NEOGOV · 5 months ago
Heavy Equipment Operator I (Water & Sewer)
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$40K/yr - $40K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is part of the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County, and they are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator I for the Water & Sewer Division of the Public Utilities Department. The role involves operating equipment and performing manual work functions related to the construction and maintenance of water/sewer service lines.
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Responsibilities
Operates a dump truck to haul supplies and equipment
Operates equipment such as tractors, backhoes, boring machine, small trucks, jackhammer, gas-powered saws, etc
Transports equipment, supplies and materials, including sand, gravel, rock, supplies, etc
Assists in the installation and maintenance of water and sewer mains, fire hydrants, service lines connections, and AMI water meters to include large meters and concrete vaults
Assists in setting up GPS units to record GPS data
Performs water and sewer taps
Performs laboring activities such as shoveling at job sites to set proper grade, pouring concrete, etc
Inspects vehicles on a daily basis; assures proper levels of air pressure, gasoline, oil, and other fluids are maintained; washes vehicles
Maintains tools and equipment
Installs cautionary signage at job sites
Flags traffic around work sites
Responds to emergency and stand-by calls on a 24 hour basis
Prepares and/or receives various forms, reports or other documents; processes and forwards as appropriate
Responds to routine requests for information from officials, employees, members of the staff, the public or other individuals
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Georgia Department of Transportation Flagging certification within six months of employment
Must possess a valid driver's license
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Georgia Commercial Driver's License within six months of employment
Preferred
One year of experience involving construction, equipment operation, and maintenance labor (or related) preferred
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Group Accident insurance
Critical Illness insurance
Employer paid basic life insurance
Contributory term life insurance
Whole life insurance
Employer Paid Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
13 paid holidays
Employer Paid Pension Plan (10 years of service)
Deferred Compensation Program with employer match
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer – Federal Student Aid
Robust Wellness Program – earn up to $175 per quarter for participation
Employee Fitness Center – free for employees, spouse, and children 18+
Free onsite health screenings (to include hearing, skin cancer, biometric screening, flu shots)
Safety & Risk training and job related vaccinations
Uniforms provided
Ongoing Training Opportunities and Career Development – Government Wide Learning Management System
Discount Admissions – ACCGov Parks, Georgia Aquarium
Annual employee appreciation events
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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