DWM Wastewater Collection Operator I (OWTR)

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Watershed Operator I is responsible for operating light, medium, and heavy trucks and construction equipment for the Office of Linear Infrastructure Operations. Duties include, but are not limited to: operating vehicles, machines, and preparing necessary documentation. This role works under direct supervision and follows standardized procedures and written/verbal instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. The operator may assist in training, orienting, or observing lower-level employees.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED
1 year of experience in the operation of light to medium-sized commercial vehicles.
Valid Class B Georgia Commercial Driver's License Required.
Ability to utilize mechanical tools to perform preventative maintenance (e.g., air compressor, battery charger, shovels).
Ability to operate dump truck, flatbed, front-end loader, bobcat, and small yard equipment.
Ability to transport materials to and from work sites.
Skill in operating light to heavy-duty trucks and equipment for transportation.
Skill in operating trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies.
Knowledge of safe operating procedures for various assigned equipment.
Skill in operating vehicles and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

Operates multiple vehicles and equipment during the course of completing daily assignments, which may include dump trucks, state body trucks, or automobiles for errands and personnel transportation.
Operates landscaping equipment such as construction equipment, small trench diggers, and commercial mowers.
Directs equipment and vehicle inspection to ensure operability.
Completes service request forms to request vehicle repairs.
Completes weekly maintenance reports to document work assignments.
Performs preventative maintenance and inspection on equipment daily, including dump trucks, front-end loaders, Bobcats, and small yard equipment.
Communicates with supervisor to relay information and receive instructions.
Communicates with co-workers to exchange information.
Ensures all duties assigned on daily task sheets are completed and necessary reports are submitted upon job completion.
Maintains service and repairs forms for each vehicle, recording repairs, service completed, mileage, and other required information for scheduled maintenance or warranties.
Prepares forms for equipment services and repairs, submitting them with necessary information for scheduled maintenance for warranties.
May perform other duties as assigned.