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    Equipment Operator Sr - Nashville, United States - Davidson County-Metro Nashville (TN)

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    Position Description

    This position announcement is for Equipment Operator Sr - Fleet Roadside Assistance,a full-time Civil Service position in General Services.

    This position is located in the Office of Fleet Management division of the Department of General Services and is responsible for operating various types of large complex vehicles and equipment associated with roadside assistance and for performing other skilled and unskilled labor functions.

    This position is also responsible for operating heavy and light duty wreckers, heavy and light duty tire trucks, light duty salt trucks, forklifts and any other equipment needed for roadside assistance, recovery and to transport vehicles to and from various locations.

    Performs related duties as required.

    The men and women in Metro's General Services Department are there to make sure the rest of government works.

    From ensuring that our city's vehicles run safely and smoothly, to keeping city buildings up to par to providing printing services and more, General Services is the support that allows other Metro departments to focus and achieve their missions.

    Typical Duties


    • Operate heavy and light duty wreckers to transport city vehicles and equipment to and from various different locations.
    • Safely and efficiently operating of wreckers, tires trucks and various other types of equipment.
    • Accurate reading of maps, written directions and the use of hands-free GPS devices.
    • Operate pneumatic, electric and various other hand tools including vehicle lifting and safety equipment like jacks and jack stands.
    • Routine, daily and detailed maintenance, safety checks and services on wreckers, tire trucks and other various equipment.
    • Prepare written documentation of inspections, equipment defects and/or other operational problems.
    • Operate a light duty salt truck to clear parking lots.
    • Maintain and operate equipment and tools.
    • Operate various equipment/vehicles of equal or lesser skill difficulty.
    • Perform other skilled and unskilled labor duties as required.
    • May assist in the training and instruction of lesser skilled employees.
    Minimum Qualifications

    Eighth (8th) grade education and one (1) year of verifiable experience operating gasoline or diesel-powered equipment or vehicles.


    • For this specific position, substitutions will not be consideredLICENSE REQUIRED
    Valid Class B or higher Commercial Driver License


    During the 6 month probationary/training period incumbent must demonstrate sufficient progress related to all required proficiencies in driving and operating equipment using hydraulics, operation of Rollbacks, Boom, Tire and Autoloader Wreckers and reading, comprehending and following street maps and other written directions.

    Failure to demonstrate the required proficiencies may result in termination of employment.


    • If you have recently applied for this position there is no need to reapply, your application is still under considerationCandidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

    Note:
    Per Metro Ordinance No.

    SO All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

    Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


    • Experience operating heavy/light wreckers, tire trucks, roadside assistance service trucks or related equipment
    We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.


    Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

    Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at

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