City of Raleigh Municipal Government
Heavy Equipment Operator - Wastewater Repair Program
City of Raleigh Municipal Government, Wendell, North Carolina, United States, 27591
This position is being re-advertised. Candidates who have previously submitted an application and were referred to the hiring manager are still being considered and do not need to reapply.
About Us
The City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department, now also known as Raleigh Water, provides water and sanitary sewer services to roughly 198,000 metered customers and a service population of about 600,000 people in Raleigh, Garner, Wake Forest, Rolesville, Knightdale, Wendell and Zebulon areas. Our mission is to provide safe, sustainable water services for our customers while protecting public health and contributing to the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our communities. Position Overview
The Heavy Equipment Operator - Wastewater Repair Program functions as the primary transporter of materials, equipment, and refuse for each construction crew assigned to the Repair Program within the Sewer Maintenance Division. Crews within this program are tasked with repairing deficiencies found within the sanitary sewer collection system, as well as responding to emergency calls. In addition to transport functions incumbents also provide manual labor support for assigned work. The benefits of being a City of Raleigh Heavy Equipment Operator
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% Work Hours
Scheduled working hours are
Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm . This position carries with it an on-call requirement which includes 8 hours of paid standby time per on-call week, plus the potential to earn overtime pay at 1.5 times the normal hourly rate for hours worked over 40. This role may be required to work extended shifts outside of normal business hours, such as weekends and/or holidays. Work Location
This position will report to the East Raleigh Operations Center, located at 1715 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, NC 27591. Responsibilities
Daily vehicle and equipment inspections Haul materials, supplies, equipment, earth and refuse Maintenance and Operation of wide range of gas-powered small equipment Maintains and operates heavy equipment related to utility construction projects Assist with truck/supply room inventory Assist crew with all other work-related tasks Performs semi-skilled general maintenance
with the proper tools and equipment for tasks, following established safety policies, procedures, applicable codes, and regulations Serves as lead worker by assigning work and monitoring work completion Operates and/or transports equipment, including heavy equipment as needed 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, may set up traffic control measures Operates, inspects, and maintains assigned equipment and tools to ensure safe operating conditions. Performs preventative maintenance, cleaning, routine repairs and/or replacement of parts, and monitors need for advanced repairs 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 by scheduling and coordinating repairs and maintenance services Sets up and tears down traffic control work zones and various safety equipment, including trench boxes, hydraulic shoring, and confined space equipment Completes various manual labor tasks such as cutting asphalt streets or concrete sidewalks, hand digging to locate buried utilities, loading/unloading heavy equipment, using gas powered saws to cut and remove damaged sewer pipes, installing new sewer pipes/fittings, replacement of sewer manhole rings/covers, backfilling excavations, work site cleanup, materials hauling/disposal, and additional site restoration activities Supports the City’s emergency response in the event of inclement weather, including debris cleanup after severe storms or snow and ice response for Division facilities Education and Experience
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency and 1 to 3 years' experience in medium to heavy construction equipment operation or related work, such as: Construction: grading, storm drain, site work, builder, plumber, any utility construction (including fiber installation), road construction Landscaping: installer, maintenance, irrigation Mechanics: heavy equipment, HVAC, hydraulic systems Farming: manual labor, equipment operating Moving Company: labor, truck driver General Municipal Worker: utility inspector Tech School Student: mechanical Firefighter: full or part-time OR Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted. Licensing and Certifications
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 Qualifications
NC WPCSOCC Collection System Operator Certification Grade I or II, or the ability to obtain within one year of hire Knowledge of
Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work Basic mathematical concepts Basic filing and record-keeping principles Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices Uses and properties of supplies and equipment Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment) Customer service principles Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment Modern office technology Skill In
Following directions and meeting standards Providing attention to detail, proofreading, and error correction in assignments Performing routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions Monitoring and maintaining required supplies, materials and inventory Performing basic math calculations Comprehending reference books and manuals Operating assigned tools and equipment Organizing and maintaining records and files Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards Providing customer service Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction ADA and Other Requirements
Work Environment and Physical Effort: Very Heavy: Exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, construction site, or in a vehicle. Employees may occasionally work in confined spaces, warehouse environment, or shop environment. Work Exposures: There is frequent exposure to extreme cold (below 32 degrees), extreme heat (above 100 degrees), moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and loud noises (85+ decibels average over 8-hour working day such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, leaf blowers, lawn mowers, construction). Employees may occasionally be exposed to individuals who are hostile or irate, communicable diseases, and toxic or caustic chemicals or substances. City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
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The City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department, now also known as Raleigh Water, provides water and sanitary sewer services to roughly 198,000 metered customers and a service population of about 600,000 people in Raleigh, Garner, Wake Forest, Rolesville, Knightdale, Wendell and Zebulon areas. Our mission is to provide safe, sustainable water services for our customers while protecting public health and contributing to the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our communities. Position Overview
The Heavy Equipment Operator - Wastewater Repair Program functions as the primary transporter of materials, equipment, and refuse for each construction crew assigned to the Repair Program within the Sewer Maintenance Division. Crews within this program are tasked with repairing deficiencies found within the sanitary sewer collection system, as well as responding to emergency calls. In addition to transport functions incumbents also provide manual labor support for assigned work. The benefits of being a City of Raleigh Heavy Equipment Operator
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% Work Hours
Scheduled working hours are
Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm . This position carries with it an on-call requirement which includes 8 hours of paid standby time per on-call week, plus the potential to earn overtime pay at 1.5 times the normal hourly rate for hours worked over 40. This role may be required to work extended shifts outside of normal business hours, such as weekends and/or holidays. Work Location
This position will report to the East Raleigh Operations Center, located at 1715 Wendell Blvd, Wendell, NC 27591. Responsibilities
Daily vehicle and equipment inspections Haul materials, supplies, equipment, earth and refuse Maintenance and Operation of wide range of gas-powered small equipment Maintains and operates heavy equipment related to utility construction projects Assist with truck/supply room inventory Assist crew with all other work-related tasks Performs semi-skilled general maintenance
with the proper tools and equipment for tasks, following established safety policies, procedures, applicable codes, and regulations Serves as lead worker by assigning work and monitoring work completion Operates and/or transports equipment, including heavy equipment as needed 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, may set up traffic control measures Operates, inspects, and maintains assigned equipment and tools to ensure safe operating conditions. Performs preventative maintenance, cleaning, routine repairs and/or replacement of parts, and monitors need for advanced repairs 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 by scheduling and coordinating repairs and maintenance services Sets up and tears down traffic control work zones and various safety equipment, including trench boxes, hydraulic shoring, and confined space equipment Completes various manual labor tasks such as cutting asphalt streets or concrete sidewalks, hand digging to locate buried utilities, loading/unloading heavy equipment, using gas powered saws to cut and remove damaged sewer pipes, installing new sewer pipes/fittings, replacement of sewer manhole rings/covers, backfilling excavations, work site cleanup, materials hauling/disposal, and additional site restoration activities Supports the City’s emergency response in the event of inclement weather, including debris cleanup after severe storms or snow and ice response for Division facilities Education and Experience
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency and 1 to 3 years' experience in medium to heavy construction equipment operation or related work, such as: Construction: grading, storm drain, site work, builder, plumber, any utility construction (including fiber installation), road construction Landscaping: installer, maintenance, irrigation Mechanics: heavy equipment, HVAC, hydraulic systems Farming: manual labor, equipment operating Moving Company: labor, truck driver General Municipal Worker: utility inspector Tech School Student: mechanical Firefighter: full or part-time OR Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted. Licensing and Certifications
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 Qualifications
NC WPCSOCC Collection System Operator Certification Grade I or II, or the ability to obtain within one year of hire Knowledge of
Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work Basic mathematical concepts Basic filing and record-keeping principles Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices Uses and properties of supplies and equipment Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment) Customer service principles Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment Modern office technology Skill In
Following directions and meeting standards Providing attention to detail, proofreading, and error correction in assignments Performing routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions Monitoring and maintaining required supplies, materials and inventory Performing basic math calculations Comprehending reference books and manuals Operating assigned tools and equipment Organizing and maintaining records and files Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards Providing customer service Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction ADA and Other Requirements
Work Environment and Physical Effort: Very Heavy: Exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, construction site, or in a vehicle. Employees may occasionally work in confined spaces, warehouse environment, or shop environment. Work Exposures: There is frequent exposure to extreme cold (below 32 degrees), extreme heat (above 100 degrees), moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and loud noises (85+ decibels average over 8-hour working day such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, leaf blowers, lawn mowers, construction). Employees may occasionally be exposed to individuals who are hostile or irate, communicable diseases, and toxic or caustic chemicals or substances. City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
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