Heavy Equipment Operator I (Water & Sewer)

This position is housed within the Water & Sewer Division of the Public Utilities Department

REPORTS TO:

Construction and Maintenance Supervisor

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

CLASSIFICATION:

Personnel System - Requires satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period.

PAY GRADE:

111

SAFETY SENSITIVE:

Yes - CDL; Subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.

Purpose of Job

The purpose of this job is to operate equipment and perform manual work functions associated with construction and maintenance of water/sewer service lines. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, operating/maintaining equipment; transporting materials and equipment; performing laboring activities; installing, repairing, and maintaining water/sewer mains, lines and associated functions; and performing additional tasks as assigned.

Job Related Requirements

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday, 6:30 am - 5:00 pm. (10 Hour shifts) Subject to call back 24 hours/day, 7 days/ week.

May be required to work on religious holidays.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Must work cooperatively with others.

When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.