Equipment Operator

Hall County Schools; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hall County Schools is seeking a Light Equipment Operator to safely drive and operate machinery such as skid steers, mini-excavators, forklifts, and small rollers on school grounds. You will transport materials, assist with routine site maintenance, and perform daily safety inspections to keep facilities ready for use.

In this role you will support heavy manual tasks, maintain clean work zones, and report any major equipment issues to supervisors.

Qualifications

• Experience operating light construction equipment.
• Ability to perform basic inspections and report issues.
• Familiar with safety standards and site protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate light construction, landscaping, or utility vehicles such as mini-excavators, skid steers, rollers, sweepers, forklifts, and mowers.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, fluid checks, and minor maintenance or repairs; report major issues to supervisors.
• Load, unload, and transport materials like dirt, gravel, asphalt, and supplies to and from designated work sites.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Job description

A Light Equipment Operator safely drives and operates machinery like skid steers, mini-excavators, forklifts, and small rollers. Responsibilities include transporting materials, performing site maintenance, and executing daily safety inspections. They routinely assist with heavy manual labor and ensure work zones comply with safety standards.

Core Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Operate light construction, landscaping, or utility vehicles such as mini-excavators, skid steers, rollers, sweepers, forklifts, and mowers.
• Maintenance & Servicing: Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, fluid checks, and minor maintenance or repairs. Report major mechanical issues to supervisors.
• Material Handling: Load, unload, and transport materials like dirt, gravel, asphalt, and supplies to and from designated work sites.