What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Richmond County School System?
Department or Location:
Maintenance & Facilities Department
Position Type
Classified / Non-Contracted
Job Title
Heavy Equipment Operator
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Reports To
235 Days (12 months)
Job Qualifications
Education: A high school diploma, associate’s degree, and/or related experience are preferred.
Certification or Licensure: Must possess a valid state driver’s license (class 5).
Skills: A strong experience in heavy equipment operations with a clean driving record, and knowledge of workplace safety practices. Must be able to handle various duties on the job to ensure smooth and efficient project progress. Paramount among these is operating heavy machinery in compliance with the company's operating procedures and safety regulations.
Work Experience: Three years’ experience as a heavy equipment operator. Practical experience through apprenticeships or on-the-job training can also be beneficial.
Primary Duty
This position is responsible for independent judgment concerning work methods and procedures, but the work is subject to inspection during the process and upon completion for quality and conformity with requirements. Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy machinery used in construction and maintenance.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, and sit.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Occasional evening and weekend work. Overtime and night work are occasional but limited.
Maintenance & Facilities Department
Position Type
Classified / Non-Contracted
Job Title
Heavy Equipment Operator
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Reports To
- Assistant Director of Non-Certified Trades
235 Days (12 months)
Job Qualifications
Education: A high school diploma, associate’s degree, and/or related experience are preferred.
Certification or Licensure: Must possess a valid state driver’s license (class 5).
Skills: A strong experience in heavy equipment operations with a clean driving record, and knowledge of workplace safety practices. Must be able to handle various duties on the job to ensure smooth and efficient project progress. Paramount among these is operating heavy machinery in compliance with the company's operating procedures and safety regulations.
Work Experience: Three years’ experience as a heavy equipment operator. Practical experience through apprenticeships or on-the-job training can also be beneficial.
Primary Duty
This position is responsible for independent judgment concerning work methods and procedures, but the work is subject to inspection during the process and upon completion for quality and conformity with requirements. Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of heavy machinery used in construction and maintenance.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Operates heavy equipment (crawler, motor grader, backhoe, trucks over 24,000 lbs.).
- Loading and unloading equipment from vehicles used to transport it.
- Inspecting equipment before and after use to ensure it's in good working order.
- Transports equipment to the job site.
- Maintains equipment and accessories used with heavy equipment.
- Adhering to safety guidelines and maintaining a safe work environment.
- Responsible for proper use and safety of equipment during off-duty hours for unfinished jobs.
- Keep records on weight load and heights when hauling materials and the count on several loads delivered.
- Keep accurate time sheets.
- Helps deliver food service materials.
- Clears land with heavy equipment and small equipment such as chain saws.
- The employee shall carry out such other and further duties, whether specifically listed above or not, as are assigned or required by such employee’s supervisor, other appropriate school personnel, law board policy administrative regulation, department handbook, as are reasonably necessary to the efficient operation of the school system and its mission.
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, and sit.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Occasional evening and weekend work. Overtime and night work are occasional but limited.