Part-Time Equipment Operator III

Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A local government agency in Marietta seeks a Part-Time Equipment Operator III. In this role, you will operate various heavy construction machinery for maintenance projects, ensure safety compliance, and conduct light maintenance on equipment. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, along with three years of relevant experience and a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License. This is a mid-senior level position within the fields of management and manufacturing, offered on a part-time basis.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience operating construction equipment.
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License required.
• Must obtain Flagging Certification and 1A Erosion certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for construction and maintenance projects.
• Perform light maintenance on equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Traffic management

Manual labor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excavator

Backhoe

Bulldozer

Loader

Job description

Part-Time Equipment Operator III – Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services

Position Information

The purpose of this classification is to operate track or rubber‑tired construction equipment with specialized functions related to maintenance, construction, and operational activities where the operation of complex mechanisms requires the highest degree of skill, dexterity, and finesse, and where work is performed to exacting tolerances.

Distinguishing Characteristics

• Classification is reserved for positions where operation of included equipment is the primary function of the job.

Essential Functions

• Maneuvers heavy equipment and operates complex mechanisms involving digging, moving earth and materials, grading, loading, and performing similar tasks to advance construction and maintenance projects on County roads, grounds, property, utilities, rights‑of‑way, and other infrastructure; operates equipment on‑site and on public roads; maneuvers in and around traffic, crew workers, equipment, utilities, and other obstacles; obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; monitors the environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, equipment, and the public.
• Operates excavator, track hoe, and backhoe to perform skilled digging and trenching for maintenance, upkeep, and construction projects for public utilities and other infrastructure, controlling placement of equipment and determining optimum approach to each digging scenario to minimize property damage and avoid utility lines.
• Operates a track or rubber‑tired loader with large volume and weight capacities to load materials into trucks or move them over short distances; positions equipment and controls height, angle, and position of scoop for optimum delivery of payload; controls amount and weight of materials to avoid exceeding equipment capacity.
• Operates motor‑grader, scraper, and excavator with blade attachment to set gradients for large construction and maintenance projects such as roads, landscaping, embankments, and other projects requiring exacting specifications related to slope, angle, and pitch; determines appropriate settings and adjusts blades to achieve desired outcomes; maneuvers equipment and operates mechanisms to skillfully set gradient, smooth surfaces, and spread materials.
• Operates bulldozer, scraper, and compactor to move earth, gravel, sand, and other materials for large construction and maintenance projects and landfill operations; operates mechanisms to establish rough grades or to smooth and compact surfaces in preparation for pavement, construction, or other work.
• Drives large tractor‑trailer rigs and low‑boys to transport solid waste between transfer stations and the landfill or to move construction equipment to and from job sites; positions vehicle for efficient loading or unloading of equipment and materials; secures all doors, gates, and fasteners to prevent spillage or loss of load.
• Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work; performs light maintenance on equipment, including changing oil, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds, and mounted equipment upon completion; secures vehicle after use.
• Transports, loads, and unloads various materials and equipment used in projects.
• Performs manual labor in support of construction, maintenance, and upkeep projects: lifts, moves, loads, and unloads materials, equipment, tools, furniture, and supplies; digs ditches, trenches, and holes manually or with power equipment; shovels, rakes, spreads, compacts, and levels dirt, rock, asphalt, cement, and other materials; retrieves supplies, materials, tools, equipment and other items; runs various errands as needed; collects and transports materials, supplies, tools, and equipment to and from the worksite; removes litter, debris, and deceased animals from roadways and other County property.
• Follows established safety procedures: utilizes safety equipment and wears protective gear; monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; monitors traffic conditions; flags and directs traffic and places markers, signs, and cones around project and work site; reports incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.
• Receives, prepares, or completes various forms and documentation, including work orders, time cards, maintenance reports, spray records, diagrams, maps, manuals, reference materials, and other documents; reviews, completes, processes, forwards, or retains as appropriate.
• Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; communicates via telephone and/or two‑way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
• Operates equipment and trucks included at the lower level in this job family; provides coverage during special events and activities as needed; responds to emergency and disaster situations as needed; provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; three years of experience operating equipment in the construction, repair, and/or maintenance of infrastructure or a related field.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License; some assignments may require a Class A Commercial Driver's License and/or special endorsements.
• Must obtain and maintain Flagging Certification and 1A Erosion certification within 12 months from hire date.

Physical Abilities

• Tasks involve the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; may involve lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling moderately heavy objects and materials (20‑50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

• Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

• Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

• Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Part‑time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Public Safety