Equipment Operator IV

Chatham County, GA Government; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham County Public Works is looking for an Equipment Operator IV to operate a variety of heavy equipment, supervise crews, and ensure efficient project completion. This full-time position requires a Class A CDL and offers opportunities for professional growth within a stable public works environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience operating heavy motorized equipment.
• Valid Class A CDL with Air Brakes endorsement required at application.
• Must obtain Tanker and Hazard Material endorsements within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate various motorized equipment for construction and maintenance.
• Supervise and train work crews.
• Perform physical labor and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Supervisory skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Are you a skilled heavy equipment operator with a Class A CDL? Chatham County Public Works is seeking an Equipment Operator IV to join their team, where you'll operate a variety of motorized equipment, supervise crews, and perform maintenance tasks to ensure the efficient completion of construction and maintenance projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Operate various light, medium, or heavyweight motorized equipment used in construction, maintenance, or sanitation work.
• Perform canal and ditch maintenance operations, including cleaning out debris, excavating waterways, grading, filling, and repairing washouts.
• Load and haul equipment, machinery, debris, and topsoil.
• Perform sustained physical labor requiring lifting, pulling, bending, and operating heavy equipment.
• Supervise and train work crews.
• Be on call on a 24-hour basis as this role is part of the Critical Work Force Category 2.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least four (4) years of experience operating two or more types of heavy motorized equipment, including heavy construction equipment, and experience performing minor repairs to equipment; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with Air Brakes endorsement at the time of application.
• Must obtain a Tanker endorsement and Hazard Material endorsement within six (6) months of employment.
• Provide and wear approved steel toe protective footwear during working hours.

Additional information:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Manufacturing and Production
• Industries: Manufacturing

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