Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Streets Division

City of New BernNew Bern, NC
Onsite

About The Position

Performs intermediate semiskilled work in the regular operation of medium automotive and construction equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Requirements

  • Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school
  • Some experience in operation and maintenance of medium motorized equipment.
  • Possession of an appropriate commercial driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
  • May require possession of pesticide/herbicide applicator's license depending on departmental assignment.

Nice To Haves

  • General knowledge of the principles and practices of operating medium construction equipment
  • General knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation
  • General knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment
  • Skill in the use of equipment to which assigned
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates

Responsibilities

  • Operates large tractor mower and tree cutter cutting vacant and overgrown lots, drainage ditch banks, road shoulders and electric right of ways.
  • Operates equipment for processing and hauling wastewater sludge.
  • Drives dump truck hauling rocks, dirt, wood and bricks.
  • Operates front-end loader loading and unloading trucks.
  • Operates street sweeper.
  • Operates Cherry Picker, loading and unloading brown and white goods and debris from work sites; puts up banners and decorations.
  • Operates asphalt patching equipment to repair and patch streets.
  • Assists drainage maintenance crews; lays pipe in ditches and driveways.
  • Helps with leaf collection; operates leaf machine; operates brush saw and chipper; feeds brush chipper to clean up brush and logs.
  • Performs minor maintenance work on equipment.
  • Inspects equipment for safety prior to operating; attends and participates in training sessions.
  • Performs construction maintenance and repair tasks when not operating equipment.
  • Performs a variety of tasks at landfill such as cutting and stacking wood and separating waste; collects soil samples.
  • Assists with snow removal and ice control.
  • May be required to work outside normal working hours in an emergency or stand-by status.
  • Performs related tasks as required.
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