Light Equipment Operator #2483; #2499; #2501; #2513

Columbia County • Columbia County, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Light Equipment Operator transports materials, installs drainage pipe, and clears grass to help provide a safe, serviceable county road and drainage system. Successful performance supports well-maintained roads, proper drainage, and timely delivery of supplies. The work follows the Georgia traffic code and supervisor instructions, and involves clear-cut tasks that can be complicated by weather, traffic, underground utilities, and interactions with the public.

The position is performed outdoors, with possible exposure to cold or inclement weather, noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery or its moving parts. Protective devices such as masks, goggles, and gloves are required. Physical demands include intermittent sitting, standing, stooping, bending, or crouching; occasional lifting of objects weighing less than 24 pounds; frequent lifting of objects weighing 25 pounds or more; and using tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with completing high school or an equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties, usually gained through an apprenticeship or internship, or one to two years in a similar position.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid commercial driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the class of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Knowledge of county policies and procedures pertaining to road maintenance and improvement.
• Knowledge of construction principles.
• Knowledge of how to repair heavy equipment tires.
• Skill in operating equipment such as dump trucks, loaders, and backhoes.
• Skill in operating power tools.
• Skill in locating underground cable.
• Skill in dealing with the public.

Responsibilities

• Operate dump trucks to transport rock, sand, gravel, and other materials.
• Operate tractors to cut grass and underbrush.
• Operate road-maintenance equipment, including front-end loaders, backhoes, pans, and bulldozers.
• Install and maintain cross drains, driveway pipe, and tail ditches.
• Communicate with utility company personnel about underground utility locations.
• Repair road and bridge ties.
• Repair water cuts.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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