Street Equipment Operator 2

City of Pigeon Forge; Pigeon Forge (TN); On-site; USD 63,036,000 - 69,974,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Pigeon Forge is seeking a Highway Maintenance worker to perform road upkeep, mowing, and debris removal using a variety of heavy equipment. The role supports the Street Department in keeping roadways safe and functional.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least six months’ experience with highway maintenance and heavy machinery, plus a Tennessee Class B CDL. Non-exempt, full-time position requiring physical work in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED program.
• Minimum six months of experience in highway maintenance operations and operating heavy equipment.
• Valid Tennessee Commercial Driver’s License, Class B, required and the ability to be insured at standard vehicle liability rates.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and machinery for highway construction and maintenance.
• Mow shoulders and medians and clear brush along city roadways.
• Direct traffic and ensure public safety during mowing and road work.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Public safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Location 3215 RENA ST,P.O. BOX1350,PIGEON FORGE, TN, 37863-3759,United States
• Base Pay $21.98 - $24.42 / Hour
• Job Category Street Department
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school

Contact information

• Name Gary Ott
• Phone [phone]

Nature of Work

This is very responsible highway and road maintenance work involving the mowing, cleaning, construction and repair of roadways for the City of Pigeon Forge. Activities associated with the job include operating all types of equipment used for road installation and repair, mowing shoulders and medians, trimming brush, and removing debris from city roadways. Incumbents must have considerable experience in utilizing heavy equipment and machinery and be capable of operating all of the heavy equipment and machinery utilized by the street department for road construction and repair, mowing and clearing brush. Incumbents may also be required to perform a variety of activities associated with roadway construction including directing traffic and ensuring the safety of the public and co-workers. Job responsibilities require experience operating heavy equipment and machinery utilized for highway maintenance and repair, good organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skills and sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions. Job performance is evaluated daily by the Crew Leader and Assistant Street Superintendent in consultation with the Street Superintendent through review of the safe and proper operation of heavy equipment and machinery, level of support provided for street operations, compliance with operating policies and procedures, willingness to perform job assignments and observation of the activities performed on the job.

Illustrative Examples of Work

• Cuts down trees and heavy brush to clear right of ways when necessary.
• Mows shoulders and medians and clears brush and trees along city roadways when necessary.
• Operates street sweeper, boom trucks, tractors, pruning equipment, chippers and bush hogs to mow and clear roadside right of ways when necessary.
• Operates graders, rollers, dozers, front end loaders, paving machines, dump truck, and other heavy equipment utilized for street construction and repair projects.
• Operates backhoes and assists with the installation of drainage tile along roadways to ensure proper drainage and prevent erosion.
• Puts up and moves signs to warn traffic of mowing activities and road construction projects.
• Makes minor repairs and adjustments to maintain the proper operation of street equipment and machinery.
• Operates snowplows to apply melting agents and remove snow and ice from city roadways.
• Shovels and rakes hot or cold mix to repair potholes and small patches of roadway when necessary.
• Performs minor preventive maintenance activities on street equipment.
• Directs traffic around highway maintenance operations such as mowing, paving, and road repair activities when necessary.
• Assists with the hanging and removing of event decorations which may require the use of a bucket truck.
• Performs duties at City of Pigeon Forge special events as required.
• Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Necessary Requirements of Work

• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED program; a minimum of six months of experience working in highway maintenance operations and operating heavy equipment and machinery; ability to interact tactfully with the public; ability to make timely and appropriate decisions within established operating procedures; sufficient strength and agility to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions; or any equivalent combination of education and/or experience to perform the following critical knowledge, abilities and skills:
• Extensive knowledge of street equipment operation and maintenance including side and boom mowers, bush hogs, back hoes, rollers, graders, track drilling equipment, paving machines, broom sweepers, and chippers.
• Thorough knowledge of traffic regulations pertaining to right of way and related safety procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures and minor repair of heavy equipment and machinery utilized for street construction, mowing and maintenance.
• Thorough knowledge of all roadways, highways, and thoroughfares located in City of Pigeon Forge.
• Considerable knowledge of safety rules and practices associated with highway construction and maintenance operations.
• Considerable knowledge of the precautions necessary to work safely around heavy equipment utilized in highway construction and maintenance projects.
• Ability to operate specialized and non-specialized street equipment and machinery in a safe and proper manner.
• Ability to operate chain saws, power tools and hand tools in a proper and safe manner.
• Ability to make proper job-related decisions after receiving daily assignments.
• Ability to maintain routine time and materials records and reports.
• Ability to communicate and interact with the public in a professional and tactful manner.
• Ability to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job in a variety of weather conditions.
• Skill in the operation of heavy equipment utilized in highway construction and maintenance projects and the mowing and maintenance of right of ways.

Necessary Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid Tennessee Commercial Driver’s License, Class B required and the ability to be insured at standard vehicle liability rates.

Physical Requirements

• This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pound of force occasionally, up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Work requires stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and repetitive motions
• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels
• Visual acuity is required for inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
• The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, hazards, and atmospheric conditions.

Summary

The City of Pigeon Forge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions, including those that are federal or state sponsored, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. The City is committed to complying with both Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d). The City is a Drug‑Free Workplace, and all applicants are subject to a non‑DOT drug screen, driving history check, background check, and non‑DOT physical in accordance with City policy.

Possession of a valid Tennessee Class B CDL is requiredDeadline to apply is Friday, October 30, 2026

Additional Information

• Application Deadline Position is open until Filled