Heavy Equipment Operator

JOB SUMMARY

The Liberty County Board of Commissioners is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Heavy Equipment Operator within the Road Department. This position is responsible for maintaining county roads in compliance with county standards. A valid Georgia commercial driver's license (CDL) is required.

MAJOR DUTIES

1. Operates heavy equipment in compliance with company’s operating procedures.
2. Ensures proper operation of equipment by performing regular checks on their functionality and preventive maintenance.
3. Documents regular maintenance checks to maintain adequate records equipment performance.
4. Performs minor repairs on equipment issues. Reports needs for larger repairs to appropriate parties.
5. Observes distribution of paving material to adjust machine settings or material flow and indirect low spots for workers to allot material.
6. Completes required paperwork, reporting, and other documentation as requested.
7. Commits to the overall safety of the work environment by always taking extra precautions to work with the utmost care.
8. Operates lowboy to move equipment. 
9. Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

1. Knowledge of proper operation of heavy equipment. 
2. Knowledge of general road repair.
3. Knowledge of troubleshooting operations of heavy equipment.  
4. Knowledge of safety procedures.  
5. Skill in oral and written communication.
6. Skill in interpersonal relations. 
7. Skill in maintaining, inspecting, clean, and repairing pieces of heavy equipment.
8. Skill in situational awareness. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes sense of smell. 
• The work is typically performed in a noisy place or outdoors occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, grease and machinery with moving parts. Work requires use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, and gloves. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• More than two (2) years of related experience required.
• Possession of a valid Georgia commercial driver’s license (CDL).

WORK SCHEDULE AND BENEFITS

This position typically works Monday - Friday from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM. Liberty County government offers a generous benefits package to full-time permanent employees which includes: 

• 401(a) retirement plan with employer match 
• 13 paid holidays 
• Paid vacation and sick leave 
• Low-cost health dental and vision insurance 
• Free term life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Health & wellness program

Application Special Instructions

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application process should notify the Human Resources Office at (912) 391-1247 or hr@libertycountyga.gov.