Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Streets Division

City of New Bern•New Bern, NC

About The Position

Performs intermediate semiskilled work in the regular operation of medium automotive and construction equipment, along with related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. The position operates equipment for construction, maintenance, and repair projects and performs construction, maintenance, and repair tasks when not operating equipment. May be required to work outside normal working hours in an emergency or stand-by status.

Requirements

Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school, combined with some experience operating and maintaining medium motorized equipment.
Possess an appropriate commercial driver's license valid in North Carolina.
General knowledge of the principles and practices of operating medium construction equipment.
General knowledge of traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
General knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions for operating construction and maintenance equipment.
Skill in using assigned equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to make minor equipment repairs and adjustments.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Nice To Haves

A pesticide/herbicide applicator's license may be required depending on departmental assignment.

Responsibilities

Operate a large tractor mower and tree cutter to cut vacant and overgrown lots, drainage ditch banks, road shoulders, and electric rights of way.
Operate equipment for processing and hauling wastewater sludge.
Drive a dump truck to haul rocks, dirt, wood, and bricks.
Operate a front-end loader to load and unload trucks.
Operate a street sweeper.
Operate a Cherry Picker to load and unload brown and white goods and debris from work sites and to put up banners and decorations.
Operate asphalt patching equipment to repair and patch streets.
Assist drainage maintenance crews and lay pipe in ditches and driveways.
Assist with leaf collection and operate a leaf machine.
Operate a brush saw and chipper, and feed the brush chipper to clean up brush and logs.
Perform minor equipment maintenance and repairs or adjustments.
Inspect equipment for safety before operating and attend and participate in training sessions.
Perform construction, maintenance, and repair tasks when not operating equipment.
Perform landfill tasks such as cutting and stacking wood, separating waste, and collecting soil samples.
Assist with snow removal and ice control.
Perform related tasks as required.