Equipment Operator II

Meriwether County•Meriwether County, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs skilled trades work operating medium to heavy construction and specialty equipment, including equipment weighing up to and in excess of 35,000 pounds, and heavy trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating exceeding 65,000 pounds. Maintains assigned equipment and performs minor maintenance and related work. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the assigned supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Deputy Director, or Director. Close supervision is exercised over assigned crews. The role participates in county road and street construction and maintenance, including work on rights-of-way, drainage systems, ditches, culverts, bridges, and grading projects. It operates equipment around traffic, utilities, and in confined areas; performs grading and trenching according to plans and blueprints; and supports compliance with trench safety, soil protection, sedimentation, and stormwater requirements. The operator also conducts erosion and sedimentation inspections, oversees and trains crews in flagging and work-zone traffic control, and helps with seasonal roadway issues such as storm debris, snow removal, and ice control. The position inspects and maintains assigned equipment and trucks daily, monitors worksite safety, performs Equipment Operator I duties as needed, follows county policies and procedures, and promotes excellent customer service. Other duties may be assigned by the County Administrator, Director, or Deputy Director.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, and considerable experience operating medium to heavy equipment and trucks, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Thorough knowledge of the operation, maintenance, capabilities, and limitations of equipment used in the assigned area.
Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in equipment operation.
Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations governing equipment-hauling operations.
Skill in using heavy-equipment hauling trucks and trailers and operating heavy earth-moving equipment.
Ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions.
Ability to detect mechanical failures and make minor equipment repairs and adjustments.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and the general public.
Ability to perform arithmetic computations and calculate quantities and percentages.
Knowledge of calculating project grades and elevations, and some knowledge of reading and interpreting civil engineering drawings.
Favorable background history as determined by review of local, state, and federal records.
Valid Georgia commercial driver's license, Class B minimum.
Completion of a National Safety Council Excavation/Trench Safety Course for construction.
Obtain National Safety Council Flagger certification within six months.
Obtain and maintain a current Georgia Soil & Water Conservation Commission Level IA Card for construction.
Willingness to follow safety best practices and promote a safe working environment.

Nice To Haves

Class A commercial driver's license, preferred for hauling heavy equipment over 10,000 pounds and combination vehicles in Georgia.
May require additional safety training or certifications.

Responsibilities

Participate in construction and maintenance of county roads and streets, rights-of-way, drainage systems, ditches, culverts, bridges, and grading projects.
Operate medium to heavy construction equipment, specialty equipment, heavy trucks, and associated small equipment.
Operate equipment in street and pedestrian traffic, near above-ground and underground utilities, and in other tight spaces requiring care and skill.
Perform grading and trenching work according to plans and blueprints, complying with National Safety Council trench safety standards.
Ensure compliance with federal and state protective measures for soil, sedimentation, and stormwater.
Conduct daily erosion and sedimentation site inspections, make repairs, and submit reports.
Oversee, train, and participate in flagging, pilot-vehicle, and work-zone traffic-control functions.
Oversee, train, and participate in road construction and maintenance work.
Assist with seasonal roadway maintenance, including storm debris removal, snow removal, and ice control.
Inspect and perform daily maintenance on assigned heavy equipment and trucks.
Perform and monitor work-safety measures to protect employees and the public.
Perform Equipment Operator I duties as necessary or required.
Comply with Meriwether County policies and procedures and promote excellent customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned by the County Administrator, Director, or Deputy Director.