Equipment Operator

Job Title: Equipment Operator Location: City of Forest Acres, Columbia, SC Job Type: Full Time Salary: $45,000-$60,000 The City of Forest Acres is currently seeking a skilled and dependable Equipment Operator to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Operates front-end loader in order to assist in the maintenance and cleaning of streets and grounds.
• May operate non-cdl trucks
• May assist in the raking and spreading of pine straw in parks and other public areas as necessary
• Inspects equipment; completes equipment inspection reports, and daily work reports in order to document work performed; files documents and reports.
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards. 

• On days where sanitation & recycling routes are not run, complete the following duties (as directed):
• Streets & Parks maintenance 
• Washing of equipment
• Provide vehicle maintenance assistance
• Assist in the collection of debris 
• Assist in the collection of appliances, electronics and scrap metal for recycling
• Electronics pick up, stock piled at shop until sent off (TVs, household electronic, etc.)

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent 
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions.
• Ability to follow proper safety precautions.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions.

Apply online at www.forestacres.net or at Forest Acres City Hall, 5209 N. Trenholm Road, Columbia, SC 29206. 

We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

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