Heavy Equipment Operator - Stormwater Dept.

City of Grovetown•Grovetown, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator performs labor to repair, install, and maintain stormwater infrastructure and drainage systems in the City of Grovetown. The position reports infrastructure problems, helps ensure repairs are made in a timely manner, and collects and maintains information for reports required by local or state mandates. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Water/Sewer/Stormwater Operations Manager, who provides training and monitors work as it progresses. The role follows established rules, guidelines, and policies, with limited interpretation, and requires understanding its scope and duties with minimal instruction. Work is typically outdoors in an uncontrolled environment, with exposure to noise, traffic, grease, dirt, dirty water, unsanitary trash, smoke, chemicals, rotting leaves, trees, and severe weather. The position requires frequent lifting of items weighing more than 50 pounds, as well as bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. Applicants must be in good physical condition and have a high degree of manual dexterity. The position pays $20.19 per hour. Full-time employees are eligible for 100% paid medical insurance, dental coverage, life insurance, short-term disability, and paid retirement. Applicants must submit a City application to the HR Director by mail or email. Interviews are scheduled after the application deadline of Friday, October 2, 2026, at 5 p.m. The City of Grovetown is an equal opportunity employer and abides by the ADA.

Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Have one year of experience working in a similar job.
Achieve a Level 1A Georgia Soil and Erosion Certification within six months of employment.
Possess a high school diploma or GED.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Be subject to a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Follow all City policies, rules, and regulations.
Possess or have the ability to pass the Georgia DOT Flagging Procedures course.
Be able to perform manual labor for extended periods.
Be able to understand oral and written instructions and read, write, and speak English.
Be able to deal courteously and tactfully with fellow employees and the general public, and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, and the public.
Have the ability to achieve the Level 1A Georgia Soil and Erosion Certification.
Be able to be cross-trained to perform other related duties.

Nice To Haves

Commercial driver's license (CDL) preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain drainage systems by pulling ditches and/or cutting drainage ditches off roads.
Stabilize drainage ditches with matting or rip rap.
Operate a range of heavy and light equipment.
Remove obstructions from drainage culverts and storm drains, and clean pipelines.
Pour cement used in curbing, traps, and patching cracks.
Order and maintain equipment.
Pack supplies needed at job sites.
Dig holes, unstop ditches, and clear debris that may obstruct water flow through street drains and pipes.
Respond to storm emergencies and assist other departments when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned or required by the program.
Collect and maintain records and data used to compile reports for the stormwater system.
Report infrastructure problems and help ensure appropriate repairs are made in a timely manner.