Heavy Equipment Operator - Street Maintenance

Purpose

CDL Enhancement: $10,000.00

• Operates front-end loader and dump trucks, gooseneck trailer, Bobcat with multiple attachments, and steel drum roller
• Transports heavy construction equipment to job sites.
• Inspects equipment before use to ensure necessary repairs are made.
• Inspects job sites for possible hazards.
• Ensures proper equipment maintenance; performs minor repairs as necessary.
• Assists in the maintenance, repair, and clean-up of rights-of-way, streets, sidewalks, and guardrails; enforces safe work practices.
• Assists supervisor and crew chief in the scheduling and documentation of work; completes daily work reports; ensures that operators complete daily vehicle and equipment inspection reports.
• Sets up traffic control devices around work sites.
• Operates radio in accordance with proper radio protocol.
• Responds to emergency situations during and after normal work hours.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED, with two (2) years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid state commercial driver's license.

Background investigation, including a supervised drug screen, post-offer/pre-employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

• Knowledge of the repair and maintenance of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
• Skill in the operation of maintenance tools and equipment.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Paid Holiday
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
• Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
• Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
• Retirement Seminars
• PPO Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Health & Wellness Incentives
• Long Term Disability
• Excellence and Service Recognition
• Employee Development and In-Service Training
• Educational Assistance Program
• Uniform Allowance (select positions)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts and Memberships
• Employee Relations
• Direct Deposit
• Credit Union
• Pretax Parking Deductions
• Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
• Domestic Partnership Benefits
• Healthcare
• PPO Medical Plus Plan
• PPO Medical Basic Plan
• Dental Plus Plan
• Dental Basic Plan
• Vision Service Plan
• Life Insurance
• Basic Life and ADD
• Supplemental Life Employee
• Supplemental Life Spouse
• Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.