Public Works-Heavy Equipment Operator

Catoosa County; LaFayette (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Catoosa County is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to support the Public Works Road Department. The role involves operating excavators, loaders, graders, dozers, dump trucks, and other machinery to build and maintain county roads and drainage systems.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, 3+ years of related experience, and a Class B CDL with Class A preferred. The position may require on‑call hours and adherence to safety regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• More than three years of related experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record: Class B CDL required; Class A preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of heavy equipment used in the construction, repair, and maintenance of county roads, drainage systems, and rights‑of‑way.
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure proper operating condition; checks brakes, mirrors, lights, wipers, belts, hoses, air pressure, fluid levels, etc.
• Performs equipment maintenance duties such as lubricating, greasing, and checking air, oil, gas, and other fluids.
• Loads dump trucks and hauls sand, dirt, clay, asphalt, and other materials to work sites; transports equipment to work sites.
• Flags traffic at work sites as needed.
• Installs pipes and culverts
• Clears debris from roads and rights‑of‑way
• Patches and paves roadways
• Cleans culverts and storm drains
• On‑call after hours may be required
• Subject to on‑call after hours
• Performs related duties

Skills

Equipment operation

Defensive driving

Safety rules

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Class B CDL

Class A CDL preferred

Job description

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• Salary/Pay Rate: Based on qualifications and experience - plus benefits

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Job Summary: This position is responsible for operating a variety of heavy road maintenance and construction equipment in support of the Public Works Road Department.

Job Duties:

• Operates a variety of heavy equipment used in the construction, repair, and maintenance of county roads, drainage systems, and rights-of-way, including excavator, skid steer, loader, grader, grade‑all, tractor, dozer, asphalt roller, dump truck, chipper, etc.
• Inspects equipment prior to use to ensure that it is in proper operating condition; checks brakes, mirrors, lights, wipers, belts, hoses, air pressure, fluid levels, etc.
• Performs equipment maintenance duties such as lubricating, greasing, and checking air, oil, gas, and other fluids
• Loads dump trucks and hauls sand, dirt, clay, asphalt, and other materials to work sites; transports equipment to work sites
• Flags traffic at work sites as needed
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools
• Installs pipes and culverts
• Clears debris from roads and rights‑of‑way
• Patches and paves roadways
• Cuts trees; removes storm debris
• Cleans culverts and storm drains
• Installs and maintains emergency barricades at flooded areas or emergency sites
• Adjusts work assignments and schedules in the event of an emergency to participate in emergency preparedness, response, and recovery activities as needed
• Subject to on‑call after hours
• Performs related duties

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• More than three years of related experience required
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record: Class B CDL required; Class A preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of how to operate and perform minor maintenance on assigned equipment
• Knowledge of department and safety rules and regulations
• Knowledge of county geography, including streets and rights‑of‑way
• Skill in defensive driving techniques
• Skill in operating a variety of heavy and light equipment
• Skill in using various hand and power tools
• Skill in performing road construction and maintenance duties
• Skill in oral and written communication

Catoosa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer