Motor Equipment Operator I (Stormwater & Streets)

City of Peoria, Arizona; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in maintaining the streets and stormwater systems of High Point. As a Motor Equipment Operator I, you will play a vital role in ensuring public safety and infrastructure integrity. This position involves operating various vehicles and equipment, performing maintenance tasks, and working outdoors in diverse weather conditions. Ideal candidates will possess a valid driver's license, have some experience with motorized equipment, and demonstrate strong communication skills. If you are ready to contribute to your community and enjoy hands-on work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license and ability to obtain CDL 'B' permit.
• Some experience with motorized equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Operates dump trucks for transporting materials and snow removal.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on equipment.

Skills

Operating motorized equipment

Traffic rules knowledge

Effective public communication

Logical thinking

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Single axle dump truck

Light truck

Medium and heavy equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Motor Equipment Operator I (Stormwater & Streets)

City of High Point, NC

Performs routine semi-skilled work in the construction and maintenance of public streets and sidewalks for the City's Street Maintenance Division or in the construction and maintenance of the stormwater drainage system for the City's Stormwater Services Division; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Street Maintenance

• Operates single axle dump truck in connection with the transportation of stone, sand, gravel and supplies.
• Operates a light truck in carrying tools, equipment and supplies to and from repair jobs.
• Operates a single axle dump truck engaged in salting and plowing icy streets and roads during snow removal.
• Operates large motorized mowers in clearing medians and right-of-ways.
• Services and performs minor repairs on equipment.
• Assists with curb cutting and weed eating throughout the City in preparation for special events.
• Serves as a flagger for traffic control.
• Operates medium and heavy equipment, when cross training.
• Performs general maintenance and labor as required.
• Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.

Stormwater

• Operates single axle dump truck with the transportation of sand, gravel and supplies.
• Operates a light truck in carrying tools, equipment and supplies to and from repair jobs.
• Operates a single axle dump truck engaged in salting and plowing icy streets and roads during snow removal.
• Removes debris and trash from manholes and catch basins.
• Services and performs minor repairs on equipment.
• Assists with the construction of a project by performing manual labor such as shoveling, raking and leveling ditches and/or trenches.
• Serves as a flagger for traffic control.
• Assists with the construction and repair of manholes and catch basins.
• Operates medium and heavy equipment, when cross training.
• Performs general maintenance and labor as required.
• Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.

Qualifications

• Must have valid appropriate driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina and ability to obtain a CDL "B" permit within 6 months of hire date and a CDL "B" within one year of hire date.
• Must be 18 years of age. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work overtime. Must be able to deal effectively with the public. Must have general knowledge of traffic rules and regulations governing equipment operation and transportation.
• Experience: Some experience with motorized equipment is required and some experience as a Mechanic is preferred.
• On-the-job training approximately 6 months to one (1) year.
• Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to work tasks and handle practical situations and requests made by supervisor; to comprehend and respond to a variety of situations in an expedient manner. Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directives and perform the relative tasks. Good judgment is important.
• Read: Ability to read operators' manuals, safety rules and regulations, instructions, directions, street names and signs, city maps, and other documents relating to job.
• Write: Ability to write instructions and/or directives as received, notes pertaining to the job, completed assignments on a work log and messages.
• Speak: Ability to be conversant in voice and diction to participate in discussions with supervisor, other employees and the general public.

Physical Requirements

• Medium to Heavy Work: Exerting considerable force, from 20 to 50 pounds constantly, and 100 pounds or more of force occasionally with assistance, in operation of small, motorized equipment and hand tools. Physical demand requirements usually include walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, lifting, stooping, and stretching, although worker does sit on rare occasions.
• Reaching: Extending the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands.
• Fingering: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers primarily.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word.
• Hearing: Perceiving nature of sounds by ear.
• Seeing: The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye. Recommended guidelines for vision are:
• Acuity, far: Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
• Acuity, near: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
• Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision.
• Field of Vision: Area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point.
• Accommodation: Adjustment of lens of eye to bring an object into sharp focus.

Mental Activity/Requirements

• Reasoning: Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to work tasks and practical situations.
• Mathematics Ability: Ability to direct and oversee the use of arithmetic and/or statistics.
• Language Ability: The ability to speak, read and write the English Language are required for this position.

Environmental Conditions

• Physical Surroundings: The Worker is subject to Outside Environmental Conditions.
• Hazards: Employee will be exposed to various weather conditions.
• Machinery/Tools/Work Aids/Other Equipment: Various equipment associated with the job.

Disclaimer: This job description may not be all-inclusive, as jobs evolve over time to meet the ever-changing needs of the City of High Point's workforce. This job description is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment to any individual.