Equipment Operator, Lead S​/S

This position operates heavy equipment in the operation, maintenance and/or construction of City facilities, grounds and infrastructure; maintains assigned equipment; and performs other work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision.

This position operates heavy equipment in the operation, maintenance and/or construction of City facilities, grounds and infrastructure; maintains assigned equipment; and performs other work as required. The class works within a general outline of work to be performed, and develops work methods and sequences under general supervision. The work is considered heavy in nature and involves constantly lifting, pushing or raising objects, exerting between 50 and 75 pounds of force on a recurring basis and over 100 pounds of force on a frequent basis.

Work environment may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, and toxic/caustic chemicals; and involves heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others.

• Operates heavy equipment to excavate and compact earth, load / unload materials, move / haul materials, maintain City properties, cut down trees, install pipe, construct roads, and perform other general or specialized functions of various City departments;
• Operates dump trucks and other trucks, excavators, cranes, motor graders, bull dozers, bob cats, front-end loaders, skid steers, bush hogs, back hoes, compactors, trailers, tractors, low boys, trenchers, etc.;
• Loads / unloads materials onto vehicles;
• Uses hand and power tools in various manual tasks as required;
• Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe working condition; reports defects or required maintenance to the supervisor;
• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of assigned tools and equipment;
• Uses welding and cutting torches as needed in equipment maintenance;
• Performs all duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and standards of quality and safety;
• Provides leadership to or assists co-workers with various duties as required;
• Maintains accurate and complete work records as required; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED;
• Three (3) years of relevant prior experience;
• Valid South Carolina Class “B” Driver’s License;

The City of Columbia is proud to offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees. This package includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time or temporary employees, including interns, are not eligible for City benefits.