SUMMARY:

Performs under the direction of the Gas Construction Supervisor, Gas Foreman, and Gas Manager.

This is a position involving the operation and maintenance of various types of light to heavy duty equipment used in all types of construction and maintenance work.  Namely backhoes and trenchers used in the Gas Department.  The regular maintenance of equipment and records of such would be assigned to this individual.  Work requires considerable flexibility due to the different types of equipment used.  It also involves manual labor and use of hand tools, both in maintenance of equipment and as a gas serviceman and maintenance man.  Work is evaluated under direct supervision and results of work performed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates backhoes and trenchers both in construction of system expansion and system maintenance of gas lines. 

• Operates trucks with or without trailers. 

• Will work with gas crews performing both construction of new lines or maintenance of system. 

• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS

·         Must have a minimum of one (1) year practical experience in operation of light construction equipment.  Must have one (1) year experience of construction equipment operation.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

·         Must acquire operations and maintenance qualification 6 months after employment and qualify in Polyethylene fusion welding.

·         Must possess and obtain a valid New Mexico Class D Drivers License

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

·         Ability to operate light, medium and heavy duty equipment. 

·         Ability to operate equipment safety and effectively. 

·         Ability to communicate orally and in writing. 

·         Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

·         Ability to perform heavy manual labor.

·         Considerable knowledge of functions and operating methods and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment. 

·         Knowledge of New Mexico Traffic regulations and of equipment specifications.

·         Knowledge of performing gas work when called upon to do so, on a routine or in emergency situations. 

·         Complete knowledge of O&M manual.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:-

·         Work is performed primarily outdoors at work site locations about 95% of the time and 5% in the office. 

·         Working surface is on concrete, asphalt and dirt areas. 

·         Work is performed in all types of inclement weather conditions. 

·         Some travel may be required. 

·         Operates City vehicles and heavy equipment. 

·         Occasionally may be required to work beyond normal work day to complete assignments as directed by the Gas Director.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Mobility Factors: Walk 70%, Climb Steps 5%

Primary Work Position: Stand 50%, Sit 50%. Must have good health, strength and stamina to perform

arduous tasks.

                Requires excellent physical condition and dexterity.  Job may require lifting heavy objects, bending, walking, twisting, climbing ladders, stairs, kneeling, reaching to high area.  Shall be required to work in inclement weather.  Ability to lift weight in excess of 100 lbs.

SPECIFIC MOVEMENTS

·         Trunk:                Bends occasionally

·         Arms:  Reaches, extends to vehicle/equipment compartment and/or dash boards. Carries objects weighing 100 lbs. and over occasionally.

·         Legs: Bends, walks and kneels frequently

·         Hands:                Gross dexterity, occasionally; Grasp/manipulate, frequently; Speed required, continuous; Bilateral coordination, frequently; Eye/hand coordination, frequently.

Special Conditions

Requires performing “On-Call” duties on weekends, holidays, and anytime outside the normal working hours.  Because of the need to be able to contact employees in emergency situations, employees having this job title must either have a telephone or ready access to a telephone at their residence. When contacted, the employee is expected to report to work unless there are special non-reoccurring circumstances. 

STAMINA:

• Sitting is an occasional but essential requirement of the job.  Duties performed during sitting are:

  • Operates a variety of heavy equipment

  • Driving City vehicles

  • Does work orders

  • Operates transport trucks hauling heavy equipment

• Walking is an occasional but essential requirement of the job. Duties performed while walking are:

  • Loading tools

  • Shoveling

• Performs maintenance, repairs and adjustments, both routine and emergency.

• Assists mechanics in performing major repairs by performing less technical details.

• Standing is an occasional but essential requirement of the job.

• Standing includes all tasks performed while standing and walking. Duties performed while standing are:

  • Turning on valves

  • Shoveling

• Performs maintenance, repairs and adjustments, both routing and emergency.

• Sprinting/running is an occasional but essential requirement of the job.

FLEXIBILITY:

·         Bending or twisting at the neck more than the average person is an occasional but essential requirement of the job.

·         Bending or twisting the trunk more than the average person is a frequent requirement of the job.

·         Squatting/stooping/kneeling is a frequent requirement of the job.

·         Reaching above the head is an occasional requirement of the job.

·         Reaching forward is an occasional requirement of the job.

·         Lying down on back is an occasional requirement of the job.

·         Lying down on stomach is an occasional requirement of the job.

·         Repeating the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times is a frequent requirement of the job.

ACTIVITIES:

·         Climbing is a frequent requirement of the job.

·         Hand/grip strength is a frequent requirement of the job.

·         Driving on the job is a frequent requirement of the job.

·         Smelling is an essential requirement of the job.

USE OF ARMS AND HANDS:

·         Manual dexterity is a frequent requirement of the job.

·         Finger dexterity is a frequent requirement of the job.

LIFTING:

·         Lifting of items that weigh 25-50 lbs. is a frequent requirement of the job.

·         Lifting of items is from floor to waist and waist to shoulder is a frequent requirement of the job.

·         Lifting of items that weigh 51-70 lbs, 76-90 lbs, and over 91 lbs. is occasional but essential to the job.

·         Examples of items that weigh 25-50 lbs. are:

o   PVC pipe, Polyethylene (PE) pipe, and steel pipe.

o   Tapping machine

o   Tamper

o   Generator

PUSHING/PULLING:

·         Pushing/pulling of items that weigh 25-50 lbs. from 10 to 75 feet in distance is a frequent requirement of the job. Pushing/pulling of items that weigh 51-70 lbs. from 10 to 25 feet in distance is an occasional requirement of the job.

·         Examples of items over 50 lbs. from 10 to 75 feet in distance that are pushed/pulled are:

o   Truck

o   Compressor

o   Generator

o   Tamper

·         When pushing/pulling occurs items are usually but not always on wheels.

·         Terrain items are pushed/pulled on are:

o   Blacktop/paved road.

o   Dirt road

CARRYING TASKS:

·         Carrying of items that weigh 25-50 lbs. from 10 to 75 feet in distance is a frequent requirement of the jo              

·        Carrying of items that weigh between 51-75 lbs, 76-90 lbs. and over 90 lbs. from 10 to 25 feet in distance is an occasional but essential requirement of the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

·        Working inside is an occasional requirement of the job.

·        Working outside is a continuous requirement of the job.

·        Working in temperatures below 32 degrees is a frequent requirement of the job.

·        Working in temperatures above 100 degrees is an occasional requirement of the job.

·        Walking on slippery surfaces is an occasional but essential requirement of the job.

·        Being soaking wet is a frequent requirement of the job.

·        Working over 6 feet off the ground is an occasional but essential requirement of the job.

·        Working is confined spaces and/or cramped body positions are an occasional but essential requirement of      

the job.     

·        Working in loud noise areas is a frequent requirement of the job.

·        Exposure to welding flashes or microwaves while doing the job is a frequent requirement of the job.

·        Exposure to sunlight is a continuous risk of the job.

·        Handling or being in machinery that is vibrating is a continuous requirement of the job.

·        Working where there are sudden temperatures changes is a frequent requirement of the job.

·        Risk of getting a minor injury is continuous to the job.

·        Risk of getting a major injury is frequent to the job.

·        Risk of getting bitten by animals or insects is frequent to the job.

·        Exposure to infection is an occasional risk of the job.

·        Exposure to silica or asbestos dust is an occasional risk of the job.

·        Exposure to other types of dust other than ordinary surface or household dust is a continuous risk of

the job.  

·        Exposure to environmental allergens is an occasional risk of the job.

·        Contact with oils or other petroleum products is an occasional risk of the job.

·        Exposure to solvents, degreasers, pesticides, and/or herbicides is an occasional risk of the job.

·        Exposure to gases, fumes, sprays, etc. is an occasional risk of the job.

·        Meeting deadlines with severe time constraints is a continuous requirement of the job.

·        Interacting with the public or other workers is a frequent requirement of the job.

·        Irregular of extended work hours is a frequent requirement of the job.

·        Working alone is an occasional requirement of the job.

·        Direct responsibility for the safety, well being, or work output of other people is              a continuous

requirement of the job.

·        Multiple demands from several people are a frequent requirement of the job.

·        Exposure to Natural Gas is a continuous risk of the job. 

VISION

·        Seeing objects/persons at a distance is a continuous requirement of the job.

·        Seeing close work such as typed or handwritten material is an occasional but essential requirement of the

job.

·        Being able to tell differences among colors is an occasional requirement of the job.

·        Having very good depth perception is a continuous requirement of the job.

HEARING:

·        Hearing conversations in a quiet environment is a continuous requirement of the job.

·        Hearing conversations in a noisy environment is a continuous requirement of the job.

·        Ability to tell where a sound is coming from is an occasional but essential requirement of the job.

·        Hearing differences among bells, buzzers, beeps, horns, etc. is a continuous requirement of the job.

SPEECH/COMMUNICATION:

·        Communicating through speech is a continuous requirement of the job.

USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

·         Personal protective equipment is a frequent and continuous requirement of the job.

·         A mask is an occasional requirement of the job.

·         A filter respirator is an occasional requirement of the job.

·         Gloves are a continuous requirement of the job.

·         Chaps are an occasional requirement of the job.

·         A lead apron is an occasional requirement of the job.

·         Steel toed shoes are a continuous requirement of the job.

·         Goggles or safety glasses are an occasional but essential requirement of the job.

·         A hard hat is a continuous requirement of the job.

·         Ear plugs/muffs are an occasional but essential requirement of the job.

·         A face shield is an occasional but essential requirement of the job.

·         A chemical apron is an occasional but essential requirement of the job.

·         A lifting belt is a continuous requirement of the job.

·         A safety vest is a continuous requirement of the job.

NOTE:  This position is subject to drug testing both pre-employment and random as set forth in the City of Las Vegas Drug Policy.