City of Goldsboro is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator (Stormwater Maintenance) i

Hiring range is negotiable between $42,495 and $55,239 depending on a candidate's qualifications and experience.

The purpose of this position is to perform semi-skilled to skilled work in the repair, maintenance and replacement of the City’s stormwater infrastructure, requiring significant experience and skill in the operation of light and heavy-duty construction equipment. An employee in this class will be skilled in operating most of the equipment used within the stormwater division, to include dump trucks, street sweepers, backhoes, skid steers, front-end loaders, excavators, Jet-Vacs, farm tractors with various attachments, etc. Employee will be part of, and may lead, a small work crew in performance of duties to include manual labor tasks. Basic work requirements include, but are not be limited to, excavating jobsites; loading and hauling materials, supplies, soil, dirt and debris; sweeping streets; jet-rodding pipe; digging, regrading and maintaining ditches; maintaining, repairing and installing pipes, curb and gutter systems, manholes, and catch basins; masonry work, etc. Employee performs work in accordance with established safety rules and regulations. Employee may be required to work shifts or on weekends during severe weather, such as hurricanes, winter snow storms, high winds, etc. Employee may also be expected to perform “on-call” duties as directed.

This job works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Operates various types of heavy equipment, including backhoes, front-end loaders, dump trucks, flatbed trucks, skid steers, excavators, Jet-Vacs, street sweepers, tractors, etc. during the performance of daily responsibilities.
• Ensures machinery and equipment are properly maintained; completes daily checks and preventative maintenance requirements, and schedules maintenance and repairs accordingly to ensure equipment remains in good working order.
• Uses various pneumatic, gas or electric power tools, including compressors, jack-hammers, chain saws, tamps, drills, etc. to perform daily responsibilities.
• Uses various hand tools to perform daily tasks, including shovels, rakes, bush axes, hoes, etc.
• Assists with all aspects of concrete work related to maintaining stormwater infrastructure; saw cutting and removing concrete; constructing and repairing manholes; laying forms, pouring and finishing new curb and gutter; and cleaning up the worksite.
• Performs surface and subsurface stormwater infrastructure maintenance, repair and construction, including clearing, regrading and excavating ditches; clearing, repairing and installing pipe; repairing and installing catch basins; and sweeping streets.
• Performs various landscaping duties to dress up jobsites, including weed eating, trimming shrubs and trees, seeding grass, etc., as well as applying herbicides and pesticides for weeds and fire ants.
• Ensures all safety procedures and protocols are in place and used effectively at all jobsites and work zones, including placement of safety signs, cones, flaggers, etc.
• Manually clean catch basins, curb and gutter, and other drainage structures to remove collected debris from the stormwater conveyance system.
• Responds to severe weather and/or natural disaster events, including winter storms, hurricanes, high winds, etc. to assist in recovery efforts; collects and hauls debris, loads dump trucks, spreads salt or sand, plows and scrapes snow and ice, etc.
• Works various shifts to operate equipment in support of natural disasters or major weather events.
• Performs “on-call” duties on a rotational basis as needed.
• Prepares daily logs and other reports to track performance and completed tasks; uses computer and related software to input data.
• Assists other departments and agencies as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of tools, materials and methods used to maintain and repair stormwater conveyance systems.
• Knowledge of the operational and preventative maintenance requirements for light and heavy duty construction equipment and vehicles assigned to perform primary duties.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in the operation of assigned equipment and performance of daily responsibilities.
• Knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
• Knowledge of street locations and the geographic layout of the City.
• Skill in the fundamental use of computers and basic administrative software applications.
• Skill operating and maintaining light and heavy duty construction equipment, and using basic hand tools.
• Ability to lead a work crew and oversee a jobsite through task completion, ensuring quality job performance and work.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions, both oral and written.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to respond with courtesy to citizens.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Five years of operating light to heavy duty construction type equipment or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Knowledge of or previous experience in stormwater infrastructure maintenance, repair and construction preferred.

Special Certifications and Licenses

• Must possess and maintain a valid state class “B” commercial driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Physical Demands

• Performs heavy work that involves constantly lifting, shoveling, and carrying 35 to 50 pounds on a regular and recurring basis and exerting 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• Involves routine and frequent exposure to:
  • Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
  • Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
  • Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
  • Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
  • Traffic; Moving machinery.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

The City of Goldsboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the City to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the City.

Essential Safety Functions

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures, and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed, and employees are properly trained.

The City of Goldsboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer!