Light Equipment Operator

Pay & Benefits Pay begins at $45,032.11 annually and is dependent upon applicable experience. In addition to the base salary, this full-time position is eligible for an annual performance bonus as well as a longevity bonus. There are 2 vacancies available. Benefits Paid Holidays: 13 days. Paid Time Off: 23 days (7.08 hours per pay period). Longevity Bonus: Based on Years of Service. Merit Pay: Based on performance (Annual Salary increase and Bonus). Town Paid Benefits Include Short and Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Basic Life Insurance (1x Salary or $50k minimum, $10k spouse, & $5k child) Retirement Contribution & Match Education Reimbursement Free Wellness Programs and Free Gym Access Insurance Premium Costs (includes vision & dental) HSA: $20 single, $110 family OAP: $25 single, $150 family Description The purpose of this classification is to operate light to heavy equipment, drive large trucks/vehicles, and perform manual work associated with road surface construction, road maintenance, or other projects/activities for the Town of Smyrna. Duties and responsibilities include operating or driving small to medium equipment and larger vehicles, maintaining equipment and vehicles, hauling or transporting materials, performing road surface, right‑of‑way, and drainage system construction/maintenance tasks, or performing other tasks as assigned. Under minimal supervision, reports to Public Works Superintendent. Responsibilities Operate a variety of trucks and equipment such as bulldozer, backhoes, graders, asphalt maintainers, roller compacters, loader/excavator to perform functions of Public Works. Haul, transport, load, and/or unload various equipment or other materials used in projects or at work sites; monitor status of materials under transport and retrieve any fallen debris/materials. Provide traffic control in Town work zones. Perform manual labor, including shoveling and looping of asphalt, salting streets and parking lots, grading and patching roads, shoveling rock/dirt, digging holes and trenches, or shoveling other materials. Assist in the repair and new construction of drainage easements. Help maintain shop area and other work areas in a clean and orderly condition. Lead, direct, mentor, and advise less skilled workers in the performance of Public Works duties when directed by Public Works Manager. Operate knuckle boom truck for pick up of limbs and brush, deliver to designated location for disposal, burn limbs according to procedures established. Maintain records in compliance with Federal, State, and Town regulations. Perform general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, including inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop/work areas; monitor equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; report faulty equipment and other issues to Supervisor/Manager. Perform any other duties as assigned by Manager. Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have high school diploma or GED. Must possess a valid Tennessee Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record. Must obtain a CDL within 6 months after employment begins. Must be able to properly wear mandatory safety equipment. At least two years experience operating light to heavy equipment including a backhoe and/or bulldozer, dump truck and mower. At least two years experience and working knowledge pertaining to all aspects of Public Works to include paving, drainage systems, right‑of‑way maintenance, and equipment operation, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience providing the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Previous experience in shooting grade elevations preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Town-of-Smyrn