Lead Heavy Equipment Operator (CDL) - Roads & Stormwater

City-of-Wilmington,-Nc; Wilmington (NC); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

City of Wilmington, NC is seeking an Equipment Operator IV to maintain stormwater drainage and public roads. This role performs complex operation of heavy power-driven equipment with CDL, works in small crews, and may lead lower-level staff while ensuring safety and reliability of municipal infrastructure.

You will operate road tractors, low boys, and dump trucks, inspect equipment, and complete daily logs.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training for CDL-operated vehicles.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in construction, maintenance, grounds keeping or related field and
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience operating the equipment listed in this class or
• Any combination of education, training, and experience providing the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsabilidades

• Transport, load, and secure construction equipment to and from job sites using lowboy trailers.
• Operate heavy equipment including backhoes, excavators, motor graders, and tractors with boom mowers for construction, maintenance, and landscaping projects.
• Perform digging, trenching, grading, clearing, and material handling while protecting utilities and property.
• Set precise slopes, grades, and surfaces for roads, embankments, and other infrastructure projects.
• Inspect, maintain, and secure equipment before and after use; perform basic preventive maintenance.
• Assist crews with manual labor tasks such as shoveling, raking, leveling, and moving materials.
• Monitor work zones, flag traffic, and place safety markers and barriers to protect crews and the public.
• Maintain accurate records and logs of work performed.
• Support emergency response, storm cleanup, and special events operations.
• Lead and train lower-level staff as needed.

Conocimientos

CDL license

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership & training

Safety compliance

Communication

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training in CDL equipment

Descripción del empleo

City of Wilmington, NC is seeking an Equipment Operator IV to maintain stormwater drainage and public roads. This role performs complex operation of heavy power-driven equipment with CDL, works in small crews, and may lead lower-level staff while ensuring safety and reliability of municipal infrastructure.

You will operate road tractors, low boys, and dump trucks, inspect equipment, and complete daily logs.