Operator III - Sanitation

Job Summary

This is skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation of moderately complex and heavy equipment, which also requires the performance of manual labor. 

Work involves the operation of vehicles and equipment used in construction and maintenance projects, and to transport materials and personnel to and from work sites. Work also involves the use of power tools in preparing areas for construction. Work requires not only the safe and skilled operation of equipment but also maintains equipment. Work is performed under close supervision with verbal and written instructions issued regularly. 

Essential Job Functions
This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.

• Safely operates knuckle boom truck, dump truck, and trailer combination, backhoe, excavator, bush hog, skid steer, and any other related heavy equipment as required to assist in a variety of maintenance projects
• Correctly operates chain saw in clearing rights-of-way
• Correctly operates pressure washer
• Correctly performs routine maintenance on all equipment to ensure proper operation
• Routinely assist in directing and supervising Community Service details and records
• Often assists in the maintenance of equipment
• Performs heavy manual labor as necessary 
• Performs other related duties as required or directed

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Completion of a standard high school diploma, GED or equivalent from a regionally or nationally accredited school.

Licenses(s): Valid Class A, Georgia Commercial Driver's License is required for this position.

Experience: Experience in similar specialized construction trade operating heavy equipment and performing heavy civil work (grading, pipe laying, flatwork, etc.); experience in operating heavy equipment such as but not limited to knuckle boom truck, street sweeper truck, skid steer, backhoe, excavator, bush hog, tractors and construction equipment desired; or, any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. 

Certification(s): Ability to complete DOT flagger's course, or obtain within six (6) months from date of hire. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Knowledge of: 

• The operation and maintenance techniques of moderately complex heavy equipment
• Heavy civil construction techniques and installation methods
• Pipe laying, grading, hauling, flatwork
• The operation and application of power tools and other various tools
• State and local road safety rules and regulations
• Safety practices and procedures

Skill and Abilities:

• Operation of equipment in close proximity to utility lines
• The basic concepts of general construction principles
• To understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• To communicate using a two (2) way radio
• To establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and work in a team environment 
• To assemble materials and constructing rough products 
• Recognize hazardous waste
• To safely operate light construction equipment 
• Lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds

Equipment used: Heavy equipment such as but not limited to Knuckle boom, truck, street sweeper truck, skid steer, excavator, backhoe, bush hog, tractors, etc., small hand tools, cleaning supplies, and traffic flag.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds unassisted in uneven terrain. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk. Specific vision abilities are required such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to maneuver in low clearance areas. 

Working Conditions: 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions including cold and high temperatures. The employee must be able to climb ladders and withstand heights, work in confined spaces, tolerate environments containing dust and dirt. 

Regularly required to lift up to 50 lbs; and occasionally required to lift up to or over 75lbs.

Supervisory Requirements: 

This position has no direct reports.

Salary : $40,352