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EQUIPMENT OPERATOR, SENIOR (STREET)

City of Columbia
City of Columbia Salary
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/24/2025
This position operates light and heavy equipment and trucks in the operation, maintenance and/or construction of City facilities, grounds and infrastructure; maintains assigned equipment; and performs other work as required. The incumbent works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

The work is considered heavy in nature and involves constantly lifting, pushing or raising objects, exerting between 50 and 75 pounds of force on a recurring basis and over 100 pounds of force on a frequent basis. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

Work environment may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, toxic/caustic chemicals; and involves heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others. 
  • Operates light and heavy equipment and trucks to excavate and compact earth, load / unload materials, move / haul materials, maintain City properties, cut down trees, install pipe, construct roads, and perform other general or specialized functions of various City departments;
  • Operates dump trucks and other trucks, front-end loaders, skid steers, bush hogs, back hoes, compactors, trailers, tractors, low boys, trenchers, etc.;
  • Loads / unloads materials onto vehicles;
  • Uses hand and power tools in various manual tasks as required;
  • Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe working condition; reports defects or required maintenance to the supervisor;
  • Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of assigned tools and equipment;
  • Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety;
  • Assists co-workers with various duties as required;
  • Maintains accurate and complete work records as required; and
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements to Perform Work: 
  • High school diploma or GED;
  • Valid South Carolina Class “A" Driver’s License (Street Only: no “L’ or “O” restrictions)
  • Valid South Carolina Class “B” Driver’s License May be considered, however the Class “A” with no “L” or “O” must be obtained within six months. City has Training Classes.
  • Knowledge of basic addition and subtraction, such as making change or measuring;
  • Ability to compare or inspect items against a standard;
  • Ability to speak or signal to people to convey or exchange information of a general nature;
  • Ability to lead, operate machinery or equipment that requires training and experience, such as light or heavy construction / specialized equipment.
  • Ability to read simple sentences, instructions or work orders; writing simple sentences and completing simple job forms; speaking simple sentences using basic grammar;
  • Ability to perform semi-routine work following procedures; 
  • Ability to make decisions, requiring a few decisions affecting a few co-workers; works in a stable environment with clear and uncomplicated written/oral instructions but with some variations from the routine.

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