OPERATOR I (Stormwater)

City of Conyers•Conyers, GA

1d•$19 - $28

About The Position

This is skilled and semi-skilled work operating moderately complex and heavy equipment and performing manual labor. The role operates vehicles and equipment used in construction and maintenance projects and transports materials and personnel to and from work sites. It also uses power tools to prepare areas for construction and requires safe, skilled equipment operation and maintenance. Work is performed under close supervision, with regular verbal and written instructions.

Requirements

Completion of a high school course or GED.
Experience in similar manual work.
Experience in more than one specialized commercial construction trade.
Experience operating equipment such as bobcats, bush hogs, and tractors for construction and maintenance projects.
Experience in pressurized potable water and sewer piping plumbing.
Experience operating construction equipment close to roadways and utilities.
Complete a DOT flagger’s course or obtain it within six months of hire.
Possess a valid Georgia driver’s license.
Knowledge of operation and maintenance techniques for moderately complex equipment.
Knowledge of power tools and other tools, and good knowledge of state and local road safety rules and regulations.
Skill operating equipment close to utility lines and understanding basic general construction principles.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate using a two-way radio.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds, work in inclement weather, operate manual-transmission and clutch vehicles, climb ladders, withstand heights, work in confined spaces, and tolerate dust and dirt.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, follow safety practices and procedures, assemble materials, construct rough products, recognize hazardous waste, and work as part of a crew.
Ability to safely operate light construction equipment, negotiate uneven terrain unassisted while carrying objects up to 50 pounds, maneuver in low-clearance areas, and operate a standard-equipped vehicle.
An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

Operate a chain saw to clear rights-of-way.
Operate a dump truck under 36,000 G.V.W. and pull equipment trailers when necessary.
Respond to building maintenance calls.
Assist with construction and maintenance tasks, including building stormwater catch basins and sidewalks, plumbing, electrical work, and other construction jobs as needed.
Operate a bush hog, bobcat, pipe saws, boring tools, and other related heavy equipment for construction and maintenance projects.
Assist with construction projects.
Maintain road quality by repairing roads with gravel and asphalt.
Perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operation.
Perform heavy manual labor as necessary.
Perform related work as required.