Road & Bridge Equipment Operator

Forsyth County; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsyth County Roads and Bridges Department seeks semi-skilled Equipment Operator staff to maintain county roads and bridges, and assist with traffic control at work sites. The roles cover Operator I–III tracks with certifications required within six months of hire.

Positions require a valid Georgia driver’s license and the ability to obtain flagging credentials. The department offers a pathway for experience-based progression and promotional opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Entry level experience and/or training involving road maintenance and traffic flagging desirable.
• Must obtain and maintain a Flagging Certification within six months from hire date.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintains County roads and bridges and related facilities; fixes potholes and applies cold mix.
• Assists with traffic control at construction/work sites; sets up safety cones and signs.
• Operates a variety of machinery and tools used on projects.
• Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment; reports faults.
• Transports, loads and unloads equipment and materials for projects.

Skills

Flagging certification

Road maintenance

Traffic control

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Equipment operation training

Traffic flagging training

Job description

Forsyth County Roads and Bridges Department seeks semi-skilled Equipment Operator staff to maintain county roads and bridges, and assist with traffic control at work sites. The roles cover Operator I–III tracks with certifications required within six months of hire.

Positions require a valid Georgia driver’s license and the ability to obtain flagging credentials. The department offers a pathway for experience-based progression and promotional opportunities.