Equipment Operator I

This position performs semi-skilled and skilled work in the operation of a variety of light automotive, construction, farm equipment, and commercial mowers for Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) facilities. Work involves operating trucks, tractors, and commercial turf mowers, ensuring equipment is properly maintained/repaired; maintaining grounds including lawns and landscaping; patching parking lot holes; emptying trash; and repairing fences. This position also performs manual labor when not operating equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

- Operates trucks, tractors, and commercial turf mowers.

- Performs landscaping maintenance such as cutting grass, edging sidewalks, and treating for fire ants.

- Performs ground maintenance such as blowing off parking lots/tennis courts; fixing fences; picking up trash; and painting parking lot lines.

- Drives trucks and delivers equipment/supplies to locations.

- Ensures that gas/oil mix ratios are appropriate for related equipment.

- Driving to and from different locations within the Agency.

- Transports tables and chairs where needed.

- Follows verbal and written assignment instructions.

- Performs manual work when not operating equipment.

- Inspects equipment and/or vehicles being used and makes minor repairs or adjustments as needed.

- Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.