City of Savannah, GA
Heavy Equipment Operator - President Street Water Plant
City of Savannah, GA, Savannah, Georgia, United States, 31441
Salary :
$44,851.00 Annually Location :
Savannah, GA Job Type:
Full-Time Permanent Job Number:
2502759 Department:
Water Reclamation Division:
President Street Plant Opening Date:
09/29/2025 Closing Date:
10/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Purpose CDL Enhancement: an additional $10,000.00 yearly
This position operates assigned heavy equipment. Essential Job Functions
Coordinates, assigns, and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed. Operates and maintains heavy motorized equipment. Operates and maintains roll-off vehicle and equipment. Operates automated refuse truck in assigned areas. Operates a boom truck to pick up bulk items. Operates a box truck. Operates a vacuum truck. Operates street sweepers and dump trucks. Operates the centrifuge system to de-water sludge. Periodically cleans the centrifuge. Loads sludge into a dump truck. Transports sludge to the landfill in a dump truck. Cleans and maintains the dump truck. Cleans and maintains the polymer pump. Assists in the maintenance of assigned equipment. Cleans ditches, canals, and catch basins. Completes route sheets and daily reports. Completes work orders; maintains required paperwork Collects acceptable recyclables. Inspects equipment before use to ensure necessary repairs are made. Inspects job sites for possible hazards. Lays out and installs new drainage ditches; places new Storm Water structures. Responds to customer inquiries and refers customer complaints to a supervisor. Ensures proper equipment maintenance; performs minor repairs as necessary. Sands and paints refuse containers. Sanitizes refuse containers. Transports heavy equipment to job sites. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a High School Diploma or GED, with one to three years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid state Commercial Driver's License with an acceptable driving history; required to perform the essential functions of this position.
schedule: 7 am - 3 pm M-F / on call as needed
Additional Requirements Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment. CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Overview of Benefits
Paid Holiday Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan Retirement Seminars PPO Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Health & Wellness Incentives Long Term Disability Excellence and Service Recognition Employee Development and In-Service Training Educational Assistance Program Uniform Allowance (select positions) Employee Assistance Program Discounts and Memberships Employee Relations Direct Deposit Credit Union Pretax Parking Deductions Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program Domestic Partnership Benefits
Healthcare
PPO Medical Plus Plan PPO Medical Basic Plan Dental Plus Plan Dental Basic Plan Vision Service Plan
Life Insurance
Basic Life and ADD Supplemental Life Employee Supplemental Life Spouse Supplemental Life Child
Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee. 01
Do you have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with an acceptable driving history?
Yes No
02
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
Yes No
03
How many years of heavy equipment operation experience do you have?
Less than one year 1 - 2 years of experience More than 3 years of experience
04
How many years of maintenance experience do you have?
Less than one year 1 - 2 years of experience More than 3 years of experience
Required Question
$44,851.00 Annually Location :
Savannah, GA Job Type:
Full-Time Permanent Job Number:
2502759 Department:
Water Reclamation Division:
President Street Plant Opening Date:
09/29/2025 Closing Date:
10/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Purpose CDL Enhancement: an additional $10,000.00 yearly
This position operates assigned heavy equipment. Essential Job Functions
Coordinates, assigns, and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed. Operates and maintains heavy motorized equipment. Operates and maintains roll-off vehicle and equipment. Operates automated refuse truck in assigned areas. Operates a boom truck to pick up bulk items. Operates a box truck. Operates a vacuum truck. Operates street sweepers and dump trucks. Operates the centrifuge system to de-water sludge. Periodically cleans the centrifuge. Loads sludge into a dump truck. Transports sludge to the landfill in a dump truck. Cleans and maintains the dump truck. Cleans and maintains the polymer pump. Assists in the maintenance of assigned equipment. Cleans ditches, canals, and catch basins. Completes route sheets and daily reports. Completes work orders; maintains required paperwork Collects acceptable recyclables. Inspects equipment before use to ensure necessary repairs are made. Inspects job sites for possible hazards. Lays out and installs new drainage ditches; places new Storm Water structures. Responds to customer inquiries and refers customer complaints to a supervisor. Ensures proper equipment maintenance; performs minor repairs as necessary. Sands and paints refuse containers. Sanitizes refuse containers. Transports heavy equipment to job sites. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a High School Diploma or GED, with one to three years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid state Commercial Driver's License with an acceptable driving history; required to perform the essential functions of this position.
schedule: 7 am - 3 pm M-F / on call as needed
Additional Requirements Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen, and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment. CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Overview of Benefits
Paid Holiday Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan Retirement Seminars PPO Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Health & Wellness Incentives Long Term Disability Excellence and Service Recognition Employee Development and In-Service Training Educational Assistance Program Uniform Allowance (select positions) Employee Assistance Program Discounts and Memberships Employee Relations Direct Deposit Credit Union Pretax Parking Deductions Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program Domestic Partnership Benefits
Healthcare
PPO Medical Plus Plan PPO Medical Basic Plan Dental Plus Plan Dental Basic Plan Vision Service Plan
Life Insurance
Basic Life and ADD Supplemental Life Employee Supplemental Life Spouse Supplemental Life Child
Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee. 01
Do you have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with an acceptable driving history?
Yes No
02
Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
Yes No
03
How many years of heavy equipment operation experience do you have?
Less than one year 1 - 2 years of experience More than 3 years of experience
04
How many years of maintenance experience do you have?
Less than one year 1 - 2 years of experience More than 3 years of experience
Required Question