What are the responsibilities and job description for the EQUIPMENT OPERATOR position at City of Jackson, MS?
Job Brief: Description: DUTIES:
Operate light to medium construction equipment such as dump, garbage and bucket trucks, tractor, forklift, flat bed, backhoes and removal equipment for a variety of maintenance and construction operation involving streets, right-of-way maintenance, water maintenance and distribution, sewers, and parks.
Operate hand and power tools during the winter months including grinder, grease machine, chain saw, paint machine, pole chipper and a stump.
Identify equipment needs for each assigned project; pick-up and deliver equipment to and from construction sites.
Perform additional construction and maintenance tasks such as concrete work, truck driving, jack hammering, and a variety of minor repair activities.
Transport dirt, cement and other materials to jobsite. Report minor repair needs to supervisor; ensure safety of equipment.
May work evenings and weekends as required by staffing shortage or emergency conditions.
Gravel road shoulders to prevent standing water damage.
Distributes sand onto ice, oil spills and slick areas on roadways; transport dirt, rock, debris and asphalt to work sites.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous experience performing maintenance work involving the operation of construction equipment is desirable. Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
Possession of a valid Class “A” or Class “B” Commercial License required.
PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT, APPLICANT RECOMMENDED FOR EMPLOYMENTSHALL BE REQUIRED TO SUCCESSFULLY PASS A URINALYSIS AND/OR BLOOD TEST TO SCREEN FOR ALCOHOL AND/OR DRUG ABUSE.
“EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER”
Position : 10038035
Code : 393-2
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : PARKS - MAINTENANCE
Grade : RANGE 20
Group : PARKS AND
Job Class : EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I
Posting Start : 09/08/2026
Posting End : 12/31/9999
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $15.23
Salary : $15