Description • Operates backhoe, excavator, front-end loader, bulldozer and other equipment used in the maintenance of streets and the stormwater system. • Operates vehicles and equipment to transport equipment, tool and supplies to and from work sites. • Trims and prunes city trees; removes tree limbs and debris from streets and city property; installs trees and landscaping. • Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment; performs pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections. • Assists in traffic control at work sites. • Installs and removes holiday decorations. • Performs related duties. Requirements • Knowledge of the techniques, equipment, and supplies used in street, tree, and stormwater system maintenance. • Knowledge of city and departmental safety policies and procedures. • Knowledge of the geography of the city, including street names and locations. • Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment. • Skill in prioritizing and organizing work. • Skill in the use of hand and power tools. • Skill in oral and written communication. • Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent. • Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. • Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.