Heavy Equipment Operator (CDL Class A Required)

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is hiring for a position responsible for operating heavy equipment in installing, repairing, and maintaining the city’s water and wastewater system. The role includes driving heavy machinery, performing site preparation, and ensuring safety during complex field operations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, at least six months of construction-related heavy equipment experience, and a valid NC Class A CDL.

Qualifications

• Requires a valid North Carolina Class A CDL driver's license.
• Six months of construction work experience including operating heavy equipment.
• NC Grade 1 Collections preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment and transports equipment.
• Maintains and mows rights of way, outfalls, and easements; may work in tight areas.
• Operates heavy equipment from crane and logging mats.
• Repairs water leaks on large diameter pipes; installs temporary bypass pumping equipment.
• Assists in heavy construction of water and sewer point repairs.
• Inspects sanitary sewer and water lines, manholes, and related components.
• Establishes safe work zones with traffic control devices; flags traffic as needed.
• Repairs landscaping; performs routine vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Completes daily logs, paperwork, and work orders.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL A

Construction experience

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Incumbents in this position are responsible for operating heavy equipment in the installation, repair, and maintenance of the city’s water and wastewater system. This position is assigned to pay grade G12.

• Operates heavy equipment and transports equipment.
• Maintains and mows right of ways, outfalls, and easements, and may be required to work in tight confined areas.
• Operates heavy equipment while working from crane and logging mats.
• Repairs water leaks on large diameter pipes along with the installation of temporary bypass pumping equipment.
• Assists in the heavy construction of water and sewer point repairs.
• Inspects sanitary sewer and water lines, manholes, air relief valves, pilings, etc.
• Establishes safe work zones, including traffic control devices; flags traffic as needed.
• Repairs landscaping.
• Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment through daily routine maintenance on equipment before operation.
• Completes daily logs, paperwork, and work orders.
• Completes work to minimize the impact of our water and sewer on the environment and the public.
• Completes required annual safety training requirements
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Six (6) months of construction work experience including operating heavy equipment or any related work field.
• NC Grade 1 Collections preferred.
• Requires a valid State of North Carolina Class “A” CDL Driver’s license.

Other Essential Job Specifications

• Use interpersonal skills such as seeing, hearing, and speaking to develop positive interactions with customers. X
• Comprehends and uses technical or professional language, either written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas. X
• Performs numerical operations using basic counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing. X
• Performs complex quantitative calculations or reasoning using algebra, geometry, statistics, or abstract symbols. X
• Requires travel between CFPUA sites. X
• Use or repair of small/light equipment (power tools). X
• Use or repair medium equipment and machinery (vehicles, commercial mowers). X
• Use or repair heavy or complex machinery (HVAC systems, construction equipment, water plants). X

Physical Requirements

None: 0 hours or 0% of scheduled shift
Some: Up to 2 hours or 20% of scheduled shift
Frequent - 2 to 5 hours or 20% to 60% of scheduled shift
Very Frequent - More than 5 hours or 60% to 100% of scheduled shift

• Minimal physical exertion. Very light physical work at desk or counter level with intermittent periods of sitting, standing, and walking. May involve data entry, telephone work, or use of various office equipment. X
• Same as above with the addition of standing/sitting/walking for lengthy periods of time. May involve light physical exertion due to pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting weights up to 20 pounds. X
• Physical exertion involving pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 20 pounds. May require prolonged standing and/or walking during which time objects are transported. May require occasional bending, squatting, and reaching. X
• Sustained physical activity throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting up to 50 pounds. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands. X
• Physical exertion throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting varying weights up to 50 pounds, and more than 50 pounds with assistance. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands. X