Equipment Operator

This position operates equipment in support of road construction, maintenance, and repair projects of Jasper County.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Operates heavy equipment including motor graders, dozers, loaders, excavators, backhoes, dump trucks, tractors and lowboys.
• Maintains county roads and drainage ditches; installs drainage pipes.
• Performs routine repairs and maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Cleans vehicles and equipment.
• Completes safety inspections prior to operating equipment; operates equipment according to safety guidelines.
• Assists in traffic control at work sites.
• Assists in the training of personnel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of equipment operation guidelines.
• Knowledge of county and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair guidelines.
• Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand 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 one to two years.
• Possession of a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) issued by the State of South Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Application Procedure: Only applicants submitting a fully completed Jasper County application will be considered. Please submit documents to Jasper County Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Ridgeland, SC 29936. Applications are available on-line at www.jaspercountysc.org or, may be picked-up in person at the Jasper County Human Resources, Clementa C. Pinckney Government Building, 358 Third Avenue, Ridgeland, SC 29936. APPLICANTS WILL BE DRUG TESTED AND MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS A CRIMIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled.

If an accommodation is needed in order to participate in the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office.

Jasper County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person