Heavy Equipment Operator

CITY OF VALDOSTA•Valdosta, GA

42d•Onsite

About The Position

This position operates heavy equipment in the construction, repair and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems.

Knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection system operation and maintenance principles.
Knowledge of the hazards inherent to heavy equipment, traffic control, utility maintenance work and the safety measures used to mitigate those hazards.
Knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of a variety of job-related tools and equipment.
Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
Skill in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment.
Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
Skill in the establishment of safe work zones.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Possession of a valid class A or B commercial driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia.

Operates a backhoe, excavator, Vac Con truck, and other equipment and vehicles.
Maintains assigned equipment; conducts pre- and post-trip safety inspections.
Performs excavation and site repair duties.
Repairs landscaping, roadways, driveways, and sidewalks.
Operates a variety of hand and power tools.
Transports equipment, materials and personnel to and from work sites.
Assists in the repairs and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
Flags traffic at work sites.
Responds to after-hours emergencies when on-call.
Provides supports to other divisions and to contractors as assigned.
Performs related duties.