Street Light Equipment Operator w/ CDL

City of Lebanon • Lebanon, TN

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Operates light equipment used in construction, maintenance, and repair activities, and performs semi-skilled work maintaining roads, rights-of-way, bridges, and storm drainage systems. The position works under the close supervision of an assigned supervisor and performs related duties as assigned.

The operator may drive and operate equipment and vehicles, assist crews with excavation and infrastructure work, and perform grounds maintenance. Work is performed in varying weather and work-site conditions and must comply with applicable safety and security standards. The employee may be assigned staggered shifts, overtime, or on-call duty based on department needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Tennessee Class B CDL with a clear driving record.
• Acquire a Tennessee driver's license within 30 days of hire if the candidate does not have a valid Tennessee driver's license.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to observe proper safety precautions and establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions and operate equipment under varying conditions, including excavation sites.
• Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 75 pounds, or up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of prior experience using light- to medium-sized equipment, with some experience related to construction, repair, or maintenance.
• Residence in Wilson County or within a 45-minute drive of Public Works at 410 Park Dr, Lebanon, TN 37087.
• Specific CDL endorsements may be required by some departments.

Responsibilities

• Operate light equipment and vehicles to load, haul, and unload equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Operate machinery as required by department needs, including bobcats, skid steers, backhoes, UTVs/Gators, crew trucks, and tractor mowers.
• Work as part of a crew digging ditches, repairing bridges, laying pipe, spreading asphalt, and performing related work.
• Perform grounds maintenance as needed.
• Occasionally operate heavy equipment that does not require a CDL.
• Perform duties in accordance with appropriate safety and security standards.
• Control traffic at work sites by flagging when required or assigned.
• Work staggered shifts, overtime, or on-call duty when required by department needs or assigned by an authorized supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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