Lead Equipment Operator II (Water Resources)

City of New Bern•New Bern, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs difficult skilled work in the regular operation of heavy and complex automotive and construction equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate equipment operators and other crew members.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of operating heavy construction equipment.
Thorough knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
Thorough 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.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and extensive experience in operation and maintenance of heavy motorized equipment.
Possession of an appropriate commercial driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.

Nice To Haves

May require specific certifications depending on departmental assignment.

Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment in construction, maintenance and repair projects.
Operates grader, dozer, front-end loader, back-hoe, street sweeper, leaf machine.
Operates scraper and tractor-trailer, dump truck, small boom truck.
Operates track hoe and trencher; excavates work sites.
Performs preventative maintenance tasks on equipment; inspects equipment for safety prior to operating.
Lubricates and checks off, fluid levels, hoses, hydraulic systems and makes minor adjustments as necessary.
Operates, services and maintains equipment at composting facility.
Directs trucks entering composting facility to proper location.
Makes water and sewer line taps; troubleshoots, repairs and maintains lines; serves as backup operator in responsible charge.
Performs repair and maintenance on traffic signals and signal cabinets.
Loads and unloads heavy equipment on to tractor-trailer.
Performs construction, maintenance and repair duties when not operating equipment.
When not operating heavy equipment, operates lighter equipment or trains other operators.
Participates in and conducts training on safety and equipment operation.
Oversees and assigns work to crew members and assigned inmates; conducts performance evaluations on assigned crew members.
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.