Heavy Equipment Operator – Sewer Maintenance

About the role

The City of Mission is seeking a reliable Heavy Equipment Operator to maintain and clean its main sewer lines. The role involves operating specialized equipment, performing routine maintenance, and responding to on‑call emergencies.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect manholes, locate stoppages, and remove roots, debris, and other refuse using portable sewer cleaning machines (electric or gasoline‑driven).
• Fit and operate the front end of an auger, lower guides into position, and clean sewer lines.
• Operate a vacuum vactor truck on a regular basis for suction cleaning.
• Clean and replace manhole covers and report damaged pipe sections to the supervisor.
• Perform minor repairs, adjustments, and routine maintenance on equipment, machines, and attachments.
• Report daily work status and any issues to the Water & Wastewater Supervisor.
• Participate in a mandatory rotating on‑call list and perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 9th‑grade level oral and written English communication skills.
• At least one year of construction or related experience, or the ability to learn on the job.
• Understanding of the proper sequence of activities for sewer cleaning operations.
• Successful completion of a background investigation.

Required skills

• Sewer cleaning machine operation
• Auger operation
• Vacuum truck operation
• Basic heavy‑equipment maintenance

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent position with regular schedule and on‑call rotation.