NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Senior Heavy Equipment Operator
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$53K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expThe City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department, also known as Raleigh Water, provides essential water and sewer services to a large community. They are seeking a Senior Heavy Equipment Operator who will lead a crew in the Easement Maintenance Program, operating heavy machinery and overseeing various maintenance tasks to ensure safe and efficient operations.
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Responsibilities
Performs skilled maintenance work with the proper maintenance tools and equipment for tasks, following established safety policies, procedures, applicable codes, and regulations
Serves as a lead worker of a two staff member crew by assigning work and monitoring work completion
Operates and/or transports equipment; operates assigned heavy equipment for various functions which may include grading/excavating, collection and removal of debris, refuse and/or snow, and/or material application and distribution
Plans routes and sets up work areas for safety and operational efficiency, including overseeing setup/teardown of traffic control measures, work zones, and various safety equipment including trench boxes, hydraulic shoring, and confined space equipment. Monitors work to ensure applicable rules and regulations are followed
Utilizes heavy equipment to cut and remove vegetation from areas where sanitary sewer structures are located outside of public right of ways or streets. Examples of work areas include rough terrain, steep grades, stream beds, and low-lying wetland areas
Plans, monitors and reviews inventory, resources and materials needs. Initiates orders for resources based on requirements, working with contract workers and trade specialists as needed to schedule and coordinate repairs and maintenance services
Instructs staff completing various manual labor tasks such as work site cleanup, materials hauling/disposal, use of various gas-powered small equipment, and additional site restoration activities
Documents work progress and completes electronic work orders
Responds to customer generated calls and investigates reports of issues to determine appropriate corrective actions
Supports the City’s emergency response in the event of inclement weather, such as debris cleanup after severe storms or snow and ice response for Division facilities
Fills in, as needed, for the assigned Senior Utilities Specialist (Field Supervisor) during absences or vacancies
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency
3 to 5 years' experience in medium to heavy construction equipment operation or related work
Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire
Preferred
NC WPCSOCC Collection System Operator Certification Grade I or II, or the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire
Benefits
Get your CDL! The City will provide CDL training and license reimbursement upon passing the CDL exam
Education provided to learn Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection Operator standards and earn certifications
Qualifying Heavy Equipment Operators are eligible for training certifications that provide stipends of additional pay up to 12.5%
Company
NEOGOV
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