EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Henry County Government; McDonough (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity is seeking an Equipment Operator to manage various vehicles and equipment for public infrastructure projects. The role involves operating machinery for maintenance and construction, ensuring safety, and performing manual labor. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience, along with a valid driver's license. This position offers a chance to contribute to community services while working in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• Requires 1 year of experience operating equipment in public infrastructure maintenance.
• Must possess a valid Georgia Driver’s License and Flagging certification.

Responsibilities

• Operates various vehicles and equipment for maintenance and construction projects.
• Inspects and prepares equipment for safe operation.
• Performs manual labor, including lifting and moving materials.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Problem Solving

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

The purpose of this position is to drive and operate vehicles and other equipment with specialized functions that involve the operation of mechanisms to complete tasks for various public infrastructure maintenance, repair, and/or construction projects in addition to driving and maneuvering the vehicle. Incumbents utilize equipment and vehicles with mechanisms that are somewhat complex to operate, requiring more dexterity and finesse; or larger vehicles requiring a higher level of skill to drive and maneuver in and around confined spaces.

• Operates various equipment and vehicles to complete tasks related to the maintenance, repair, and construction of County roadways, rights-of-way, sidewalks, storm drainage systems, and other infrastructure projects; drives vehicle over public roads, work sites, rights-of-way, parks, public works facilities, and other County property; maneuvers in and around traffic, parked cars, equipment, utilities, and other obstacles; obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; and monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment, and the public.
• Drives roll-off container truck to haul materials to and from work sites; maneuvers and positions vehicle to allow for proper alignment of containers to be placed or retrieved; connects container to truck and operates winch, checking for proper load distribution and support for the vehicle; secures all doors, gates, and fasteners to prevent spillage or loss of load during transport; and dumps material at appropriate location.
• Operates bobcat, backhoe-mounted loader, and loaders of similar size to load and/or move gravel, dirt, sand, and other materials for smaller projects and loads; and utilizes bobcat to clear land or debris.
• Operates backhoe to perform basic digging, trenching, and clearing of land or materials for maintenance, repair, and construction projects; controls placement of equipment and determines optimum approach to each digging scenario in order to minimize destruction of property and avoid electric, water, sewer, and other public utility lines.
• Operates tractors with articulated boom mowing system to mow rights-of-way, other County property along steep slopes, ditches, and hard-to-reach areas inaccessible to most mowing apparatuses; scouts path for and removes rocks, debris, and other obstacles that may cause damage to the equipment, property, or the public; determines proper settings and adjusts boom for proper angle, height, and trajectory; and maneuvers and monitors boom mower for optimal operation.
• Drives knuckle-boom truck to collect trash, limbs, and other debris on an assigned route or from work sites and other County property; positions vehicle alongside targeted debris; operates truck- or trailer-mounted knuckle-boom arm to pick up debris and load it into the truck; secures all doors, gates, and fasteners to prevent spillage or loss of load during transport; transports loads to the landfill; and dumps material at appropriate location.
• Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day; performs light maintenance on equipment, which includes changing oil, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; and secures vehicle after use.
• Performs manual labor in support of construction, maintenance, and repair projects; lifts, moves, loads, and unloads materials, equipment, tools, and supplies; digs ditches, trenches, and holes manually or utilizing power equipment; shovels, rakes, spreads, compacts, and levels dirt, rock, asphalt, cement, and other materials; retrieves supplies, materials, tools, equipment, and other items and runs various errands as needed; collects, transports, loads, and unloads materials, supplies, tools, and equipment to and from the worksite; and removes litter, debris, and deceased animals from roadways and other County property.
• Follows established safety procedures; utilizes safety equipment and wears protective gear; monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; monitors traffic conditions surrounding trucks and equipment to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions; flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs, and cones around project and work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; and reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.
• Communicates with supervisor, other County employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Operates equipment and trucks included at the lower level of the Equipment Operator series.
• Responds to emergency and disaster situations and assists with special events as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Requires a High School diploma or equivalent, and one (1) year of related experience operating equipment in the construction, repair, and/or maintenance of public infrastructure or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver’s License, including appropriate endorsement(s). Must possess and maintain Flagging certification.

Special Requirements:

None.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of local government operations, construction and maintenance related programs, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evening meetings.
• Ability to multi-task and work within deadlines.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to work with and process payments for accounts within the budget and department.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting purposes.
• Ability to operate a copying machine.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires mental acuity including the ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, the ability to express ideas by means of the spoken word and have close visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and may require standing for extended periods of time. 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, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, toxic agents, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, or rude/irate customers.

Henry County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described in this job description. Henry County encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Henry County will comply with all applicable federal regulations and Henry County's insurance requirements governing workplace anti-drug and alcohol programs. Henry County employees shall be subject to the provisions of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.