EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I - TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT

Claytoncountyga; Georgia; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton County in Georgia is seeking an Equipment Operator I to drive and operate a variety of trucks and equipment for road maintenance, construction, and repairs within county rights-of-way. You will perform pre-trip inspections, load and secure materials, and assist with routine maintenance.

This entry-level role requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid Georgia driver's license, and two years of equipment operation experience. CDL Class B and Flagman certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience operating and driving equipment on maintenance projects.
• Must possess a valid Georgia driver's license.
• Georgia Class B CDL and Flagman certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate trucks and equipment for road maintenance and construction.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and post-trip checks; fuel, load, and secure materials.
• Operate tractors with mounted equipment (mower, broom, rollers, pavers) and other tools.
• Load, secure, and unload materials; spread materials as required.
• Flag traffic and ensure safety of crew and the traveling public at worksites.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance and minor repairs on tools and vehicles.
• Assist in emergency response and inclement weather tasks as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Road maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I - TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Equipment Operator I
PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION
Drives and operates equipment in support of Transportation and Development maintenance and construction projects. Loads and unloads materials at work sites. Operates equipment and vehicles for assigned project tasks. Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-level operator, foreman, or supervisor who closely monitors and inspects work while in progress and upon completion.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Drives and operates a variety of trucks and equipment for the purpose of constructing, maintaining, and repairing roads, curbs, and sidewalks within the County rights-of-way or easements. Conducts pre-trip inspections; fuels trucks; loads and secures materials on trucks; spreads materials; and conducts post-trip inspections.
Operates tractors with mounted equipment such as a mower or broom, rollers, pavers, bobcats, and other motorized equipment.
Operates small or light equipment such as chainsaws, jack hammers, hand and power tools. Cuts trees, brush, and grass within County rights-of-way; picks up litter and debris from roads and rights-of-way; cleans ditches and drains; picks up leaves.
Flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs, and cones around project/work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public.
Performs preventive maintenance and minor operator repairs on tools, equipment, and vehicles.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
May require the use of hand tools including rakes, shovels, posthole diggers, brooms, chippers, etc.
May require operation of dump trucks to transport materials to and from the worksites.
Participates as needed in efforts related to inclement weather conditions, natural disasters, and other emergency situations.
Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED supplemented by two (2) years of experience operating and driving equipment in support of maintenance projects; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Preferred candidates would possess a Georgia Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and would hold certification as a Flagman.
ADA COMPLIANCE
Physical Ability: Tasks require the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that generally involves lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, or traffic hazards.
Clayton County, Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Position : 2183

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : TRANSPORTATION AND DEVELOPMENT