Light Equipment Operator

Macon-Bibb County Consolidated Government; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision plans

Prescription coverage

Flexible Spending Account(s)

Annual/Sick Leave

Group Life Insurance

401-A Retirement Contribution Plan - 5

Job summary

The Macon-Bibb County Consolidated Government is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Worker to operate light duty mowing and vegetation control equipment and support right-of-way clearing. Under supervision, you'll ensure safe access for motorists, pedestrians and utility crews.

You will perform daily inspections, basic maintenance, and assist in route planning while collaborating with a team to complete assignments efficiently and safely in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience operating small tractors and mowers.

Responsibilities

• Operates light duty equipment such as bush hogs, mowers, and tractors.
• Performs daily inspections and basic maintenance on equipment.
• Safely navigate around traffic, slopes, and uneven terrain.
• Plan routes and prioritize areas with supervisors and crew.
• Record work completed and equipment usage.
• Reports malfunctions to supervisor and assists with repairs.
• Performs traffic control when required.

Skills

Equipment operation

Traffic safety

Route learning

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year tractor/mower experience

Job description

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled work in the operation of light duty motorized equipment and the performance of manual tasks in connection with such operations. Responsible for operating specialized mowing and vegetation control equipment to maintain right-of-ways. Ability to operate farm equipment (tractors). This role ensures safe visibility and access for motorists, pedestrians and utility crews.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates light duty equipment such as bush hogs, tiger mowers, and tractors.
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance on assigned equipment (checks fluids, blades, tires, and windows for cracks).
• Safely navigate and work around traffic, slopes, ditches, and uneven landscape.
• Collaborate with supervisors and crew members to plan routes and prioritize areas needing attention.
• Cut right-of-ways throughout city and county.
• Maintain accurate reports of work completed, and equipment usage.
• Reports malfunctions of equipment to the supervisor.
• Performs traffic control when assigned.
• Notes and reports malfunctions of equipment to the proper authority.
• Performs other duties as required.

Secondary Job Duties

• Operates medium and heavy equipment under close supervision on an occasional basis as may be required.
• Performs additional unique and specialized duties as may be required by the department.
• Completes special projects and performs other miscellaneous duties as required.

Equipment Operated

Light and medium vegetation control and right-of-way clearing equipment, and other assigned equipment.

Education, Training and Experience

High school diploma / GED or equivalent combination of education and experience, and

One (1) year experience operating small tractors and mowers.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the operation of various types of light equipment, such as bush hogs, mowers, and tractors.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and ordinances pertaining to the safe and legal operation of tractors, trucks, and equipment.
• Ability to make minor adjustments, maintenance and perform service work.
• Ability to withstand constant jerking and bouncing while operating equipment.
• Ability to learn the general layout of the city and county and learn routes.
• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and with members of the general public.

• Medical / Dental / Vision plans
• Prescription coverage
• Discounted Fitness centers
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual/Sick Leave
• Group Life Insurance
• 401-A Retirement Contribution Plan - Matches up to 5%