Equipment Operator (Engineering)

Job Description:

Equipment Operator (Engineering)

Description

Job Summary

The City of Greenville seeks an experienced individual to fill the position of Equipment Operator in our Engineering Department. The purpose of this position is to properly operate various light to medium-duty construction equipment for the upkeep and maintenance of the City's infrastructure. This is accomplished by onsite equipment operation, transporting equipment and material to and from job sites, and occasional directing of assigned crew. This position operates necessary construction or maintenance equipment on-site, relocates necessary material to and from the site, and occasionally oversees the work crew.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Examples of Duties

• Operates light to medium construction equipment such as, but not limited to: tractors, backhoes, and asphalt mobile core drill machines;
• Assists in the daily operation of the Jetter/Vacuum truck and CCTV
  Van;
• Provides aid to other crews in the execution of various assigned tasks;
• Completes routine maintenance, pre-trip inspections, reports equipment failures, and repairs or replaces worn or damaged parts;
• Occasionally supervises work crew;
• Provides barriers and visual notifications in order to maintain worksite safety;
• Prepares daily worksheets and reports all incidents or accidents immediately to a supervisor;
• Supports other departments with special events, inclement weather prevention, and post-storm cleanup; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED; and
• One year of experience operating various light to medium-duty construction equipment.
• Six months supervisory or crew leader experience (preferred but not required).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• the proper operation, maintenance of construction equipment and related attachments;
• occupational hazards and proper safety precautions needed to prevent and avoid accidents/injuries;
• state and local laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to and involved in operating equipment.

Skilled in:

• using and operating the assigned equipment or systems;
• performing repairs and maintenance of assigned equipment;
• using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems;
• communicating effectively with others to convey information.

Ability to:

• read and interpret surveyor's reports, grade stakes, and other
  construction documents to complete the job to
  specifications;
• judge terrain, determine the amount of cut and fill required, and correctly alter earth to desired construction design;
• direct the work of assigned crew members;
• work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elements;
• work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public;
• work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others;
• meet the mental and physical demands of the job.

Special Requirements

Special Requirements:
• Valid N.C. Driver's License or another state and an acceptable driving record.

• Valid N.C. Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required

within six months of hire and an acceptable driving record.

The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.

Visit the City of Greenville Human Resources Website for a more in depth summary of our benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 9/24/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary:

$42,868.80 Annually