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Welcome to the City of Dallas!

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.

We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.

What do we offer?

A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.

Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.

Operates heavy construction equipment for construction and maintenance of the City of Dallas' facilities and utilities, maintains roads, disposes of sludge waste; maintains sewer systems and other essential infrastructure on various City sites and in all weather conditions.

The Heavy Equipment Operator serves as a central role in construction and infrastructure projects, operates and drives heavy construction equipment for new construction or maintenance of City facilities and utilities. Completes assigned projects and tasks, including maintaining roads, disposing of waste, removing large debris, and performing excavation work in a safe and accurate manner using a large variety of construction equipment.

1. Operates, drives, and manipulates heavy equipment such as trash compactors at landfills, track machines including crawler dozers, crawler loaders, and track hoes; safely operates maintainers, scrapers, dirt compactors, trailer tipping machines, cranes, and draglines.

2. Operates and maintains heavy equipment by adjusting level and angle of grader blades, change-outs of buckets, and other parts of equipment.

3. Plans, determines, and communicates daily work and routes of member crews in absence of the Crew Leader; provides direction and leadership when needed to ensure effective and safe operations.

4. Trains crew, lower-level drivers and operators in maintaining and inspecting equipment to prolong usefulness and ensure adherence to all safety protocols and practices.

5. Completes work orders, job tickets, and other administrative forms; ensures accuracy and quality of work completion.

6. Drives truck and trailer rigs to transport earth moving or other medium to large sized automotive equipment to job site.

7. Safely performs other related work as needed or assigned at all times.

• Knowledge of equipment operation and capabilities.
• Knowledge of and adherence to the safety procedures at all times.
• Strong motor skills and eye-hand-foot coordination.
• Ability to control speed and direction of moderately complex heavy motorized equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to maneuver numerous types of equipment.
• Skill in performing minor mechanical repair and maintenance work.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
• Sufficient knowledge of English to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports.
• Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.

Four (4) years of experience as an equipment operator with at least two (2) years of experience operating heavy equipment.

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Texas Driver's License with good driving record.
• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) License preferred for Water.
• Other heavy equipment endorsements within the State of Texas highly preferred.
• Applicants with a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), issued by a state other than Texas, must obtain a Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within ninety (90) days.

$52,243.19 - $60,002.60

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.

1. Pick up trash in the assigned facility. Empty all trash cans (pulling and lifting up to 25 pounds) and replace trash can liners inside and outside the facility. Dispose all trash into trash compactor or dumpster.
2. Mop spills and all sticky surfaces in assigned facility. Mop all rows in assigned facility when needed.
3. Sweep or vacuum areas as assigned.
4. Use auto scrubber to clean hard floor surfaces as assigned.
5. Sweep or vacuum mats at entrances.
6. Sweep or vacuum locker room changing areas.
7. Sweep stairways of all rubbish and dust and wipe down stairway railings.
8. Wipe down railings.
9. Clean glass door windows when necessary.

1. Clean and mop all areas used during the event including toilets, sinks, water fountains, showers, drying areas including home locker room, visitor locker room, lower level employee locker room, hospitality room, officials locker room and all public restrooms. Mop up all standing water in all areas.
2. Refresh all paper products and soap in restrooms as needed.
3. Wipe down railings.

1. Works safely at all times and promptly informs management about unsafe conditions existing in the work area.
2. Clean up all tools and equipment associated with the clean up of the facility.
3. Maintains cleaning equipment in good working condition, and notifies the

Welcome to the City of Dallas!

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.

We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.

What do we offer?

A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.

Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.

Job Summary
Operates heavy construction equipment for construction and maintenance of the City of Dallas' facilities and utilities, maintains roads, disposes of sludge waste; maintains sewer systems and other essential infrastructure on various City sites and in all weather conditions.

Job Description

Overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator serves as a central role in construction and infrastructure projects, operates and drives heavy construction equipment for new construction or maintenance of City facilities and utilities. Completes assigned projects and tasks, including Maintaining roads, disposing of waste, removing large debris, and performing excavation work in a safe and accurate manner using a large variety of construction equipment.

Essential Functions

1. Operates, drives, and manipulates heavy equipment such as trash compactors at landfills, track machines including crawler dozers, crawler loaders, and track hoes; safely operates maintainers, scrapers, dirt compactors, trailer tipping machines, cranes, and draglines.

2. Operates and maintains heavy equipment by adjusting level and angle of grader blades, change-outs of buckets, and other parts of equipment.

3. Plans, determines, and communicates daily work and routes of member crews in absence of the Crew Leader; provides direction and leadership when needed to ensure effective and safe operations.

4. Trains crew, lower-level drivers and operators in maintaining and inspecting equipment to prolong usefulness and ensure adherence to all safety protocols and practices.

5. Completes work orders, job tickets, and other administrative forms; ensures accuracy and quality of work completion.

6. Drives truck and trailer rigs to transport earth moving or other medium to large sized automotive equipment to job site.

7. Safely performs other related work as needed or assigned at all times.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of equipment operation and capabilities.
• Knowledge of and adherence to the safety procedures at all times.
• Strong motor skills and eye-hand-foot coordination.
• Ability to control speed and direction of moderately complex heavy motorized equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to maneuver numerous types of equipment.
• Skill in performing minor mechanical repair and maintenance work.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
• Sufficient knowledge of English to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports.
• Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Texas Driver's License with good driving record.
• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) License preferred for Water.
• Other heavy equipment endorsements within the State of Texas highly preferred.
• Applicants with a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), issued by a state other than Texas, must obtain a Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within ninety (90) days.

Welcome to the City of Dallas!

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.

We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.

What do we offer?

A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.

Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.

Job Summary
Performs routine cleaning of facilities, buildings and offices to maintain a clean environment.

Job Description

Overview

The Custodian performs routine cleaning, maintenance, and care of facilities, buildings and offices to ensure a clean and aesthetically pleasing environment.

Essential Functions

1 Operates mechanical sweepers, buffers, and other custodial equipment while sweeping, mopping, dusting, sanitizing, vacuuming, shampooing, buffing, stripping, and waxing floors and facilities; performs work in City buildings, offices, and rest rooms to maintain a clean environment.

2 Collects trash and disposes of waste to keep buildings, offices, rest rooms, and facilities clean; removes debris and trash from walkways, windows, driveways, parking lots, and grounds to ensure premises are kept orderly.

3 Restocks paper supplies and other items in rest rooms and monitors general inventory; communicates supply needs to ensure purchasing occurs in a timely manner.

4 Checks and cleans equipment daily to ensure proper, safe operation; identifies issues that need greater attention, ensures all spaces are in safe and operable condition, and facilitates repairs or other cleaning.

5 Sets up and arranges meeting and conference rooms, dismantles equipment, fixtures, or furnishings to ensure chairs and tables are available as requested by the customer.

6 Checks and inspects areas for hazards and spills to ensure a safe, clean environment; maintains grounds around building by trimming, mowing, and edging.

7 Washes, cleans, and performs general care on City vehicles; occasionally drives City vehicles to make deliveries.

8 Performs any and all other trades work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

1 General mechanical knowledge and aptitude necessary to perform a variety of routine cleaning and custodial tasks.

2 Ability to learn to use hand/power cleaning tools and equipment.

3 Ability to perform manual labor.

4 Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

5 Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

• Six (6) months of custodial work.

• Subject to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to obtain a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification
• No felony or class A misdemeanor convictions.
• No class B misdemeanor convictions in the last ten (10) years.
• No family violence convictions.
• Cannot currently be on deferred adjudication for any felony, class A misdemeanor or class B misdemeanor charge.
• Requires continuous standing, walking and bending.

Welcome to the City of Dallas!

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.

We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.

What do we offer?

A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.

Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.

Job Summary
Performs routine cleaning of facilities, buildings and offices to maintain a clean environment.

Job Description

Overview

The Custodian performs routine cleaning, maintenance, and care of facilities, buildings and offices to ensure a clean and aesthetically pleasing environment.

Essential Functions

1 Operates mechanical sweepers, buffers, and other custodial equipment while sweeping, mopping, dusting, sanitizing, vacuuming, shampooing, buffing, stripping, and waxing floors and facilities; performs work in City buildings, offices, and rest rooms to maintain a clean environment.

2 Collects trash and disposes of waste to keep buildings, offices, rest rooms, and facilities clean; removes debris and trash from walkways, windows, driveways, parking lots, and grounds to ensure premises are kept orderly.

3 Restocks paper supplies and other items in rest rooms and monitors general inventory; communicates supply needs to ensure purchasing occurs in a timely manner.

4 Checks and cleans equipment daily to ensure proper, safe operation; identifies issues that need greater attention, ensures all spaces are in safe and operable condition, and facilitates repairs or other cleaning.

5 Sets up and arranges meeting and conference rooms, dismantles equipment, fixtures, or furnishings to ensure chairs and tables are available as requested by the customer.

6 Checks and inspects areas for hazards and spills to ensure a safe, clean environment; maintains grounds around building by trimming, mowing, and edging.

7 Washes, cleans, and performs general care on City vehicles; occasionally drives City vehicles to make deliveries.

8 Performs any and all other trades work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

1 General mechanical knowledge and aptitude necessary to perform a variety of routine cleaning and custodial tasks.

2 Ability to learn to use hand/power cleaning tools and equipment.

3 Ability to perform manual labor.

4 Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

5 Establishing and maintaining effective relationships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

• Six (6) months of custodial work.

• Subject to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to obtain a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification
• No felony or class A misdemeanor convictions.
• No class B misdemeanor convictions in the last ten (10) years.
• No family violence convictions.
• Cannot currently be on deferred adjudication for any felony, class A misdemeanor or class B misdemeanor charge.
• Requires continuous standing, walking and bending.

Under the general supervision of the Deputy Director of Emergency Management, the Emergency Management Operations Coordinator develops, coordinates, and manages multiple emergency management programs, implements complex components of Spokane County's Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan and other related prevention, protection, mitigation, response, and recovery activities. Incumbent will ensure the operational readiness of the Spokane County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and will assist the Deputy Director-Emergency Management to establish, prioritize, and implement goals, objectives, and performance measures. The position will require coordination with stakeholders and partner agencies within Spokane County, throughout Washington State Homeland Security Region 9, and at the State level.

Total compensation: $94,279.16 - $31,978.75 annually. The starting pay will begin at 35.40 on the pay scale, will have a pay increase after six (6) full months of employment, and will have annual increases thereafter, maxing out at the top step of the pay scale. This job posting is to create a merged eligibility list. Applicants on the current eligibility list need not submit a new application.

Required additional documents checklist - Documents MUST be uploaded with your application:

• Copy of valid driver's license
• Copies of the following certifications: IS100, IS200, IS700, IS800 and Incidence Command System (ICS) 300 and 400
• Copy of ICS-214 Form (showing proof of EOC activation)
• Copy of DD-214 Member Form 4 (if applicable)
• Copy of Permanent Resident Card AKA "Green Card" (if applicable)
• Copy of Employment Authorization Document (EAD) card / Form I-797 (Notice of Action) / Form I-821D (Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients, if applicable)
• Official transcripts from the school of your highest level of education and/or transcripts showing proof of your highest degree obtained

Accepted methods for transcript submission:

1. Electronic Submission: If your school distributes official, electronic transcripts, have your school registrar email the official transcripts directly to
2. Alternate Arrangements: If your school does not issue electronic transcripts, please email to make alternate arrangements.

DO NOT SUBMIT RESUME; resumes are NOT accepted in lieu of a complete online application.

Training & Experience Form (T&E): Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be sent a Training & Experience form with a specified due date. From there, applicants will be invited for oral board interviews.

Oral Board Interviews: To be determined based upon the number of qualified applicants - by invitation only for applicants who meet the minimum requirements and submit complete applications and T&Es.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as an exclusive list of all essential job functions performed by all employees in this classification, but only as a representative summary of the primary job functions and responsibilities. Incumbent may not be required to perform all job functions and may be required to perform additional, position specific tasks.

• Serve as the emergency management policy/program analyst to the Director and Deputy Director of Spokane County Emergency Management.
• Manage and participate in EOC operational readiness activities, including writing procedures, coordinating equipment acquisition and maintenance, training, and exercises.
• In the absence of the Deputy Director, serve as the EOC Manager during EOC activations; lead personnel from other County and non-County agencies in the coordination of emergency operations activities.
• Manage special projects with high visibility and executive-level policy implications.
• Assist the Deputy Director in the development and maintenance of Mutual Aid Agreements (MAAs) and municipal-level service contracts.
• Provide leadership and facilitation to various emergency management and public safety committees; participate as a member of multiple committees.
• Serve as the Spokane County Emergency Management (SCEM) Duty Officer on a rotating basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Must be a citizen of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or a deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) recipient; must be able to speak, read, and write the English language; high school diploma or GED. In addition to the above requirements, applicants must qualify in at least one of the following categories:

• Earned a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, or closely related field PLUS obtained an equivalent to at least four (4) years of full-time, progressively responsible experience in emergency management in a local government setting.
• Earned an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in Emergency Management, Homeland Security, or closely related field PLUS obtained an equivalent to at least six (6) years of full-time, progressively responsible experience in emergency management in a local government setting.
• Obtained an equivalent to at least eight (8) years of full-time, progressively responsible experience in emergency management in a local government setting.

Emergency response experience working within an activated Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is required. The following certifications are required at the time of application: IS100, IS200, IS700, IS800, and Incident Command System (ICS) 300 and 400. A valid driver's license is required at the time of application and must be retained throughout employment. Incumbent is required to undergo and successfully complete a full background investigation with the Spokane County Sheriff's Office Background Investigation Unit prior to being placed/assigned by the Spokane County Sheriff's Office. Incumbent must agree to carry a department-provided cell phone and must have access to an operating vehicle on a 24-hour basis; performance as a 24-hour Duty Officer is required.

Working conditions: The majority of the work is performed in the usual office environment with travel to off-site locations. Incumbent is required to serve in the Emergency Operations Center in an operational capacity or at other locations as assigned during exercises, emergencies, or disasters. Attendance at meetings, incident responses, and working with volunteers may require evenings, long hours, and/or unscheduled shifts. May require lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing of ladders.

Behavioral standards: All employees of the Spokane County Department of Emergency Management are responsible for contributing to a safe, productive, and positive work environment, by being self-motivated and actively demonstrating the core values of the Sheriff's Office in their daily work and interactions:

• Respect: Appreciating and valuing customers, co-workers, managers, other County employees and County leadership by showing courtesy, friendliness, and fairness. Communicating in a productive and professional manner.
• Accountability: Honoring and delivering on commitments by taking responsibility for personal actions and results; a team player that helps the organization meet its objectives by taking initiative; being a responsible steward of public resources and the trust County residents have placed in each of us.
• Integrity: Positively represents the organization and the County by modeling transparent and ethical behavior and demonstrating it with honest and trustworthy behaviors and actions; leading by example and performing work to the highest standards.
• Innovation: Striving for excellence by actively pursuing opportunities for new and improved methods, procedures, or technologies; fostering an environment of engagement, empowerment, and embracing continuous improvement.

The FEMA Professional Development series must be completed within one year of hire, if not previously completed. The Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) credential from the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) is preferred.

Preferred qualifications:

• Obtained at least two (2) years of full-time professional experience at a managerial level in emergency management in a local government setting.

Advanced knowledge of:

• Current Emergency Management principles and practices and federal, state, and county laws and regulations pertaining to Emergency Management
• Current principles and practices in project and program management and grants and contract management
• General office procedures and practices

Skilled in:

• Paper and report writing
• Facilitation, negotiating, problem-solving, and critical thinking in high-pressure situations
• Integrity and having a customer service attitude

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including making formal presentations

Welcome to the City of Dallas!

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.

We offer growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in our community.

What do we offer?

A competitive salary, five-year vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.

Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.

Job Summary
Operates heavy construction equipment for construction and maintenance of the City of Dallas' facilities and utilities, maintains roads, disposes of sludge waste; maintains sewer systems and other essential infrastructure on various City sites and in all weather conditions.

Job Description

Overview

The Heavy Equipment Operator serves as a central role in construction and infrastructure projects, operates and drives heavy construction equipment for new construction or maintenance of City facilities and utilities. Completes assigned projects and tasks, including Maintaining roads, disposing of waste, removing large debris, and performing excavation work in a safe and accurate manner using a large variety of construction equipment.

Essential Functions

1. Operates, drives, and manipulates heavy equipment such as trash compactors at landfills, track machines including crawler dozers, crawler loaders, and track hoes; safely operates maintainers, scrapers, dirt compactors, trailer tipping machines, cranes, and draglines.

2. Operates and maintains heavy equipment by adjusting level and angle of grader blades, change-outs of buckets, and other parts of equipment.

3. Plans, determines, and communicates daily work and routes of member crews in absence of the Crew Leader; provides direction and leadership when needed to ensure effective and safe operations.

4. Trains crew, lower-level drivers and operators in maintaining and inspecting equipment to prolong usefulness and ensure adherence to all safety protocols and practices.

5. Completes work orders, job tickets, and other administrative forms; ensures accuracy and quality of work completion.

6. Drives truck and trailer rigs to transport earth moving or other medium to large sized automotive equipment to job site.

7. Safely performs other related work as needed or assigned at all times.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of equipment operation and capabilities.
• Knowledge of and adherence to the safety procedures at all times.
• Strong motor skills and eye-hand-foot coordination.
• Ability to control speed and direction of moderately complex heavy motorized equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to maneuver numerous types of equipment.
• Skill in performing minor mechanical repair and maintenance work.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
• Sufficient knowledge of English to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports.
• Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Texas Driver's License with good driving record.
• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) License preferred for Water.
• Other heavy equipment endorsements within the State of Texas highly preferred.
• Applicants with a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), issued by a state other than Texas, must obtain a Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within ninety (90) days.