CITY OF MUNCIE                                                  Position No:

                                                                                    Last Review:  3/11/2025

                                                                                    Effective Date:

                                                                                    Last Revision:   3/11/2025

                                                                                    FLSA: Exempt         Non-Exempt X  

                                                                                    Union Eligible:  Yes    X    No        

 

Position Title:  Paving Equipment Operator

Department(s):  Public Works

Reports to (Title):  City Engineer

Rate: Up to $25.00 per hour

 

 

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

 Incumbent serves as Paving Equipment Operator for the City Street Department and is responsible for operating City vehicles and equipment.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Operates and performs preventative maintenance on various heavy equipment including pavers, rollers, milling machines, brooms, skid steers and related attachments in effecting the repair, reconstruction, or construction of various asphalt and concrete projects throughout the city

2.         Performs labor tasks as a part of the construction crew not limited to shoveling, raking, luting, trimming, flatwork, and other related tasks under the general jurisdiction of the public works department 

3.         Loads, dumps, and shovels crushed stone, sand, and salt from trucks, and removes snow from City streets using appropriate equipment. 

4.         Removes debris such as leaves and sand from streets, sidewalks, drains, and alleys, using appropriate equipment.

 

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

1.         Performs other duties as assigned consistent with public works functions

2.         On call in case of emergencies and/or snow/ice/storm response.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Incumbent performs majority of duties in and out of doors, in varying weather conditions, and is periodically exposed to excessive noise, dirt, dust, and vehicle and equipment fumes.  Safety precautions must be used at all times to avoid injury to self and others.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

 

1.         Working knowledge of and ability to operate paving equipment and medium duty vehicles.  (M,P)

2.         Basic knowledge of the mechanics of light and heavy equipment and ability to perform preventative maintenance and minor repair.  (M,P)

3.         Working knowledge of safety procedures for working in or around heavy equipment, and/or working around traffic.  (M,P)

4.         Ability to legally operate assigned department vehicles.  (M,P)

5.         Ability to follow verbal instructions.  (M,P)

6.         Must possess a valid driver’s license.  (M,P)

7.         Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.  (P)

 

 

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

 

Previous experience operating paving equipment successfully in an urban environment. Training or experience in machine set up, preventative maintenance, depth gaging, loading equipment, roadway grading, drainage, and compaction.

The above description covers the most significant duties performed, but may exclude other occasional work assignments not mentioned.

 

Interested applicants can apply here:

City of Muncie Employment Application

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer