Maintenance Specialist (Asphalt)

City of Durham; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Durham is hiring a Maintenance Specialist to support the Public Works Department. This role requires proficiency in operating heavy equipment, basic maintenance tasks, and leadership duties. A high school diploma and commercial driving license are necessary. The position offers a competitive salary with opportunities for career advancement in a stable work environment.

Benefits

Exceptional benefits

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in maintenance or heavy equipment operation.
• Valid NC Class A Commercial Driver's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair City property, vehicles, and roads.
• Operate heavy equipment including Backhoe, Asphalt Paver, and Rubber Tire Loader.
• Train staff and serve as lead worker.

Skills

Operating Backhoe

Operating Excavator

Operating Rubber Tire Loader

Operating 10-ton roller

Knowledge of asphalt placement

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

10-ton roller

Backhoe

Excavator

Rubber Tire Loader

Asphalt paver

Job description

Work, Serve, Thrive. With the City of Durham

Advance in your career while making a real difference in the community you serve.

***ALL EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL HIRES WITH A START DATE OF 7/1/2024 OR LATER WILL WORK A 40 HOUR PER WEEK SCHEDULE.

Hiring Range: $45,493.00 - $70,012.00

Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Summer Hours starting June 24, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.)

Top-notch management, highly qualified staff, and opportunities for career advancement make the City of Durham's Public Works Department a great place to work. Our steady work environment and exceptional benefits support your long-term success. We build Durham using innovative methods that support growth and improve quality of life.

This position involves maintaining and repairing City property, vehicles, and roads through semi-skilled and skilled labor, technical work, and operation of heavy equipment. Responsibilities include training staff, serving as a lead worker, and making decisions on task execution within operational guidelines.

*** NOTE: The Public Works Street Maintenance division intends to hire Maintenance Specialist(s), depending on applicant qualifications. Please apply separately for the specific posting. ***

*** NOTE: Applicants will complete a field assessment to demonstrate proficiency in operating backhoe, skid steer, rubber tire loader, and 10-ton roller. ***

• Safely load/unload heavy equipment onto trailers and tow equipment to various sites.
• Perform vehicle and equipment inspections, monitor and replenish fluids, and conduct basic repairs.
• Proficient in operating Backhoe, Excavator, Rubber Tire Loader, and 10-ton roller.
• Must be able to drive dump trucks regularly.
• Experience with jumping jack tamper, 5-ton roller, asphalt paver, and tack kettle is a plus.
• Assist in manual excavation, ditching, backfilling, and asphalt work.
• Help train staff and serve as a lead worker.
• Assist with traffic control and flagging operations.
• Maintain clear records including timesheets and inspection forms.
• Check and clean basins.
• Use performance management systems to document work progress.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 4 years of experience in maintenance or heavy equipment operation.
• Valid NC Class A Commercial Driver's License.

• Proficient in operating asphalt paver, Backhoe, Excavator, Rubber Tire Loader, and 10-ton roller.
• Knowledge of asphalt placement and finishing, and use of hand tools.
• Experience digging asphalt cuts and loading/unloading heavy equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of DOT traffic laws relevant to heavy equipment.
• Position is critical for emergency operations and requires readiness to work during emergencies and inclement weather.
• Subject to standby/recall, after-hours, and winter weather operations involving service or dump trucks with plows.