Equipment Operator

DeKalb County (GA)•Decatur, GA

66d•$18 - $30

About The Position

The purpose of this classification is to drive or operate heavy trucks, tractors, and other medium-sized equipment where driving and maneuvering the vehicle constitutes the majority of the work required to complete tasks for various maintenance, upkeep, and/or construction projects; equipment in this classification does not involve the operation of additional mechanisms other than those that are moderately simple and routine. This classification is safety sensitive, subject to random drug testing in accordance with the County's Drug & Alcohol Policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred
One year of experience in heavy equipment operation
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Class B Commercial Driver's License
Some assignments may require a Georgia Class A Commercial Driver's License and/or special endorsements.
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a valid 12-month DOT Medical Blue Card as a condition of employment for some departments.

Responsibilities

Operates various equipment and vehicles to complete tasks related to the maintenance, upkeep, installation, and construction of County grounds, property, utilities, rights-of-way, and other infrastructure for departmental operations
Drives single, tandem, and tri-axle dump trucks or brush trucks in order to transport and haul materials between original and final destinations for use in maintenance and construction projects
Drives rear-loading and semi-automated sanitation trucks to collect solid waste along an assigned route
Operates tractors and tractor-mounted mowing equipment to mow/maintain rights-of-way, parks, and other County property, including operation of side-arm, bush hogs, and rear-mounted mowers, but not exclusively small riding mowers
Operates asphalt roller or compactor to flatten and compress dirt, gravel, asphalt, and other materials.
Utilizes asphalt patching truck to make repairs to existing streets and paved surfaces by filling potholes, cracks, and other deformities
Drives special purpose trucks with mounted tanks to transport and distribute water, insecticide, oil, or other liquids for use in maintenance, upkeep, and construction projects
Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning route for the day
Transports, loads and unloads various materials and equipment used in projects.
Performs manual labor in support of construction, maintenance, and upkeep projects
Utilizes safety equipment and wears protective gear
Receives, prepares or completes various forms and documentation
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems