Right-of-Way & Vegetation Mower Operator

Macon-Bibb County Government; Fort Valley (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Macon-Bibb County Government is seeking a dependable Equipment Operator to support right-of-way maintenance and related tasks. The role involves operating light to medium vegetation-control equipment and tractors, performing routine checks, and ensuring safe traffic interactions in city and county areas.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience operating small tractors and mowers, with the ability to follow directions and maintain accurate work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus related experience.
• At least 1 year operating small tractors and mowers.

Responsibilities

• Operates light duty equipment such as bush hogs, tiger mowers, and tractors.
• Performs daily inspections and basic maintenance on equipment.
• Safely navigate and work around traffic, slopes, ditches, and uneven landscape.
• Collaborate with supervisors and crew members to plan routes and prioritize areas needing attention.
• Cut right-of-ways throughout city and county.
• Maintain accurate reports of work completed, and equipment usage.
• Reports malfunctions of equipment to the supervisor.
• Performs traffic control when assigned.
• Notes and reports malfunctions of equipment to the proper authority.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Safety awareness

Traffic control knowledge

Route planning

Communication

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Macon-Bibb County Government is seeking a dependable Equipment Operator to support right-of-way maintenance and related tasks. The role involves operating light to medium vegetation-control equipment and tractors, performing routine checks, and ensuring safe traffic interactions in city and county areas.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience operating small tractors and mowers, with the ability to follow directions and maintain accurate work