Public Works Heavy Equipment Operator

Camden County Board of Commissioners; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Camden County Board of Commissioners is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support Public Works construction and maintenance projects. This role operates front-end loaders, bulldozers, backhoes, excavators, rollers, tractors, motor graders and other equipment as assigned.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading and transporting equipment, hauling materials with dump trucks, operating a transit to shoot grade, assisting with traffic control, and performing pre/post-trip inspections.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with specialized training in the field.
• 1-2 years of experience in a similar position or apprenticeship.
• Possession of valid Class A commercial driver's license issued by the State of Georgia.

Responsibilities

• Operates front end loader, bulldozer, backhoe, excavator, roller, tractor, motor grader and other equipment as assigned.
• Unloads and loads equipment for transport; operates a lowboy to transport equipment.
• Operates a dump truck to haul materials.
• Operates a transit to shoot grade.
• Assists in traffic control at work sites.
• Performs pre and post trip vehicle and equipment inspections.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools.

Skills

Knowledge of public works maintenance

Safety policies and procedures

Geography of county roads

Operation of heavy equipment

Prioritizing and organizing work

Hand and power tool use

Oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma

Apprenticeship or internship experience

Job description

The Camden County Board of Commissioners is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to support Public Works construction and maintenance projects. This role operates front-end loaders, bulldozers, backhoes, excavators, rollers, tractors, motor graders and other equipment as assigned.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading and transporting equipment, hauling materials with dump trucks, operating a transit to shoot grade, assisting with traffic control, and performing pre/post-trip inspections.