Equipment Operator II - 2nd Shift

West Columbia, City of•Public Works Department, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, operates tractors, lawn mowers, pickup trucks hauling a double-axle trailer, and other equipment to maintain and beautify City property. The role includes refueling vehicles and performing general maintenance on them. The position reports to the Superintendent of Parks and Beautification. The schedule is mid-day until sunset, Monday through Friday, with hours varying by season and possible changes during summer months due to heat. Some overtime, weekend, and on-call hours are expected. The work includes outdoor duties in extreme heat or cold for extended periods, equipment and grounds maintenance, litter removal, and support for City events and emergencies. The City of West Columbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. The job description is not an employment agreement or contract, and management may alter it at any time without notice.

Requirements

Junior high school education and two years of experience as a truck or heavy equipment operator, in park maintenance, horticulture and landscaping, construction, or a closely related position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
Must possess a valid South Carolina Commercial Driver's License.
Knowledge of safe and lawful operating procedures for related trucks and equipment.
Ability to operate motor vehicles and a variety of motor and other equipment.
Ability to lift and/or carry approximately 50 pounds and frequently or constantly exert up to 25 pounds of force to move objects.
Ability to work for extended periods in extreme heat or cold and other challenging conditions, including noise.
Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions, communicate with the public, and receive instructions from a supervisor.
Ability to use common sense and independent judgment, coordinate hands and eyes while operating equipment, and handle emergencies with minimal stress.

Responsibilities

Operate backhoes, skid steers, twin-axle vehicles, mowers, blowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, edgers, and hedge trimmers.
Mow and edge lawns using power equipment.
Maintain established beds and lawns through mulching, aerating, weeding, trimming, and edging.
Use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge or brush trimmers, and axes.
Prune or trim trees, shrubs, and hedges using shears, pruners, or chainsaws.
Gather and remove litter from City containers located throughout the city for public use.
Maintain and repair City-owned tools, equipment, buildings, fences, benches, and other structures using power tools.
Maintain City sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, and other grounds features.
Refuel vehicles and perform general vehicle maintenance, keeping trucks clean and in good operating condition.
Assist with City special events, including organizing, transporting, and setting up equipment.
Provide assistance during emergencies, after-hours situations, and inclement weather.
Perform other related duties as required.
Follow City and regulatory safety and housekeeping standards and maintain a clean, orderly workplace.