Infrastructure Equipment Operator - Public Services

Town of Mount Pleasant•Mount Pleasant, SC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Works Operator is responsible for the operation of small equipment and occasionally heavy equipment in support of department activities including hauling of debris, construction, repair, and maintenance of Town infrastructure to include roads and drainage systems.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year prior work experience
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Valid South Carolina Driver’s License
Commercial Driver's License
Knowledge of building and construction techniques
Knowledge of operation and maintenance of Division equipment utilizing effective practices and techniques
Knowledge of department safety practices and techniques
Knowledge of various department tools and equipment
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form
Ability to follow directions and complete tasks in a detailed and accurate manner
Ability to complete tasks quickly, efficiently, and safely
Ability to establish effective working relationships with co-workers
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Ability to work under adverse weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Operates dump trucks and other department heavy trucks to haul rock, dirt, refuse and/or trash in support of department activities
Operates small equipment such as a chainsaw, pole saw, vibrating tamp, jumping jack tamp, concrete saw, concrete vibrator, walk behind asphalt roller, mud hog, and portable pumps
Operates a backhoe/trackhoe to install or move drainage pipe, dig ditches, and move debris such as dirt, rock, and vegetation
Operates other heavy equipment, such as bulldozer, asphalt roller, skid-steer loader, mini excavator, and front-end loader in support of the divisions construction or maintenance related activities
Performs basic and routine light maintenance of heavy equipment
May perform hand labor such as shoveling hot mix, cold mix, gravel, and dirt
Builds concrete forms and pours/finishes concrete for sidewalks, sidewalk ramps, curbing, and driveway aprons
May remove brush, trees, and other vegetative debris from worksite
Performs other duties as assigned that relate to construction and maintenance of road, drainage systems, and other Town infrastructure.
Represents the Town and interacts with the public on a daily basis
Performs other duties as required