Equipment Operator - Streets at CITY OF VILLA RICA

Villa Rica, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

24.41

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Equipment Operation, Heavy Physical Labor, General Equipment Maintenance, Customer Service, Safety Precautions, Manual Labor, Tool Handling, Cement Mixing, Asphalt Placement, Repairs, Housekeeping Duties, Maintenance Activities, Communication, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Dexterity

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Job Details Job Location: Avante Building - Villa Rica, GA 30180 Salary Range: $18.78 - $24.41 Hourly Job Summary: This position is responsible for manual work of a routine nature as a member of a maintenance crew and involves heavy physical labor. Requires working in outside environments with noise and varying environmental conditions. Major Duties: Operates front-end loader, tractor backhoe and other equipment Assists in semi-skilled work by handling tools, carrying or lifting lumber, mixing or placing cement and asphalt concrete, performing simple repairs or running errands; Maintains and repairs equipment; May repair and maintain City sidewalks and grounds; Assists maintenance department with corrective and preventive maintenance activities as directed; Performs housekeeping duties on maintenance vehicles and equipment as assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned; Knowledge Required by the Position: Knowledge of City and departmental policies and procedures; Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety rules and regulations; Skill in performing general equipment maintenance duties; Ability to interpret instructions and efficiently carry them out with minimal supervision; Ability to perform heavy manual labor; Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with residential customers and the general public; Ability to follow necessary safety precautions in all areas of assignment. Supervisory Controls: The Street Manager assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks work in progress and reviews completed work for the nature and propriety of the final results. Guidelines: Guidelines include City codes, departmental and safety policies and procedures, and supervisory instructions. These guidelines are clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application. Complexity: The work consists of related street maintenance duties. Scope and Effect: The purpose of this position is to maintain streets, roads and drainage maintenance duties. Successful performance helps ensure safe and clean streets and a positive public image for the City. Personal Contacts: Contacts are typically with co-workers and customers. Purpose of Contacts: Contacts are typically accessed to exchange information and provide services. Physical Demands: The work is typically performed with the employee intermittently sitting, standing, walking, and bending, crouching or stooping. The employee must frequently lift light and heavy objects, climb ladders, and use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity. Work Environment: The work is typically performed outdoors. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, irritating chemicals, machinery with moving parts, and occasional inclement weather. This work may require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles or gloves. Supervisory and Management Responsibility: None. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent required; valid State of Georgia Driver’s License and safe driving record; equivalent combination of education and experience. CDL required. The City of Villa Rica offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including healthcare, dental care, vision care, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short term disability insurance, pension,12 paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a 457(b) retirement plan with a City match. Background screenings are conducted prior to employment. City of Villa Rica does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Due to a high volume of applications received, we are unable to contact each applicant individually.

Responsibilities

The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery and assisting in maintenance tasks. This includes performing repairs, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safe and clean streets.