EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - CORRECTIONS REFUSE

Clayton County, GA • Jonesboro, GA

325d • $34,435

About The Position

The Equipment Operator/Refuse position involves driving trucks and operating equipment for the pickup and removal of debris from residences and county road rights of way. The work includes loading, transporting debris to the county landfill, and unloading it. The role requires checking vehicle and equipment before operation, performing minor repairs, supervising inmates during debris removal, and ensuring safety at work sites.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Five (5) months of experience operating and driving equipment in support of maintenance projects.
• Valid Georgia driver's license.
• May require Commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Drives and operates a variety of trucks and equipment for the purpose of pickup and removal of debris.
• Checks vehicle and equipment before operation; ensures fuel, oil, and other fluid levels are adequate.
• Performs minor equipment repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Reports equipment maintenance problems to supervisor.
• Supervises inmates in the performance of debris removal.
• Removes dead animals from county roads and rights of way.
• Prepares daily report of hours worked, trips to landfill, mileage, etc.
• Flags and directs traffic; places markers, signs, and cones around project/work site.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees