal and written instructions. Ability to communicate with City employees.
Education, Certification and Experience: High school diploma or GED. Six months’ experience as a laborer. Valid Driver’s License required. Must obtain a Kansas Driver’s License within 60 days of establishing residency. Must be able to obtain a Kansas CDL driver's license within the first six months of employment. Applicant must make available drug testing history and pass drug test.
Supplemental Information
Physical Characteristics: Includes, but not limited to, bend, kneel, push, pull, reach, hold, stand, walk, jump, sit, drive, and ability to lift up to 100 pounds and carrying objects weighing 75-100 pounds.
Environment: Work is performed in all types of weather. Majority of work is performed outdoors, i.e. moderate to extreme cold and heat, snow, rain, hail, sleet, high and gusting winds, dust, and dry conditions. Surfaces: Includes, but not limited to dirt, sand, gravel, concrete, asphalt, grass and wood.
The City of Garden City offers a wide range of competitive benefits. Some of the benefits include:
Health Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
The Standard Life Insurance
Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) or Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F)
Wellness Program
Paid Leave
Employee Recognition Plan
Years of Service Bonuses
Performance Evaluations
Employee Assistance Program
Agency
City of Garden City (KS)
Address
301 N. 8th Street Garden City, Kansas, 67846
Phone
620-276-1175
Website
https://www.garden-city.org/
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