Equipment Operator - Water

The purpose of this position is to operate and transport equipment to assist in construction projects, pipe replacement/installation, and right-of-way maintenance.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Operates equipment, including, but not limited to bobcat, dump truck, and hydro seeder.
• Provides information to and assists customers.
• Generates and completes assigned work orders and documents daily activities.
• Completes inspection and/or pre-operational checklist on equipment and requests or performs preventative maintenance and cleaning.

Supplemental Functions

• Performs other similar duties as required

Knowledge
Job Specifications and Qualifications

• Construction principles and practices
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Construction equipment and tools
• Equipment operation and maintenance

Licensing And Certifications

• Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Incumbents may be subjected to extreme temperature, wetness and/or humidity, respiratory hazards, noise and vibration, physical hazards.
• Positions in this class require: standing, fine dexterity, walking, lifting, carrying, sitting, reaching, kneeling, crawling, pushing/pulling, climbing, vision, foot controls, balancing, bending, crouching, hearing, twisting, talking.
• Heavy Work: Exerting 50-100 pounds occasionally, 25-50 pounds frequently, or from 10 up to 20 pounds constantly.