City of Greensboro, NC
City of Greensboro, NC is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator (Concrete/Asphalt) in
City of Greensboro, NC, Greensboro, NC, US, 27497
Salary: $42,072.00 - $75,287.00 Annually
Location : 401 Patton Avenue Greensboro, NC
Job Type: Active Full-Time
Job Number: 04808
Department: Transportation
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 10/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
*** Extended Recruitment ****
If you have submitted an application previously for this recruitment, you need "NOT" apply again. All applications are still under consideration.
Heavy Equipment, Major Impact-Be Part of Our Infrastructure Team!
Compensation and Benefits:
Estimated Hiring Salary Range: $42,072 - $55,358 Full Salary Range: $42,072 - $75,287 Annually, depending on qualifications.
Benefits:
You can learn more about the benefits that the City of Greensboro offers by visiting City of Greensboro Benefits.
Work Schedule: Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Schedule may change during holiday weeks or for emergency services, requiring a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, or holidays. This position is also subject to after-hours on-call responsibilities.
The City of Greensboro is seeking a dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator (Concrete/Asphalt) to join our Transportation Department. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the City's streets and infrastructure by ensuring safety and efficiency in street maintenance and repair operations. If you have experience operating heavy equipment and working in roadway construction environments, we encourage you to apply!
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
As a Heavy Equipment Operator (Concrete/Asphalt), you will be responsible for operating heavy equipment in support of street maintenance and repair activities. The primary focus of this role is to operate a backhoe safely and effectively, but responsibilities will also include working with other heavy machinery such as skid steers, mini excavators, and motor graders. Additional duties may include:
This position requires physical stamina, including standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven surfaces, shoveling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions. Must be able to able to acquire a Class A Commercial Driver's Permit within 30 days and a Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement within 120 days of employment. Must also have reliable means of contact (home or cellular telephone).
Women, Minorities, and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply!
This job is Non-Exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Qualifications
What You Bring:
Minimum Qualifications:
Ready to Lead?
If you are a hardworking, detail-oriented professional who takes pride in contributing to the City's infrastructure, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in making Greensboro a better place to live and work!
01
What is your highest level of Education? Please select Not Applicable if you do not possess a high school diploma or GED.All Education/Degrees must also be reflected in the Education section of your employment application.
02
Please select the "class" category driver's license you possess.
03
How many years of experience do you possess operating heavy equipment, such as backhoes, skid steers, mini excavators, and motor graders?**Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.**
04
"Clearly" describe (company name, job duties, etc.) your experience operating heavy equipment, such as backhoes, skid steers, mini excavators, and motor graders. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A."• Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers.• You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.
05
Do you have experience in concrete and/or asphalt work?**Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.**
06
"Clearly" describe (company name, job duties, etc.) your experience in concrete and/or asphalt work. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A."• Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers.• You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.
07
Do you have experience reading blueprints or cut sheets?**Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.**
08
"Clearly" describe (company name, job duties, etc.) your experience reading blueprints or cut sheets. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A."• Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers.• You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.
09
Do you have experience interpreting grade stakes and digging on grade?**Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.**
10
"Clearly" describe (company name, job duties, etc.) your experience interpreting grade stakes and digging on grade. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A."• Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers.• You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.
11
Do you have a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with a Tanker Endorsement?
12
I understand that all Required Competencies, Work history and Credentials and Education must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application, "See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.
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Location : 401 Patton Avenue Greensboro, NC
Job Type: Active Full-Time
Job Number: 04808
Department: Transportation
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 10/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
*** Extended Recruitment ****
If you have submitted an application previously for this recruitment, you need "NOT" apply again. All applications are still under consideration.
Heavy Equipment, Major Impact-Be Part of Our Infrastructure Team!
Compensation and Benefits:
Estimated Hiring Salary Range: $42,072 - $55,358 Full Salary Range: $42,072 - $75,287 Annually, depending on qualifications.
Benefits:
You can learn more about the benefits that the City of Greensboro offers by visiting City of Greensboro Benefits.
Work Schedule: Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Schedule may change during holiday weeks or for emergency services, requiring a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, or holidays. This position is also subject to after-hours on-call responsibilities.
The City of Greensboro is seeking a dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator (Concrete/Asphalt) to join our Transportation Department. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the City's streets and infrastructure by ensuring safety and efficiency in street maintenance and repair operations. If you have experience operating heavy equipment and working in roadway construction environments, we encourage you to apply!
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- Be part of a team that contributes directly to the safety and functionality of Greensboro's infrastructure.
- Work with modern equipment and gain hands-on experience in street maintenance and repair.
- Enjoy a structured work schedule with competitive pay and excellent benefits.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
As a Heavy Equipment Operator (Concrete/Asphalt), you will be responsible for operating heavy equipment in support of street maintenance and repair activities. The primary focus of this role is to operate a backhoe safely and effectively, but responsibilities will also include working with other heavy machinery such as skid steers, mini excavators, and motor graders. Additional duties may include:
- Driving dump trucks and participating in street maintenance activities.
- Operating equipment for the City's snow removal program.
- Performing labor tasks such as concrete forming and finishing, as well as asphalt-related work.
- Working in and around traffic and heavy equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
This position requires physical stamina, including standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven surfaces, shoveling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions. Must be able to able to acquire a Class A Commercial Driver's Permit within 30 days and a Class A Commercial Driver's License with tanker endorsement within 120 days of employment. Must also have reliable means of contact (home or cellular telephone).
Women, Minorities, and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply!
This job is Non-Exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Qualifications
What You Bring:
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED with 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment, such as backhoes, skid steers, mini excavators, and motor graders.
- Valid driver's license.
- Experience in concrete and/or asphalt work.
- Experience reading blueprints or cut sheets.
- Experience interpreting grade stakes and digging on grade.
- Possession of a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with a tanker endorsement.
Ready to Lead?
If you are a hardworking, detail-oriented professional who takes pride in contributing to the City's infrastructure, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in making Greensboro a better place to live and work!
01
What is your highest level of Education? Please select Not Applicable if you do not possess a high school diploma or GED.All Education/Degrees must also be reflected in the Education section of your employment application.
- Not Applicable
- Some High School Education
- High School Diploma / GED
- Some College
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- Doctorate
- Juris Doctorate
02
Please select the "class" category driver's license you possess.
- No Driver's License
- NCID (North Carolina Identification Card)
- Type C
- Type A CDL
- Type B CDL
- Out of state Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Out of state non/commercial Driver's License
03
How many years of experience do you possess operating heavy equipment, such as backhoes, skid steers, mini excavators, and motor graders?**Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.**
- No experience
- Less than 1 year experience
- 1 years experience, but less than 3 years experience
- 3 years experience, but less than 5 years experience
- 5 years experience, but less than 7 years experience
- 7 years experience, but less than 10 years experience
- 10 or more years experience
04
"Clearly" describe (company name, job duties, etc.) your experience operating heavy equipment, such as backhoes, skid steers, mini excavators, and motor graders. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A."• Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers.• You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.
05
Do you have experience in concrete and/or asphalt work?**Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.**
- Yes
- No
06
"Clearly" describe (company name, job duties, etc.) your experience in concrete and/or asphalt work. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A."• Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers.• You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.
07
Do you have experience reading blueprints or cut sheets?**Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.**
- Yes
- No
08
"Clearly" describe (company name, job duties, etc.) your experience reading blueprints or cut sheets. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A."• Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers.• You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.
09
Do you have experience interpreting grade stakes and digging on grade?**Experience must also be reflected in the Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.**
- Yes
- No
10
"Clearly" describe (company name, job duties, etc.) your experience interpreting grade stakes and digging on grade. • If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A."• Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers.• You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.
11
Do you have a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with a Tanker Endorsement?
- Yes
- No
12
I understand that all Required Competencies, Work history and Credentials and Education must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application, "See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.
- I Understand
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