What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medium Equipment Operator - Water Distribution position at City of Savannah?
This position operates medium equipment for the assigned department.
We offer great pay, excellent benefits to include medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, employee/spouse/child supplemental life insurance, short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, deferred compensation plan (457 B), pension plan, flexible spending account, employee referral program, home purchase assistance and 12 paid holidays!
Women, Minorities, and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply!
Maintains assigned equipment; completes minor repairs; washes and greases equipment.
Inspects equipment before use.
Transports equipment to job sites.
Ensures that work sites are compliant with safety guidelines.Informssurroundingresidentsofworkinprogress.
Operates jackhammer, backhoe, excavator, and hand tools to excavate water lines.
Operate the stepping machine.
Digs trenches.
Measures and cuts stubbing and wire.
Excavates and cleans meter boxes.
Repairs the line and main breaks.
Assists in the installation, repair, and maintenance of fire hydrants
Operates backhoe.
Transports equipment to job sites.
Maintains, inspects, and operates various hand and power tools and small equipment.
Sets up traffic control devices around work sites.
Loads construction debris onto trucks.
Moves dirt, gravel, rock, sand, and other heavy materials.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; with two (2) years of medium equipment operation and maintenance experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
- Knowledge of landscape maintenance techniques.
- Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of turf maintenance techniques.
- Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
- Skill in the operation of work-related equipment, including tractors, flatbed trucks, dump trucks, backhoes, trimmers, blowers, and front-end loaders.
- Skill in performing maintenance checks of equipment.
- Skill in lining playing fields.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
Salary : $40,682
