Equipment Operator II

Richland County, S.C; Eastover (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity in South Carolina is seeking an Equipment Operator II to operate heavy equipment for the repair and maintenance of County roads and rights-of-way. The ideal candidate will have over two years of experience and must possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license. Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance on equipment and maintaining accurate work records. This is a full-time position based in Eastover, SC.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma, GED equivalent, or specialized vocational training.
• Must possess a valid state commercial driver’s license (Class “A”) with appropriate endorsements.
• Over two years and up to four years of experience operating heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment to construct and maintain County roads.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment.
• Maintain accurate and complete work records.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Manual handling

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dump trucks

Back hoes

Power tools

Job description

Equipment Operator II page is loaded## Equipment Operator IIlocations: Public Works Eastover Camptime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R2253### ESSENTIAL TASKSThe tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary.Operates heavy equipment to construct, maintain and repair paved and unpaved County roads, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways, ditches, catch basins and storm drainage systems.Operates heavy equipment to maintain public rights-of-way.Operates heavy equipment to assist other divisions and departments as necessary, including but not limited to maintaining County landfills.May operate dump trucks and other trucks, back hoes, slope mower and asphalt paving machine.Manually loads / unloads materials onto vehicles; transports equipment and materials to / from work sites.Uses hand and power tools in various manual tasks as required.Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe working condition; reports defects or required maintenance to the supervisor.Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of assigned tools and equipment.Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety.## May provide instruction to new crew members as assigned.Maintains accurate and complete work records as required.## VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE PREPARATION**VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION:**Requires high school diploma, GED equivalent or specialized vocational training.**SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:**Must possess a valid state commercial driver’s license (Class “A”) with appropriate endorsements.**EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:**Requires over two years and up to and including four yearslocations: Public Works Eastover Camptime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 29 Days AgoThank you for your interest in employment with Richland County Government. Apply for an open position online by selecting the job title you are interested in and clicking the "Apply" link. If this is your first time applying online, you must create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account is established, you may begin completing your application. This application may be saved and used to apply for more than one job opening. The County only accepts applications for positions that are currently open and advertised. You are responsible for documenting all relevant qualifications in the appropriate section of the application. Do not list "refer to a resume", as resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. **All prior work history must be listed on your application.** Resumes are treated as supplements to the application only and will not replace any section of the application. Incomplete applications will be disqualified, even if a resume is attached. The application is the primary tool used when determining whether the minimum qualifications are satisfied, so be sure to complete all sections.Applications are due by the deadline noted on the job posting. You will be notified by email regarding the status of your application. **The Human Resource Services Department is not able to provide status updates by telephone or email.**Richland County is an equal opportunity employer.