Equipment Operator I - Rainwater Management

Company: Columbus Consolidated Government
Location: Columbus
Posted on: June 19, 2022

Job Description:

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Trains, supervises, and monitors the work of assigned personnel. Performs daily maintenance and safety inspection of assigned equipment. Assists crews with identifying cave-in ownership; assists other departments with vacuum and high pressure water services. Maintains inventory of all supplies and equipment. Operates a backhoe, tillers, dump truck, box blade, and chain saw. Participates in repair and maintenance activities; repairs cave-ins on storm sewer boxes; repairs cave-ins on storm sewer pipes; replaces pipe joints; operates a backhoe as needed; replaces broken grates and inlets; removes trees from roadways; builds inlet boxes; repairs brick walkways. Completes required records. Carries out a continuous effort to improve operations, work processes, and works cooperatively and jointly to provide continuous improvement and customer-driven service. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques utilized in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the storm water system. Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the storm water system. Skill in the investigation and resolution of drainage problems. Skill in implementing policies and procedures. Skill in problem solving and decision making. Skill in management and supervision. Skill in the operation of backhoes, tillers, dump trucks, box blades, and chain saws. Skill in oral and written communication.

Minimum Educational and Training Requirements

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. 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. Must possess a valid driver's license. A Commercial Driver's License is preferred.

Physical Requirements

The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must be able to distinguish between shades of color. The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

The Columbus Consolidated Government is proud to offer an exceptional compensation and benefits package. Benefits include the following:

* Low-cost Medical Insurance
* Prescription Drug Plan
* Dental Plan
* Vision Plan
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Life Insurance
* Supplemental Life Insurance
* Long Term Disability
* Credit Union
* Direct Deposit
* 11 Paid Holidays
* Vacation Leave
* Sick Leave
* PERK Time Off
* Retirement Plan
* Supplemental Retirement Plan
* Free and Discounted Services
* Employee Assistance Program

Take advantage of these free and discounted City Services offered to all City Employees.

* Discounted Movie Tickets
* Free Notary Services
* Ride a Metra Bus for Free
* Free Mulch
* Free Fire/Safety Home Inspection
* Sunray Cleaners discounts
* Adopt a pet for Free from Animal Control
* Driver's Training for Employee Dependents
* Oxbow/Bull Creek Golf Course discounts
* River Center Discounts
* Cell Phone Carrier Discounts

Retirement Plan

The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a defined benefit retirement plan to eligible employees who work in General Government and in Public Safety. Employees in the pension plan must meet both age and years of service requirements to qualify for retirement. The current vesting period is ten years, and the current pension contribution rate is 8% of your gross salary.

Supplemental Retirement Plan

The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a Deferred Compensation Plan or supplemental retirement plan that is tax deferred. This plan allows employees to contribute a portion of their salary, before federal and state taxes, to a retirement account. Your compensation is more than a paycheck, it allows you to plan for your financial future as well.

01

Do you have a High School Diploma or a GED?

* Yes
* No

02

Do you possess a valid Driver's License?

* Yes
* No

03

Do you possess a Valid Commercial Driver's License?

* Yes
* No

04

Do you have supervisory experience?

* Yes
* No

05

Do you have any work experience with the principles, practices, and techniques utilized in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the storm water system?

* Yes
* No

06

If you answered, "yes" to the question above, please explain. If you answered, "no" just type in n/a.

07

Do you have any work experience with the tools and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the storm water system?

* Yes
* No

08

If you answered, "yes" to the question above, please explain. If you answered, "no" just type in n/a.

09

Do you have any work experience in the operation of backhoes, tamps, dump trucks, pumps and chain saws?

* Yes
* No

10

If you answered, "yes" to the question above, please explain. If you answered, "no" just type in n/a.

Required Question

Agency Columbus Consolidated Government

Address 100 10th Street, West Wing, 1st floor

Columbus, Georgia, 31902

Phone 706-653-4059

Website http://www.columbusga.org/

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