Equipment Operator II - G120 - Sewer Maintenance

Columbus Consolidated GovernmentColumbus, GA
Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for operating motorized equipment to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of the stormwater system. Operates dump trucks to deliver materials and remove debris from job sites. Trains, supervises, and monitors the work of assigned personnel. Performs daily maintenance and safety inspections of assigned equipment; cleans and secures trucks and equipment. Assists crews in identifying cave-in ownership and supports other departments with vacuum and high-pressure water services. Maintains inventory of all supplies and equipment. Operates backhoes, tillers, dump trucks, box blades, and chainsaws. Participates in repair and maintenance activities, including repairing cave-ins on storm sewer boxes and pipes, replacing pipe joints, broken grates, and inlets, removing trees from roadways, and building inlets as needed. Completes required records and documentation. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques utilized in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the storm water system.
  • Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the storm water system.
  • Skill in the investigation and resolution of drainage problems.
  • Skill in implementing policies and procedures.
  • Skill in problem solving and decision making.
  • Skill in management and supervision.
  • Skill in the operation of an Eductor Truck.
  • Skill in the operation of backhoes, tillers, dump trucks, box blades, and chain saws.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
  • Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
  • Must pass the Department of Corrections three-day certification within the time frame required by this department.
  • Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Nice To Haves

  • Completion of specialized training in the occupational field.
  • This position is required to supervise state inmate labor.

Responsibilities

  • Operates motorized equipment to support the installation, maintenance, and repair of the stormwater system.
  • Operates dump trucks to deliver materials and remove debris from job sites.
  • Trains, supervises, and monitors the work of assigned personnel.
  • Performs daily maintenance and safety inspections of assigned equipment; cleans and secures trucks and equipment.
  • Assists crews in identifying cave-in ownership and supports other departments with vacuum and high-pressure water services.
  • Maintains inventory of all supplies and equipment.
  • Operates backhoes, tillers, dump trucks, box blades, and chainsaws.
  • Participates in repair and maintenance activities, including repairing cave-ins on storm sewer boxes and pipes, replacing pipe joints, broken grates, and inlets, removing trees from roadways, and building inlets as needed.
  • Completes required records and documentation.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
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