General Equipment Operator/Truck Driver I

Lancaster County Government • Lancaster, SC

32d • Onsite

About The Position

Under regular supervision, drives trucks and operates a variety of equipment being utilized on site for solid waste/recycling program. This role involves operating a variety of trucks and light motor equipment in various semi-skilled duties such as the transport of refuse containers from county convenience centers to landfills/transfer stations/material recovery facilities. The operator will also drive a truck to various locations throughout the County and haul various materials being utilized on job sites, mainly refuse material. Additionally, the role includes assisting with other related public works duties such as putting out asphalt, installing driveway tiles, installing rock on roads, grading, installing signs, and removing road debris. The position requires exercising care and safety in the use of equipment and tools, performing duties to maintain the cleanliness and operation of the trucks, and communicating with supervisors, other department personnel, and the public. Weekend and holiday work is mandatory, and the employee may be called in for emergency/severe weather situations. Routine maintenance tasks around the department may also be required.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must have a valid South Carolina “Class B” commercial driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of trucks and light motor equipment in various semi-skilled duties such as transport of refuse containers from county convenience centers to landfills/transfer stations/material recovery facilities.
• Operates a truck to travel to various locations throughout the County and haul various materials being utilized on job sites, mainly refuse material.
• Operates various truck and light motor equipment such as a dump truck, roll off trucks, asphalt roller, bushhog, knuckle boom, etc.
• Assists with other related public works duties such as putting out asphalt, installing driveway tiles, installing rock on roads, grading, installing signs, removing road debris, etc.
• Exercises care and safety in the use of equipment and tools required to complete assigned tasks.
• Performs duties to maintain the cleanliness and operation of the trucks.
• Communicates with immediate supervisor, other department personnel, and the public.
• Performs related duties as required.
• May be required to perform routine maintenance tasks around the department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED