Equipment Operator

City of Forest Acres Columbia, SC Full-time Construction / Physical Labor / Skilled Trades

Posted on January 18, 2023

The Equipment Operator, under general supervision, performs a variety of duties operating equipment in order to assist with the streets and grounds maintenance activities of the Public Works Department.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Operates front-end loader in order to assist in the maintenance and cleaning of streets and grounds.
May operate non-cdl trucks
May assist in the raking and spreading of pine straw in parks and other public areas as necessary
Inspects equipment; completes equipment inspection reports, and daily work reports in order to document work performed; files documents and reports.
Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.

On days where sanitation & recycling routes are not run, complete the following duties (as directed):

Streets & Parks maintenance
Washing of equipment
Provide vehicle maintenance assistance
Assist in the collection of debris
Assist in the collection of appliances, electronics and scrap metal for recycling
Electronics pick up, stock piled at shop until sent off (TVs, household electronic, etc.)

Skills & Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid SC Driver's License, or ability to obtain one.
Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions.
Ability to follow proper safety precautions.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.
Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions.

We offer excellent benefits:

Health & Dental Insurance (State Plan)
Vacation: 8 hrs per month / Sick Leave: 8 hrs per month
12 City-observed Holidays
Life Insurance and Basic Long-Term Disability coverage
Participation in PEBA South Carolina Retirement System
Free Membership at MUV Fitness
Plus optional: vision, supplemental life insurance, and supplemental long-term disability coverage; dependent coverage; and deferred compensation (all at employee’s expense)