Equipment Operator I/II

Bellevue College; Zebulon (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator to join their team. This role involves operating motorized equipment and performing a variety of manual labor tasks essential for maintaining public works. The successful candidate will be responsible for equipment maintenance, grounds upkeep, and responding to emergency situations. If you have a passion for hands-on work and enjoy contributing to community infrastructure, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference. Join a supportive team where your skills will be valued and your contributions will have a lasting impact on the community.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of equipment operation and general maintenance work.
• Ability to operate tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Must be able to work independently and maintain relationships.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on structures and facilities.
• Respond to customer issues and emergency events as required.
• Assist with general landscaping and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Equipment operation

General maintenance

Safety precautions

Ability to follow instructions

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2-4 years experience in maintenance work

NCDOT certified flagger (preferred)

Tools

Mowers

Backhoe

Mini excavator

Tractors

Bush-hog

Job description

Performs routine work operating motorized equipment and performs a variety of manual labor. Under the general supervision of the Public Works Crew Leader.

1. Performs routine equipment operator work in maintaining and repairing structures, facilities, and grounds.
2. Performs building and grounds maintenance functions, equipment maintenance, yard waste, leaves, bulky waste and snow removal, cleaning storm drainage devices, sidewalk repairs, signage maintenance, resurfacing cuts in streets, and ditch maintenance.
3. Performs maintenance and servicing of equipment.
4. Assists with a variety of unskilled or semi-skilled general landscaping and maintenance related tasks.
5. Performs various department related general maintenance functions.
6. Responds to, investigates and documents customer issues.
7. Responds to emergency or disaster events as required.
8. Serves on rotation of on-call duties as assigned.
9. Performs all other duties as required.

This listing is intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the essential functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are a representation, not an all-inclusive listing, of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required:

1. Knowledge of equipment operation and general maintenance work performed by a municipality.
2. Skilled in the operation of assigned tools and equipment which include, but are not limited to mowers, backhoe, mini excavator, tractors, bush-hog, and various operating tools and equipment.
3. The ability to make minor and significant adjustments and repairs to equipment operated.
4. Ability to efficiently and safely operate assigned equipment.
5. Capable of identifying and reporting to a supervisor the maintenance needs of various structures or equipment.
6. Must be able to work independently.
7. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with citizens and other employees.
8. Must have the ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
9. Good working knowledge of hazards involved and safety precautions necessary in the performance of duties.
10. Basic knowledge of work zone safety standards.

Physical Requirements

1. Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking (expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words), hearing (perceiving nature of sounds by ear), and perform repetitive motions.
2. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
3. Work is subject to adverse environmental conditions.

Desirable Education and Experience

1. High school diploma or the equivalent and the ability to read and write.
2. Should have 2-4 years experience in the area of maintenance work.
3. NCDOT certified flagger preferred but not required.
4. Valid North Carolina Class B Commercial driver’s license or ability to obtain within 1 year, subject to reimbursement agreement.