Light Equipment Operator - Streets Maintenance

Valdosta Police Department; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Valdosta Police Department seeks a Street Maintenance Operator to operate a truck and trailer and to manage equipment for city streets and drainage systems. The role requires driving, mowing, herbicide application, and street repairs, with routine vehicle inspections and traffic control duties.

The position emphasizes knowledge of maintenance techniques, city geographics, safety policies, and basic math; prior apprenticeship or internship experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of street and drainage system maintenance techniques and equipment.
• Knowledge of city safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of city geography including street names and locations.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic math calculations.

Responsibilities

• Operate a truck and trailer to transport equipment and materials.
• Operate mowing equipment and bush hogs.
• Operate tractor to apply herbicides to drainage ditches.
• Operate equipment for street repair and maintenance.
• Patch asphalt and fill potholes.
• Maintain radio contact with dispatchers.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Assist in traffic control at work sites.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Prioritizing work

Hand and power tools

Oral and written communication

Basic math

Education

Apprenticeship/Internship experience

Tools

Truck and trailer operation

Job description

Description

This position operates assigned vehicles and light equipment in the maintenance of city streets and stormwater systems.

• Operates a truck and trailer to transport equipment and materials to and from work sites.
• Operates a bush hog and other mowing equipment.
• Operates and tractor to applies herbicides to drainage ditches.
• Operates a variety of equipment used in the repair and maintenance of streets.
• Patches asphalt and fills potholes.
• Maintains radio contact with dispatchers to send and receive information.
• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment; performs pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Assists in traffic control at work sites.
• Performs related duties.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the techniques, equipment, and supplies used in street and drainage system maintenance.
• Knowledge of city and departmental safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the geography of the city, including street names and locations.
• Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles, trucks and light equipment.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Salary Description

17.25/hour