Roads Maintenance Equipment Operator (CDL Required)

Department of Transportation; Castle Hayne (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transportation in New Hanover County maintains state roads and performs a wide range of repair and construction tasks. Workers operate multiple heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, graders, and loaders to haul materials, repair roads, and perform snow and ice control.

Night and emergency callbacks may be required. Position requires a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of equipment operation, and a valid NC Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement; on-the-job training

Qualifications

• High school or GED with 3 years of equipment operating experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid North Carolina Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement required.
• Ability to perform manual labor and work long hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate at least two pieces of required equipment.
• Haul asphalt, aggregate or soil materials.
• Plow snow and spread salt.
• Load, compact, sweep and finish road surfaces.
• Inspect contract work and monitor manual tasks.
• Respond to emergencies including traffic accidents and severe weather.
• Follow safety protocols and use tools.

Skills

Equipment operation

Road maintenance knowledge

Snow removal

Safety procedures

Manual labor capability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoe

Dump truck

Motor grader

Loader

Forklift

Asphalt distributor

Track excavators

Skid steer

Job description

The Department of Transportation in New Hanover County maintains state roads and performs a wide range of repair and construction tasks. Workers operate multiple heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, graders, and loaders to haul materials, repair roads, and perform snow and ice control.

Night and emergency callbacks may be required. Position requires a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of equipment operation, and a valid NC Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement; on-the-job training