CITY OF CHELAN JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: EQUIPMENT OPERATOR DEPARTMENT: Recreation REPORTS TO: Supervisors SUPERVISES: None ADOPTED/REVISED DATE: 2/8/01 SALARY GRADE: PTS Entry - 8, Journey - 12, Senior - 17, Supervisor - 22, Skilled Trade - 27 POSITION PURPOSE/SUMMARY This position provides maintenance support to the Recreation Department, primarily through the use of light and heavy equipment operations. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Promotes positive public relations · Operates mowers and trimmers · Operates hand tools and small equipment · Heavy equipment operators also operate tractors, F-10 mowers and greens mowers · Performs other related duties as needed WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in an outside environment with exposures to weather and machine engine noise. Some lifting may be required. KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, SKILLS FOR SUCCESS · Knowledge and skill to operate maintenance vehicles and equipment in a safe and effective manner · Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Graduation from an accredited high school or General Education Development (GED) First Aid Training Valid Washington State Drivers License with driving record free from serious or frequent violation The statements contained herein reflect general details, as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as needed, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to otherwise balance the workload.