What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator position at Stark County Sanitary Engineering Department?
STARK COUNTY SANITARY ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
- VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT -
JOB TITLE: EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
PROBATIONARY PERIOD: 180 DAYS (90% of WAGE DURING PROBATION)
HOURLY RATE: $24.64 after probation (Possession of Class B CDL)
$25.14 after probation (Possession of Class A CDL)
DUTIES: Under Operation & Maintenance Supervisor operates dump truck, bobcat, sludge truck, jet truck, sewer rodder, jet vactors, backhoe, TV truck and other related motorized equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS: (Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the skills, knowledge and abilities required. Examples of acceptable qualifications for this classification follow.)
Completion of high school or GED plus one year semi-skilled work experience, or equivalent. Possession of a valid Ohio Commercial Driver’s License. Class B required and Class A desirable.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES NECESSARY TO PERFORM DUTIES:
Operates dump truck to plow snow and haul work-related materials, picks up and removes trash. Operates truck and closed circuit television equipment to inspect sanitary sewage lines. Uses grouting equipment to make necessary repairs. Operates sewer cleaning equipment to clean sanitary sewer lines, assists with maintenance and repair of sanitary treatment plants, lift stations and other sewer or water facilities. Operates tractor-mower to cut grass on County-owned properties. Performs unskilled and semi-skilled laborer tasks as necessary, e.g. operates chain saw and jackhammer, cleans ground around facility, digs and shovels dirt or other material.
Performs other related duties as required.
Interested candidates outside of Local 959 may apply by submitting a letter of interest and current resume’ (including salary history, failure to include salary history will disqualify) to:
Stark County Sanitary Engineering Department Attn: Department Administrator
P. O. Box 9972 Canton, OH 44711-0972
Office Location: 1701 Mahoning Road NE, Canton, OH 44705
FAX: (330) 453-9044
E-Mail: scse@starkcountyohio.gov
All letters of interest and resumes must be received by 3:30 pm, October 24, 2025.
No phone calls will be accepted.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.64 - $25.14 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $25