Equipment Operator, Lead

City of Columbia•Columbia, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position operates heavy equipment in the operation, maintenance and/or construction of City facilities, grounds and infrastructure; maintains assigned equipment; and performs other work as required. The incumbent works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. The work is considered heavy in nature and involves constantly lifting, pushing or raising objects, exerting between 50 and 75 pounds of force on a recurring basis and over 100 pounds of force on a frequent basis.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Three (3) years of relevant prior experience in all aspects of operating a ten cubic yard, rear loading concrete truck, to include daily maintenance and acid washing
Valid South Carolina Class “A” Driver’s License (with no “L” or “O” restrictions)
Ability to compare or inspect items against a standard
Ability to provide information, guidance or assistance to people to directly facilitate task accomplishment; may give directions or assignments to helpers or assistants
Ability to read simple sentences, instructions or work orders; writing simple sentences and completing simple job forms; speaking simple sentences using basic grammar
Ability to perform semi-routine work following procedures with occasional problems
Ability to perform clerical, manual or technical tasks prescribed by standard practices but which may require computation, the use of several procedures, and the use of independent judgments with obvious choices; requires normal attention for accurate results
Ability to make decisions, requiring a few decisions affecting a few co-workers; works in a stable environment with clear and uncomplicated written/oral instructions but with some variations from the routine

Nice To Haves

May have Trench and Shoring Certification
Knowledge of basic addition and subtraction, such as making change or measuring
Ability to lead, operate or repair complex machinery or equipment that requires extended training and experience, such as light or heavy construction / specialized equipment. Involves operations of limited scope

Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment to excavate and compact earth, load / unload materials, move / haul materials, maintain City properties, cut down trees, install pipe, construct roads, and perform other general or specialized functions of various City departments
Operates dump trucks and other trucks, excavators, cranes, motor graders, bull dozers, bob cats, front-end loaders, skid steers, bush hogs, back hoes, compactors, trailers, tractors, low boys, trenchers, etc.
Loads / unloads materials onto vehicles
Organizes daily pours for load size and locations; assists with other driving duties and groundwork when not operating the concrete truck
Uses hand and power tools in various manual tasks as required
Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe working condition; reports defects or required maintenance to the supervisor
Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of assigned tools and equipment
Uses welding and cutting torches as needed in equipment maintenance
Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety
Provides leadership to or assists co-workers with various duties as required
Maintains accurate and complete work records as required
Performs other related duties as assigned