Medium Equipment Operator - Street Maintenance

City of Savannah•Savannah, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position maintains lanes, unpaved streets, and shoulders within the City of Savannah by operating assigned construction equipment. The operator assists the supervisor and Crew Chief, working with a crew to complete assigned tasks and projects. The role also includes maintaining rights-of-way, streets, and sidewalks; supporting street construction and maintenance; and following work-site safety guidelines. A CDL enhancement provides an additional $10,000. The position requires a valid commercial driver’s license with an acceptable driving history. Prior to employment, candidates must complete a background investigation, including a supervised drug screen and post-offer/pre-employment medical screen, and have their education, certifications, and licenses verified.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two years of medium equipment operation and maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Valid commercial driver's license with an acceptable driving history; must maintain the license.
Complete a background investigation, including a supervised drug screen, post-offer/pre-employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses prior to employment.

Responsibilities

Operate work-related equipment, including flatbed trucks, tilt-bed trailers, dump trucks, backhoes, Bobcat track loaders, and front-end loaders.
Maintain assigned equipment, complete minor repairs, and wash and grease equipment.
Operate a tandem dump truck.
Inspect equipment before use and transport equipment to job sites.
Ensure work sites comply with safety guidelines.
Perform or assist with street construction and maintenance activities.
Maintain rights-of-way, streets, and sidewalks.
Maintain, inspect, and operate hand and power tools and small equipment, including weed trimmers, chainsaws, and mowers.
Set up traffic control devices at work sites.
Load construction debris and other materials onto trucks.
Move dirt, gravel, rock, sand, and other heavy materials.
Perform general vegetative maintenance, including weed-eating.
Remove debris and shovel soil, rock, mulch, leaves, and other debris.
Perform other related duties as assigned.