Heavy Equipment Operator

Description

Position Title: Heavy Equipment Operator

Division: Central Lines

Salary: $35,921.25

Hourly Rate: $17.26

Job Number: 633

Department: Utilities

Pay Grade: 12

Location: Valdosta, Georgia

Closing Date: Open until Filled

Overview

This position operates heavy equipment in the construction, repair and maintenance of the water distribution and wastewater collection systems.

• Operates a backhoe, excavator, front-end loader, bulldozer and other equipment and vehicles.

• Maintains assigned equipment; conducts pre- and post-trip safety inspections.

• Performs excavation and site repair duties

• Repairs landscaping, roadways, driveways, and sidewalks.

• Operates a variety of hand and power tools.

• Transports equipment, materials and personnel to and from work sites.

• Assists in the repair of water and sewer mains, fire hydrants, and water valves.

• Makes water and sewer taps.

• Flags traffic at work sites.

• Responds to after-hours emergencies when on-call.

• Provides supports to other divisions and to contractors as assigned.

• Performs related duties.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection system operation and maintenance principles.

• Knowledge of the hazards inherent to utility maintenance work and the safety measures used to mitigate those hazards.

• Knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of a variety of job-related tools and equipment.

• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.

• Skill in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment.

• Skill in the use of hand and power tools.

• Skill in the establishment of safe work zones.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.

• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Applications

Please complete a City of Valdosta Application form and email it to covhr@valdostacity.com to be considered for the position you are interested in applying for. An application must be submitted for each position you are interested in. A resume and cover letter may be attached as additional information only. You may apply in person at the City of Valdosta Human Resources Department, 216 East Central Avenue, Valdosta, GA 31601.

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The City of Valdosta offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefits package. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify employer. For more information, go to http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees/e-verify-overview.