What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator I position at Smith County?
The Road and Bridge department is looking for a dependable Operator I seeking to contribute strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and operational support skills to a high-performing team. Eager to learn, grow, and assist in maintaining efficient, safe, and compliant daily operations.
Licenses and Certifications
Must have a Class B Commercial Driver License.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Works as part of a crew of Operators as directed by the Foreman, Superintendent, Crew Leader or Operator designated to supervise the crew.
- Reports completed job data to the crew supervisor including, but not limited to, labor and equipment time, materials ordered, used, stockpiled or returned.
- Responsible for the proper upkeep, care and storage of crew-assigned equipment.
- Wears personal protective equipment (PPE) as deemed necessary for certain locations.
- May be required to work outside of normal business hours.
- Other duties assigned
- Specialized in all light and at least one (1) heavy equipment.
- Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
- Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
- Follows safety guidelines and policy
Licenses and Certifications
Must have a Class B Commercial Driver License.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Standing-prolonged (more than 4 hours at a time) periods of time, walking, stooping, bending, pulling, reaching.
- May be required to work outside of normal business hours and in adverse weather conditions with extended hours.
- Subject to outside environmental conditions. Rain Snow, Extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
- Lift up to 60 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
- Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
- Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
Salary : $42,527 - $45,116