Equipment Operator Light - Streets

City of Winston-Salem • Winston-Salem, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under immediate supervision, performs routine semi-skilled work in the operation of motorized equipment; does related work as required.

Requirements

• Completion of the eleventh grade and some experience in the operation of motorized equipment.
• Some knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing trucks and related light construction equipment.
• Some knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
• Some knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment.
• Skill and care in the operation of several types of trucks and construction equipment.
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Able to work 12 hour shifts 7 days a week during ice and snow removal.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina Commercial (CDL) driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operates a tandem dump truck and other equipment in connection with the transportation of sand, stone, gravel and supplies.
• Operates a light truck in carrying tools, equipment and supplies to and from repair jobs.
• Operates a motor truck engaged in sanding and plowing icy streets and roads and in snow removal; occasionally services and performs minor repairs on equipment.
• Operates a tar distributor used in road maintenance; as a trainee.
• Operates medium or heavy equipment; when not operating equipment, performs semi-skilled work at job site.

Benefits

• Sign-on incentive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED