What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator Rural Collection position at Laurens, South Carolina?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Heavy Equipment Operator - Rural Collections
Laurens, SC
Description
FLSA: NON-EXEMPT
GRADE:114
PAY: 19.50
JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for operating and maintaining a variety of heavy
equipment to maintain county facilities, roads and rights of way.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Sufficient experience in understanding the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for two to five years.
- Ability to lift to 70 lbs.
- Abilities to adapt, plan and perform maintenance under changing conditions.
- Knowledge of and ability to operate small engines and hand tools.
- Have good customer service, oral and written communication skills.
The work schedule standard is Monday-Friday, 8 hours per day. Possible on-call evenings/nights and weekends for emergency-related work.
Requirements
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent, with experience in maintaining facilities; or equivalent experience or knowledge in areas such as landscaping, general maintenance, and/or general construction.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid commercial driver's license (Class ACDL/with air brakes) issued by the State of South Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
- Must pass drug screening test before employment and submit to random drug tests as per Laurens County policies and procedures.
