NEOGOV · 3 days ago
Equipment Operator III - G121 - Stormwater
Columbus, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expNEOGOV is part of the Columbus Consolidated Government, which is looking for an Equipment Operator III to operate motorized equipment for the installation, maintenance, and repair of the storm water system. The role involves supervising personnel, performing maintenance on equipment, and ensuring safety regulations are followed at work sites.
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Responsibilities
Drives and operates an Eductor Truck to vacuum debris from ditches, inlets, and pipes and to excavate dirt from around underground cables, pipes, gas lines, telephone lines, water lines, and power cables; operates an Eductor Truck to unstop drains and cut roots from pipes
Trains, supervises, and monitors the work of assigned personnel, including inmate laborers
Performs daily maintenance and safety inspection of assigned equipment
Assists crews with identifying cave-in ownership; assists other departments with vacuum and high pressure water services
Enforces work site safety regulations
Maintains inventory of all supplies and equipment
Operates a backhoe, tillers, dump truck, and chain saw
Supervises and participates in repair and maintenance activities; repairs cave-ins on storm sewer boxes; repairs cave-ins on storm sewer pipes; replaces pipe joints; operates a back-hoe as needed; replaces broken grates and inlets; removes trees from waterways
Maintains required records
May perform the work of Storm Water Crew Leader in his or her absence
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated
This position is required to supervise state inmate labor
Employee must pass the Department of Corrections three-day certification within the time frame required by this department which is normally six months but may be altered
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques utilized in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the storm water system
Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the storm water system
Skill in the investigation and resolution of drainage problems
Skill in implementing policies and procedures
Skill in problem solving and decision making
Skill in management and supervision
Skill in the operation of an Eductor Truck
Skill in the operation of backhoes, tillers, dump trucks, and chain saws
Skill in oral and written communication
Benefits
Low-cost Medical Insurance
Prescription Drug Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Credit Union
Direct Deposit
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
PERK Time Off
Retirement Plan
Supplemental Retirement Plan
Free and Discounted Services
Employee Assistance Program
Discounted Movie Tickets
Free Notary Services
Ride a Metra Bus for Free
Free Mulch
Free Fire/Safety Home Inspection
Driver's Training for Employee Dependents
Oxbow/Bull Creek Golf Course discounts
River Center Discounts
Cell Phone Carrier Discounts
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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