Job Description

　　ESG Operations is hiring a public works technician to join our Douglas, GA, team. You would complete projects involving landscape and maintenance of public property. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating related equipment to ensure work orders are completed correctly and on time.

　　Duties and responsibilities

　　Operate equipment such as backhoes, jackhammers, chain saws, lawn mowers, chippers, leaf machines, weed eaters, concrete saws, paint strippers, or tractors with bush hogs in compliance with OSHA and ESG safety regulations.

　　Mow and trim assigned property; remove brush, tree limbs, and leaves with chipper and leaf machines; clean alleys and right-of-ways; trim hedges and sidewalks.

　　Plant and fertilize trees, shrubs, and flowers as directed; spray for weeds in flower beds and on lawns.

　　Perform cleaning tasks in assigned areas, such as sweeping, mopping, emptying trash receptacles, cleaning grit screens or grates, picking up trash or debris, or hauling refuse and recycling material to landfills.

　　Repair sidewalks and other concrete areas; resurface and repair roadways; maintain roadway curbs, crosswalks, and stop bars; finish concrete; clear roadways of debris.

　　Performs minor building repairs, including minor electrical and plumbing repairs and/or painting tasks; assists with maintenance of departmental equipment; and fuel trucks.

　　Assist in sodding and landscaping property; assist with storm clean-up; repair fences; remove animal carcasses from roadways.

　　Clean and repair drainage structures; lay pipelines; expose existing utility lines to aid heavy equipment operator and keep operator away from obstacles

　　Assist with the installation, cleaning, and maintenance of roadway traffic and informational signs

　　Assist with the preparation of public events, festivals, parades, and ceremonies, including the installation of decorations, assembling stages and structures, and maintaining garbage disposal bins during an event.

　　Direct and control traffic at work sites.

　　Qualifications

　　Prefer six months of related experience, a high school diploma or GED, or specialized vocational training. Must have a valid state driver’s license and meet minimum driving standards.

　　Knowledge of: Basic math to include addition and subtraction.

　　Skill in: Handling or using machines, tools, equipment, or relevant work aids. A job involves some latitude for judgment regarding the attainment of a standard or in selecting appropriate equipment.

　　Ability to : Read simple sentences or instructions; write simple sentences; speak simple sentences using basic grammar. Perform semi-routine work following procedures with occasional problem-solving required; this requires normal attention for accurate results.

　　Physical requirements: This position requires frequent standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing. The employee must be able to use hands to operate and manipulate tools and equipment. This position requires very heavy physical exertion, including the ability to lift over 50 pounds and exert over 100 pounds of force regularly. Must be willing to work non-standard and overtime hours as required.

　　Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous benefits package with health, dental, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and a wellness plan.

　　Requirements

　　An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.