Heavy Equipment Operator - Sewer Maintenance

City of Savannah; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Pension plan

Holidays 12

Job summary

The City of Savannah is hiring for a CDL Enhancement position responsible for operating the sewer Jet-Vac Truck and supporting the sanitary sewer system. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid CDL (Class A or B) with two years of heavy equipment experience.

Responsibilities include operating the Jet-Vac, inspecting and maintaining equipment, performing sewer line cleaning, maps reading, reporting, and responding to customer service requests and sewer breaks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with two years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state commercial driver's license (Class A or B).

Responsibilities

• Operate the Sewer Jet-Vac Truck and assist with operation and maintenance of the sanitary sewer system.
• Jet-Vacuum/Jet truck cleaning of sewer pipelines, manholes, and wetwells.
• Inspect equipment before use to ensure proper operating condition.
• Repair and replace Jet Vac hose; maintain the vacuum truck; daily cleaning and lubrication; debris tank maintenance.
• Operate two-way radio and read sewer maps; write reports (e.g., sewer overflow).
• Respond to sewer service requests and force main breaks; unclog and clear sewer lines.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL A/B

Map reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We offer great pay and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, employee/spouse/child supplemental life insurance, short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, deferred compensation plan (457 B), pension plan, flexible spending account, employee referral program, home purchase assistance, and 12 paid holidays! Women, Minorities, and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply!

CDL Enhancement

Additional $10,000.00

This position is responsible for operating the sewer Jet-Vac Truck

Job Duties

• Assists with the operation and maintenance of the sanitary sewer system.
• Operates a Jet-Vacuum or Jet truck to clean sewer pipelines, manholes, and wetwells.
• Inspect equipment before use to ensure it is in proper operating condition.
• Repair and replace the Jet Vac hose, maintain proper maintenance of the vacuum truck, clean and lubricate the truck daily, and empty and clean the debris tank daily.
• Operates a two-way radio.
• Respond to sanitary sewer customer service requests and sewer force main breaks.
• Unclogs and clears sewer lines in the street, property backyard, or street lane.
• Operates the radio in accordance with proper radio protocol.
• Reads sewer maps and writes reports, such as sewer overflow.
• Operate a computer daily.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; with two (2) years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state commercial driver's license (Class A or B).

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post-offer/pre-employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the operation of assigned heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of water distribution and sewer collection systems, repair, and maintenance techniques.
• Knowledge of department and safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of city geography, including streets and rights-of-way.
• Skill in reading maps.
• Skill in operating various heavy and light equipment.

Minimum Standards

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Water and Sewer Maintenance Supervisor or Water and Sewer Crew Chief assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include city and department policies and procedures, and safe workplace policies and practices. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related heavy equipment operation duties. Operating equipment in narrow lanes and around other utilities contributes to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to operate heavy equipment. Successful performance in this position contributes to the efficiency of sewer system operations.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, and members of the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, and resolve problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in department facilities or outdoors. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and occasional cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices, such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None.