Light Equipment Operator
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Streets Department, 102 G Street, Smyrna, TN
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
00888
Department
Streets
Opening Date
05/29/2026
Description
PAY & BENEFITS:
Pay begins at $45,032.11 annually and is dependent upon applicable experience.
In addition to the base salary, this full-time position is eligible for an annual performance bonus as well as a longevity bonus. There are 2 vacancies available.
BENEFITS :
Paid Holidays: 13 days
Paid Time Off : 23 days (7.08 hours per pay period)
Longevity Bonus: Based on Years of Service
Merit Pay: Based on performance (Annual Salary increase and Bonus)
Town Paid Benefits Include:
Insurance Premium Costs (includes vision & dental)
HSA: $20 single $110 family
OAP: $25 single $150 family
Description:
The purpose of this classification is to operate light to heavy equipment, drive large trucks/vehicles, and perform manual work associated with road surface construction, road maintenance, or other projects/activities for the Town of Smyrna. Duties and responsibilities include operating or driving small to medium equipment and larger vehicles, maintaining equipment and vehicles, hauling or transporting materials, performing road surface, right-of-way, and drainage system construction/maintenance tasks, or performing other tasks as assigned. Under minimal supervision, reports to Public Works Superintendent.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Operates on a regular basis a variety of trucks and equipment such as bulldozer, backhoes, graders, asphalt maintainers, roller compacters, loader / excavator to perform functions of Public Works.
Hauls, transports, loads, and/or unloads various equipment, or other materials used in projects or at work sites; monitors status of materials under transport and retrieves any fallen debris/materials.
Provides traffic control in Town work zones.
Performs manual labor to include shoveling and looping of asphalt, salting streets and parking lots grading and patching roads, shoveling rock/dirt, digging holes and trenches, or shoveling other materials
Assists in the repair and new construction of drainage easements.
Helps to maintain shop area and other work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
Leads, directs, mentors, and advises less skilled workers in the performance of Public Works duties, when directed by Public Works Manager.
Operates knuckle boom truck for pick up of limbs and brush. Delivers to designated location for disposal. Burns limbs in accordance to procedures established.
Maintains records in compliance to Federal, State, and Town regulations.
Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, checking fluid levels, washing/cleaning equipment, or cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment; reports any issues to Supervisor/Manager.
Any other duties as assigned by Manager.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have high school diploma or GED
Must possess a valid Tennessee Drivers License with satisfactory driving record.
Must obtain your CDL within a 6 month period after employment begins.
Must be able to properly wear mandatory safety equipment.
Two years experience operating light to heavy equipment including a backhoe and/or bulldozer, dump truck and mower
Two years experience and working knowledge pertaining to all aspects of Public Works to include: paving, drainage systems, right-of-way maintenance, and equipment operation
or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Once hired, applicant must obtain your CDL within a 6 month period after employment begins.
Previous experience in shooting grade elevations preferred.
The Town of Smyrna offers a generous benefit package for its Full-Time employees which can be viewed by clicking the link below.
Full-Time Employee Benefits
Please Note: Part-time Positions are not eligible for employee benefits.
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Are you at least 18 years of age?
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Do you have a High School Diploma or GED ?
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Do you currently possess a valid STATE drivers license with satisfactory driving record?
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Do you have a CDL OR are you willing to obtain one within 6 months of employment?
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Do you have at least two (2) years of experience involving the use of light to heavy equipment including a backhoe and/or bulldozer, dump truck and mower?
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Do you have two (2) years experience and working knowledge pertaining to all aspects of Public Works for example paving, drainage systems, right-of-way maintenance, and equipment operation?
Required Question
Employer Town of Smyrna
Address 315 South Lowry Street
Smyrna, Tennessee, 37167
Phone 615.355.5791
Website http://www.townofsmyrna.org