Equipment Operator

Streets & Sidewalk Dept. Equipment Operator

Summary Objective

Under occasional supervision, operates a variety of heavy and light equipment and trucks in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of City properties, which may include grounds, roads and bridges, rights-of-way and/or drainage structures. Performs related work as required.

Mixes, pours and spreads concrete, asphalt, dirt, gravel and other materials in the maintenance and repair of streets, drainage systems and green spaces.

Benefits and compensation:

• 12 Paid Federal Holidays
• 12 Paid Vacation Days Occurred Annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days Occurred Annually
• Premium Employer Medical, and Dental Healthcare Benefits
• South Carolina State Retirement

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are those that represent most of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Operates a variety of light and heavy automotive, construction or related equipment as required, which may include a bush hog, various mowers and tractors, backhoe, excavator, dump truck, loader, motor grader, roller, tractor trailer, pickup truck, etc.

• Uses equipment to prepare building sites for exterior site concrete such as parking lots, driveways, sidewalks.

• Uses equipment for various tasks, which may include hauling and moving materials; excavating earth; grading sites; scraping roads; digging and backfilling trenches.

• Inspects and fuels vehicle prior to beginning shift.

• Utilizes various types of small equipment and hand and power tools in the performance of duties, which may include chainsaws, cement/asphalt cut saw.

• Uses various tools, which may include grounds maintenance tools and supplies, transit, level, measuring devices, etc.

• Loads equipment and materials onto / off trucks and trailers.

• Inspects machinery and equipment daily to ensure proper condition for the completion of daily responsibilities; performs minor repairs and maintenance, including washing, greasing, fueling, etc.; ensures bolts, hoses and pins are properly secured.

• Performs duties in accordance with all division policies, procedures, and standards of quality and safety.

• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other City personnel, co-workers, and the general public.

• Will be designated to report to work during hazardous weather or emergency conditions.

• Performs related work as may be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.65 - $21.22 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Pay: $19.65 - $21.22 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any experience in asphalt road work? i.e., potholes or patch work. If yes, PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS.
• Do you have any experience in concrete finishing? If yes, PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS.
• Do you have experience operating excavators? If yes, PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS.

Experience:

• Excavator: 1 year (Required)
• Concrete finishing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person