Motor Equipment Operator I

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled. Annual Salary: $39,819.00 - $42,607.50 Hourly: $20.42 - $21.85 Department: General Government, Stormwater Management Division: Stormwater Field Operations FLSA: Non-Exempt Job Description: In this role, you will be responsible for the operation of motor equipment that does not require a commercial drivers license for the construction, repair and maintenance of municipal rights-of-way and drainage systems. Examples of Duties: Drives and operates motor equipment such as side cutters, pickup trucks, rollers or any dump truck with a combined weight not exceeding 26,000lbs. Completes work orders and daily worksheets. Performs daily maintenance on equipment operated and maintains records of such maintenance. Operates other heavy equipment such as backhoe or front-end loader when required. Performs other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1.5 years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid state issued drivers license. Must complete and pass city vehicle operation and safety training which includes air brakes within 60 days of hire. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with air brakes. Other Necessary Requirements: May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled. In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the Citys needs. The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov] The City of Charleston is a progressive and energetic city and our goal is to grant our residents with the best service a city can provide and our visitors with the best vacation or business trip that a city can provide. Charleston is a special and unique city. The combination of our unequaled beauty, warm hospitality, and exceptional public spaces provide a wonderful backdrop for residents and visitors. Through careful conservation, creative and innovative financing, and meticulous planning, Charleston is a city that celebrates a rich history. Charleston was the first city in the country to enact a preservation ordinance. We have an active and ongoing interest in the protection and restoration of our buildings, which tell the story of our past. Keeping an eye to the future, we have set goals that make the livability and quality of life in Charleston the best in the nation. We work diligently to keep our city the best place in the country to work, to live and to play.