Equipment Operator Job at City of Lincolnton in Lincolnton

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Note: Equipment Operator Position - Salary will be based on skills & qualifications

Hiring rate is $21.05 hourly. The rate may be higher based upon experience

Open Until Filled or October 30, 2025, whichever occurs first

Overview

Primary Reason Why Classification Exists

To operate multiple types of equipment with various levels of difficulty requiring a high level of skill and competence within the Public Works Divisions.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An employee in this class performs as a skilled operator in the operation of light, medium, and heavy equipment and automated specialized vehicles in the maintenance and repair of streets and other municipal structures, and the collection/removal of solid waste/debris in residential and business districts. Typical equipment operated includes dump truck, bucket truck, tractor, street sweeper, swap loader, tanker, backhoe, sanitation vehicles, knuckle boom, leaf truck, chipper, air compressor, sled tamp, jump task packer, chain saw, road saw, skid steer, cement mixer, snow plow, jack hammer, flail mower, and/or other motorized equipment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Public Works Supervisor, and is evaluated for compliance with safety procedures, skill in equipment operation, attained performance objectives, and overall appearance of completed tasks.

• Operates light, medium and heavy equipment in the maintenance and upkeep of the City’s infrastructure
• Operates equipment in street and pedestrian traffic, around other ground utilities and in other tight places requiring care and skill
• Operates automated vehicles and hydraulic mechanisms in the collection of solid waste, recyclables, and other waste materials
• Washes and cleans assigned equipment; performs routine servicing such as checking fluid level, tire pressure, and greasing equipment
• Performs other general maintenance tasks or construction tasks such as pouring and finishing concrete, patching pavement, installing street signs, trimming bushes or trees for sight distance, laying driveway pipe, collecting leaves, cutting grass, leaf removal and other similar tasks
• Performs building maintenance including carpentry and masonry tasks at job sites
• May provide training to new employees and employees with lesser skills in equipment operation and work procedures
• Reports any unsafe conditions of equipment and other necessary repairs to supervisor
• Assists with other divisions and departments as assigned
• Utilizes departments software programs to complete division’s tasks
• Works outside normal work hours as needed, responds to emergency situations, and serves on-call
• Performs related tasks as required

• Knowledge of the operation of varied equipment operation including those requiring CDL license
• Knowledge of municipal street locations, safety procedures, and city policies regarding equipment operation, and OSHA safety regulations
• General knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of varied assigned equipment
• Thorough knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operations
• Knowledge of care and maintenance requirements of equipment assigned
• Skill in the operation of equipment to which assigned
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
• Ability to work hours as needed in support of City functions
• Ability to perform normal care and maintenance for equipment assigned
• Ability to use technology resources as assigned and implemented
• Ability to communicate effectively with city residents
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors
• Ability to receive and carry out instructions provided by a supervisor and/or job specs from blueprints
• Ability to identify and report maintenance needs of various structures, grounds, and facilities

Physical Requirements

This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions. Also requires vocal communication to express or exchange, hearing to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and visual acuity for depth perception, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection to operate motor vehicles or other equipment, determine the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observe general surroundings and activities

Working Conditions

Employees are subject to outside environmental conditions, including extreme cold and heat as well as noise levels requiring workers requiring the wearing of protective gear. Employees are subject to physical workplace hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts or construction equipment, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, and potential exposure to chemicals. Employee is subject to vibration such as oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body when working with equipment. Employees are subject to atmospheric conditions including fumes, odors, dusts, dirt, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. This employee may work in close quarters which could cause claustrophobia.

Education

Completion of high school or GED.

Experience

One or more years’ experience in the operation of medium and heavy equipment is preferred.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid North Carolina CDL-B driver’s license or CDL-A. Forklift Operator Certification, Flagger Training, and Competent Person Training will be completed within 2 years of date of hire.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt