Motor Equipment Operator 1 - Stormwater

JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, performs skilled labor in the maintenance of Town’s drainage systems. Work involves cleaning ditches, building catch basis, laying pipe, etc.; and perform work clearing rights-of-ways and other special projects as assigned. Reports to Maintenance Construction Supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Cuts grass, trees, and brush as needed to clear and/or maintain right-of-ways using a bush hog.
• Performs general labor on the maintenance and construction of drainage systems, piping, etc.
• Conducts general duties such as cleaning up around assigned areas, maintaining equipment, etc.
• Provides assistance as necessary in emergency situations and during after hours or inclement weather conditions.
• Provides assistance to coworkers as required to promote safety and efficiency; may be assigned to orient and train new employees in the performance of job duties.
• Refers to policy and procedure manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.
• Uses a variety of tools such as grading instruments, water pumps, shovels, rake, hoe, etc.; and a variety of supplies such as pipe, brick, cement, textile fabric, stone, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Foreman, Stormwater Manager, coworkers, other Town employees, and the general public.
• Operates a variety of equipment and machinery (such as tractors, backhoe, flatbed truck, etc.).
• Uses a variety of tools (such as rakes, pitchforks, weed eater, blower, pressure washer, etc.); and a variety of supplies (such as gas, weed eater string, safety equipment, etc.).
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of one year experience with storm drain installation; or any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the Stormwater Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Motor Equipment Operator I.  
• Knowledge of the methods used in the repair and maintenance of stormwater infrastructure and is skilled in performing same. 
• Knowledge of the proper specifications and standards applicable to the work performed. 
• Knowledge of how to clean, repair and maintain a variety of machines and equipment to promote safe and efficient operations. 
• Knowledge of and skilled in the utilization of a variety of machinery, tools, and equipment necessary to complete daily tasks. 
• Knowledge of how to communicate in an effective manner with all levels of management and other persons.
• Knowledge of the established standards of productivity and quality of work to be maintained in the performance of the job.   
• Ability to properly and safely operate and maintain equipment, machinery and tools used in maintaining assigned areas of the department. 
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret service requests and job assignments.  
• Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions and complete work in a timely manner. 
• Ability to apply common sense understanding and use independent judgment in fairly routine situations.  
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions including smoke, dust, heat, cold, wetness, etc. 
• Ability to handle required mathematical calculations. 
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be physically able to operate a truck, tractor, and numerous small tools and equipment.  Must be able to exert in excess of one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of fifty pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of twenty pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.   

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 Benefits Offered

 Health insurance
 Dental insurance
 Life insurance
 SC Retirement System
 401k deferred compensation
 457b deferred compensation
 Vacation Leave
 Sick Leave
 Holiday Leave (12 holidays)
 Flexible Spending Accounts
 Other Voluntary Insurance
 
The Town of Summerville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit and hire employees without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), age, political affiliation or disability, except when physical condition is a bona fide occupational qualification, and any other status protected by federal or state law.

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