Motor Equipment Operator I - Stormwater

City of Statesville•City of Statesville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Motor Equipment Operator I works in the Stormwater Division of the Engineering Department, performing construction, maintenance, and repair work involving stormwater drainage, runoff, and related infrastructure. The position also performs general maintenance on municipal facilities and equipment. The employee may be required to respond to natural or man-made disasters, and disaster-response assignments may take precedence over the duties described here. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years old.
One year of experience operating trucks and heavy motorized equipment such as backhoes, skid steers, and mini excavators.
Possess a valid North Carolina CDL Class A license, or another valid CDL Class A license and obtain a North Carolina CDL Class A within 60 days of establishing permanent residence in North Carolina; OR possess a valid North Carolina CDL Class B license, or another valid CDL Class B license and obtain a North Carolina CDL Class B within 60 days of establishing permanent residence in North Carolina, and obtain a North Carolina CDL Class A within 12 months of hire.
Possess a valid Confined Space Safety certification or obtain one within 12 months of hire.
Thorough knowledge of operating and servicing trucks and stormwater construction equipment, traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation, occupational hazards and safety precautions, and common and specialized hand and power tools.
General knowledge of activities that are permissible or prohibited in sensitive aquatic environments and that could affect water quality and quantity.
Ability to follow safety policies and procedures and perform manual labor for extended periods, including under unfavorable weather conditions.
Ability to make minor equipment repairs and adjustments and operate various types of automotive equipment.
Ability to place cones, barricades, and warning devices properly and direct traffic flow at job sites.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing, and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments, supervisors, city officials, and the public.

Responsibilities

Assist with heavy manual work to repair, maintain, and construct stormwater infrastructure.
Perform general maintenance on municipal facilities and equipment.
Operate trucks and specialized equipment, including jet rodders, flexible rodders, backhoes, skid steers, and mini excavators.
Transport sand, stone, gravel, and other supplies to work sites.
Operate a light truck carrying crew members, tools, equipment, and supplies.
Assist with loading and unloading equipment and materials.
Work in stream and creek environments and city-maintained rights-of-way.
Assist with installation of trench shoring equipment.
Operate light equipment.
Set up work zones.
Respond to natural or man-made disasters when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.