Equipment Operator I: Heavy Machinery & Field Maintenance

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Atlanta is seeking a Watershed Operator I to operate light, medium, and heavy trucks and construction equipment for the Office of Linear Infrastructure Operations in Atlanta, GA. The role involves vehicle operation, equipment handling, and maintaining necessary documentation.

Posting expires 2026-11-04. Candidates must have a valid Georgia CDL and at least 1 year of experience with commercial vehicles. Work may include extensive field duties and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year experience operating light to medium vehicles.
• Valid Class B Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.

Responsibilities

• Operates multiple vehicles and equipment during daily assignments (dump trucks, state body truck, or car).
• Operates landscaping equipment and small trench digger.
• Directs vehicle inspection to ensure operability.
• Completes service request forms for vehicle repairs.
• Completes weekly maintenance reports documenting work assignments.
• Performs preventative maintenance and inspections on equipment daily.

Skills

Dump truck operation

Heavy equipment operation

Tools usage

Material transport

Safe operating procedures

Vehicle inspection

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Equipment list

Job description

The City of Atlanta is seeking a Watershed Operator I to operate light, medium, and heavy trucks and construction equipment for the Office of Linear Infrastructure Operations in Atlanta, GA. The role involves vehicle operation, equipment handling, and maintaining necessary documentation.

Posting expires 2026-11-04. Candidates must have a valid Georgia CDL and at least 1 year of experience with commercial vehicles. Work may include extensive field duties and adherence to safety procedures.