Park Maintenance Equipment Operator

Whitfield County, GA; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitfield County, GA is seeking a Maintenance Equipment Operator to operate light equipment and support infrastructure projects for the Recreation & Parks Departments. Duties include mowing rights‑of‑way, trimming trees, inspecting equipment, performing lubrication and minor repairs, and delivering supplies to worksites, with a focus on safety and efficient operations.

High school diploma or GED, and one year of equipment operation experience with a valid Georgia driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience operating equipment in roads/construction maintenance preferred.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Op­erates a variety of light equipment to support maintenance tasks.
• Mows grass, trims trees and shrubbery, and conducts related up­keep of parks and rights‑of‑way.
• Inspects and performs basic maintenance on equipment; reports faults.
• Cleans and maintains shop/work areas; ensures safety of operations.
• Delivers supplies and personnel to worksites; assists with snow removal when needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Defensive driving

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tractor

Mower

Backhoe

Dump truck

Jack hammer

Power tools

Job description

Whitfield County, GA is seeking a Maintenance Equipment Operator to operate light equipment and support infrastructure projects for the Recreation & Parks Departments. Duties include mowing rights‑of‑way, trimming trees, inspecting equipment, performing lubrication and minor repairs, and delivering supplies to worksites, with a focus on safety and efficient operations.

High school diploma or GED, and one year of equipment operation experience with a valid Georgia driver’s license are required.