Senior Equipment Operator III - Road & Drainage

Blount Partnership; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Blount Partnership in Maryville, TN is seeking an Equipment Operator III to perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and drainage of alleys, streets, and county properties.

You will operate a range of heavy equipment, including dump trucks, paving machines, rollers, loaders, and related tools, under direct supervision and in varied weather conditions. A commitment to safety and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Operate tractors, heavy trucks, and other equipment in all weather.
• Follow simple oral and written directions.
• Make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Be flexible when duties change.
• Work cooperatively as a team member.
• Follow department policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy road and construction equipment on county roads and highways.
• Drive tandem axle dump trucks hauling asphalt, sand, dirt, and materials.
• Operate paving rollers, loaders, pavers, water trucks, and other machinery.
• Mow/til right-of-ways using tractors with bush hog or long arm and by hand tools for hard-to-reach areas.
• Use hand tools, forklifts, chain saws, weed eaters, and lawn mowers.
• Operate chipper and other mid-size equipment on paving crews.
• Use shovels, power tools, and other carpenter and construction tools.
• Clean gutters, culverts, and drainage structures.
• Load and unload stone, gravel, dirt, timber, and equipment.
• Provide assistance in emergencies or after-hours weather events.
• Prepare maintenance and weekly reports.
• Perform duties of Equipment Operator I/II or Laborer as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Job description

The Blount Partnership in Maryville, TN is seeking an Equipment Operator III to perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and drainage of alleys, streets, and county properties.

You will operate a range of heavy equipment, including dump trucks, paving machines, rollers, loaders, and related tools, under direct supervision and in varied weather conditions. A commitment to safety and teamwork is essential.