Equipment Operator III - Street Sweeper

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Equipment Operator III - Street Sweeper

# 098 Jun 30 2026 - Sep 04 2026 $16.35 - $21.00 per hour Solid, Hazardous, and Recycling Waste/Solid Waste

Terrebonne Parish Consolidated Government's Equipment Operator III - Street Sweeper is responsible for operating specialized street sweeper equipment to clean designated streets and catch basins throughout Terrebonne Parish.

In this role, the incumbent will be expected to use the street sweeper to clean daily routes, perform vehicle inspections, fuel and maintain equipment, complete assignments through the MGO system, and support various special events and other Solid Waste operations as needed.

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Job Requirements

Valid Louisiana Commercial Driver's

License Class B

Job Duties

• Conduct daily pre-operation inspections of the street sweeper, including checking oil, coolant, lights, tire pressure, and fluid levels.
• Load daily assignments into the MGO system and complete scheduled street sweeping routes.
• Fuel the vehicle, weigh in and dump debris at the transfer station, and wash out the hopper after use.
• Refill water tanks for sprayer systems and ensure sprayer tips are clean and functioning properly.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the street sweeper, including weekly washing, sweeping out floors, and greasing mechanical components.
• Attend monthly safety meetings and adhere to all departmental safety protocols.
• Ensure the truck's inspection sticker is current.
• Refill DEF tanks, monitor service intervals, and perform basic maintenance such as topping off fluids and changing lires.
• Replace gutter brooms and perform seasonal maintenance as needed.
• Operate additional equipment including roll-off trucks, grizzly units, loaders, dump trucks, dozers, skid steers, and grapple trucks when required.
• Assist with bush hogging, hauling limestone, and other landfill-related tasks.
• Support special events such as Mardi Gras, Downtown Festival, and Christmas by performing assigned cleanup and operational duties.
• Participate in quarterly One-on-One meetings with Supervisor.
• Complete all required annual trainings-including ethics, harassment prevention, diversity, and cybersecurity-in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Ensure all duties and responsibilities are performed with integrity, professionalism, and in good faith, consistently upholding and protecting the interests, reputation, and assets of the Parish government.
• Perform any additional task as required by Supervisor.

Skills and Qualifications

• Leadership Skills: Demonstrates initiative and dependability by independently completing assignments and contributing to a safe, efficient, and team-oriented work environment.
• Time Management: Manages daily routes, maintenance tasks, and special event support efficiently to meet operational schedules and departmental expectations.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to identify equipment issues and operational needs through routine inspections and adjusts work practices to maintain performance and safety.
• Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication with team members, supervisors, and the public.
• Organizational Skills: Maintains accurate records, follows scheduled routes, and ensures equipment and workspaces are clean, stocked, and well-maintained.
• Technical Skills: Operates and maintains street sweepers and other heavy equipment safely and effectively, including fueling, servicing, and basic mechanical troubleshooting.
• Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED certification preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of appropriate experience in operating heavy equipment or related field.

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