Motor Equipment Operator I - Stormwater

City of Statesville (NC); Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Statesville (NC) is seeking a Motor Equipment Operator I - Stormwater to perform heavy equipment operations in stormwater drainage and infrastructure projects. Duties include operating trucks, jet rodders, backhoes, skid steers, and excavators, plus general maintenance and site setup.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, 18+ years old, and at least one year of experience operating heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• One year of experience operating trucks and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and heavy equipment for stormwater projects.
• Perform general maintenance on municipal facilities and equipment.
• Set up work zones and traffic controls at job sites.
• Transport materials to work sites and load/unload equipment.
• Assist with loading and unloading equipment and materials.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Traffic laws & safety

Hand & power tools

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

18+ years old

Tools

Backhoes

Skid steers

Mini excavators

Jet rodders

Flexible rodders

Job description

Motor Equipment Operator I - Stormwater

Engineering Department / Stormwater Division

Salary Range: $20.76 - $34.26 Hourly / $43,180.80 - $71,260.80 Annually

FLSA Position Class: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm

Posting Closing Date: November 11, 2026

Summary

This position is responsible for a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair assignments involving the use of specialized tools and equipment as it relates to stormwater drainage, runoff, and related infrastructure.

NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville and meet the needs of the organization, which may result in the assignment of other duties and take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Assists with a variety of heavy manual work in connection with the repair, maintenance, and construction of stormwater infrastructure.
• Performs general maintenance on municipal facilities and equipment.
• Operates a variety of equipment such as trucks, jet rodders, flexible rodders, backhoes, skid steers, and mini excavators.
• Transports sand, stone, gravel, and other supplies to work sites.
• Operates a light truck carrying crew, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Assists in loading and unloading equipment and materials.
• Works in stream and creek environments and city-maintained rights-of-way.
• Assists in the installation of trench shoring equipment.
• Operates light equipment.
• Sets up work zones.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

• One (1) year of experience in the operation of trucks and heavy, motorized equipment such as backhoes, skid steers, and mini excavators.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina CDL Class A license, or any valid CDL Class A license with ability to obtain a North Carolina CDL Class A within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina. OR
• Possession of a valid North Carolina CDL Class B license, or any valid CDL Class B license with ability to obtain a North Carolina CDL Class B within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina AND the ability to obtain a North Carolina CDL Class A within twelve (12) months of hire date.
• Possession of a valid Confined Space Safety certification or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire date.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing trucks and stormwater construction equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
• Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary for the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment.
• Thorough knowledge in the use of common and specialized hand and power tools required in the work.
• General knowledge of permissible and prohibited activities that could affect water quality and quantity conditions in sensitive aquatic environment areas.
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods, often under unfavorable weather conditions.
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Ability to operate various types of automotive equipment.
• Ability to properly place cones, barricades, warning devices, and direct traffic flow at job sites.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments, supervisors, city officials, and the general public.

Job Related Physical Requirements

This position involves heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for operation of machines, motor vehicles, or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions

The employee is subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including extreme cold and heat, vibration, noise, fumes, odors, gases, dust, oils, and hazards including work around operating machinery and uneven surfaces.