General Support Equipment Operator III

Beaufort County; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Deferred compensation

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

Beaufort County is seeking a skilled individual to operate heavy vehicles and equipment for installation, maintenance, and repair of county infrastructure and public properties. The role requires independent work, following safety standards and supervising when needed.

You will participate in site safety, manage equipment such as back-hoes, loaders, mowers, and more, and assist with training entry-level operators. A valid CDL Class A and multiple certifications are required.

Qualifications

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Over two years and up to four years of operating heavy equipment or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy vehicles and equipment in installation, maintenance and repair.
• Leads on-site when supervisor is absent or as directed.
• Provides training in equipment operations for entry-level staff.
• Ensures safe operation of tools, vehicles and equipment and adheres to safety standards.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

OSHA training

Flagger Certification

Defensive Driving

CPR/First Aid

CDL Class A

Job description

Description

The purpose of this position is to provide skilled vehicle and equipment operation in the installation, maintenance and repair tasks associated with County infrastructure development and public properties management. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Description

The purpose of this position is to provide skilled vehicle and equipment operation in the installation, maintenance and repair tasks associated with County infrastructure development and public properties management. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Examples of Duties

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Works independently or as part of a work crew in installation, maintenance and repair activities in the management and care of County infrastructure and properties.
• Operates heavy vehicles and equipment in the installation, maintenance and repair functions associated with the assigned functional area.
• Within area of assignment, operates equipment including back-hoes, loaders, mowers, chippers, sweepers, dozers, draglines, forklifts, graders, stripers, rollers, loaders, trenchers, and heavy equipment/trucks.
• Participates in work-site safety set-up, to include setting barricades and cones, prepping for excavation, assisting with utility locates, prepping for confined space entry, performing traffic control in accordance with uniform work zone safety standards.
• Identifies potential hazards for the general public during installation, maintenance and repair projects; determines appropriate equipment operating procedures accordingly.
• Participates in the restoration of streets, landscapes, grounds, landfill areas and other properties disturbed or altered by service operations.
• Conducts various incidental tasks to support efficient functioning of the unit, including customer service, general facilities/grounds maintenance.
• Ensures the safe and proper operation of tools, vehicles and equipment; adheres to prescribed safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Inspects completed work for proper operation, adherence to work orders, and safety.
• Functions in a lead worker capacity in the event of absence of a supervisor or as directed.
• Provides training in equipment operations and essential job skills for entry-level and lesser skilled and knowledgeable equipment operations staff.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.
• Over two years and up to and including four years of operating heavy equipment or related experience.

Special Certifications And Licenses

• Requires:
  • OSHA Training
  • Flagger Certification
  • Defensive Driving
  • CPR/First Aid Certification
  • Commercial Driver’s License (Class A)
• IMPORTANT: Submit a copy of certifications and license with application. Applications submitted without these items will not be considered.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Supplemental Information

All applicants tentatively selected for a position with Beaufort County Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a background check prior to appointment. Employment is contingent upon clearing both the drug screening and background investigation. Beaufort County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Please Select All Certifications/License You Currently Possess

• OSHA training certification
• Flagger Certification
• Defensive Driving Training
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Required Question

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term & short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, please visit the Beaufort County Human Resources website.