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Heavy Equipment Operator II - 4 Day Work Week
at James Island Public Service District
Charleston, SC
Posted: 4-8-2025
Construction, Extraction, and Architecture
$47,726/year
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About this Career
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
Skills
Cleanliness, Waste Collection, Standard Operating Procedure, Backhoes, Front End Loaders, Operations, Heavy Equipment, Chainsaws, Knuckleboom Crane
Job Description
Heavy Equipment Operator II - 4 Day Work Week 2.7 2.7 out of 5 stars 1739 Signal Point Road, Charleston, SC 29412 Under the direct supervision of the Solid Waste Route Foreman and the limited supervision of the Director of Solid Waste Services, operates all refuse collection and transport equipment, including the knuckle-boom crane, front-end loader, and the dumping trailers. Follows all the department safety policies, standard operating procedures and traffic laws. This position is designated as Essential in the event the JIPSD's Emergency Operation Plan is activated.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Operates the knuckle-boom crane, front end loader and all trucks employed in the collection and transport of garbage, metal, leaves, clippings, logs & tree stumps, bulk or light refuse. Transports refuse to the landfill or other designated sites. Operates any other heavy or special equipment such as tractors, backhoe, chain saws, etc. Follows all the Dept. safety policies, standard operating guidelines and traffic laws, under the supervision of the Solid Waste operations supervisor. Oversees all drivers and equipment assigned to his/her designated route, up to and including, Knuckle-boom, front-end loader, dump truck, transfer trailers and packer equipment. Communicates consistently with team and Supervisor to ensure completion of the assigned route on a daily basis. Completes daily maintenance and inspection checklist of each piece of equipment assigned such as checking for leaks, wear, adequate pressure, cleanliness, and fluid levels; performs wash down when required. Assists the Collectors as required to help meet JIPSD needs in the collection and disposal of trash, garbage, metal, and leaves. Attends all required safety meetings and trainingJob Type:
Full-time Pay:
$21.92 - $23.97 per hour Expected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:
401(k) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insuranceSchedule:
10 hour shiftEducation:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Ability toCommute:
Charleston, SC 29412 (Required) Ability toRelocate:
Charleston, SC 29412: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)Work Location:
In personOther Job Posting Details
Salary
Minimum
Maximum
$45,594/yr
$49,858/yr