Public Works Equipment Operator I (Laborer)
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Job Location:
St. Marys, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for maintaining rights of ways; for cleaning and installing new and existing drainage ditches culverts and storm drains; repairing roadways water lines and sewer; and performs other manual labor as assigned. All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.
As a municipal organization the City of St. Marys is an emergency provider of services. Some emergency situations including weather related emergencies may necessitate City of St. Marys employees to assist in areas of work which may not be directly related to the employees specific job function but which will be within the physical capabilities training and skills of the employee.
MAJOR DUTIES
1. Operates hand tools power tools and heavy equipment.
2. Removes unwanted branches grass and trees.
3. Maintains equipment.
4. Inspects vehicles.
5. Fills potholes.
6. Sets up laser scope.
7. Installs new and existing drainage ditches culverts and storm drains.
8. Repairs roadways water lines and sewer.
9. Maintains right of ways.
10. Performs all other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
1. Knowledge of safety rules policies and procedures.
2. Knowledge of heavy equipment operation maintenance and load limits.
3. Knowledge of proper fuel mixture for some equipment.
4. Skill in oral and written communication.
5. Skill in operating various types of equipment.
6. Skill in reading and interpreting safety rules operation and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Roads and Ditches Maintenance Supervisor and/or Grounds Maintenance Crew Leader assign work in terms of somewhat general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with instructions and established procedures accuracy and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include safety procedures city and department policies and procedures and PPE procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
The work consists of variety of equipment operation and maintenance duties. Removing fallen trees contributes to the complexity of the position.
The purpose of this position is to maintain rights of ways; to clean and installs new and existing drainage ditches culverts and storm drains; repairs roadways water lines and sewer; and performs other manual labor as assigned. Success in this position contributes to efficient and effective operations of this department.
CONTACTS
Contacts are typically with supervisor and office staff.
Contacts are typically to give or exchange information resolve problems and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work is typically performed while intermittently standing sitting walking stooping bending or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light objects and occasionally lift heavy objects climbs ladders and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.
The work is performed in a noisy place or outdoors occasionally in extreme heat direct sunlight cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust dirt and grease and machinery with moving parts. Work requires use of protective devices such as masks goggles and gloves.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
None.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent required; and
Less than one year of related experience required; or
Any equivalent combination of education experience and training which provides the knowledge skills and abilities to perform the work.
Possession of a valid state drivers license issued for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
