Heavy Equipment Operator

Position Title:

Water Distribution Repair Operator

Job Status:
Full Time (Status: Open). Salary: $20.26 per Hour. Cell Allowance: $720 annually.

Posted:
December 9, 2025. Closing:
Open Until Filled.

• Operate combination vehicles (≥26,001 lbs), excavators, hydro‑excavators, and other machinery to expedite repairs and maintenance of the water system.
• Perform maintenance on equipment, including greasing, checking and maintaining fluid levels, air, etc.
• Conduct work on the water system, including water main repair, service line replacement, hydrant repair/replace, valve repair/replace, etc.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of county policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the water system.
• Skill in interpreting plans and as‑builts.
• Skill in operating combination vehicles (≥26,001 lbs) and heavy equipment such as excavators and hydro‑excavation units.
• Skill in dealing with the public.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Possession of, or ability to readily obtain, a Class A Georgia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement within 6 months of start date or promotion date.
• Certification in Level 1A Soil and Erosion, Forklift Operation, Trench and Excavation Safety, NSC Defensive Driving, NSC Flagger, Confined Space Safety, Disinfection Methods for Water and Wastewater, Valves and Hydrants, and Water Main Pipe and System Design in Water Distribution.
• Ability to operate equipment such as combination vehicles ≥26,001 lbs, excavators, and hydro‑excavation units; perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment and use specialty tools used by the department.
• Promotion or advancement into this position requires managerial approval.

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with completion of high school or equivalent.
• Experience sufficient to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with completion of an apprenticeship/internship or similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of, or ability to readily obtain, a valid commercial driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the class of vehicle or equipment operated.

Combination of education and/or work experience may be substituted for minimum requirements.