Stormwater Equipment Operator I

City of Wilson, NC; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled operator to join their team in maintaining and repairing the city's stormwater management system. This role involves operating heavy machinery, ensuring safety protocols, and performing routine maintenance to prevent flooding and pollution. With a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the community's infrastructure while working in a dynamic environment. If you have a passion for public service and expertise in heavy equipment operation, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Best-in-class benefits package

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math calculations.
• Experience with heavy equipment operation and stormwater management.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for stormwater management and maintenance.
• Train personnel and coordinate safety procedures on job sites.

Skills

Operation of heavy equipment

Mathematical calculations

Oral and written communication

Planning and organizing work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience in similar position

Tools

Vacuum / flush truck

Gradall

Backhoe

Front end loader

Bobcat

Dump truck

Survey equipment

Job description

Wilson is a city of around 50,000 people located in the heart of eastern North Carolina. We are about an hour from the Research Triangle and the buzz of the Raleigh area, and you can also quickly reach the North Carolina beaches.

The City of Wilson is known for innovation and outstanding service. We have top-rated, nationally accredited police, fire and recreation departments. Our parks and sports facilities are among the best in the nation, and our Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park is a unique and beautiful attraction that hosts concerts, farmers markets and the N.C. Whirligig Festival among other events. We are in the process of building a downtown field to host a Milwaukee Brewers’ minor league team starting in 2026.

Wilson has the strongest manufacturing base in our part of the state, including tire manufacturing, pharmaceutical and other industries. The Greenlight citywide broadband services help technology-based companies flourish.

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a best-in-class benefits package that brings additional value to your total compensation. To learn more about our benefits package, click on the ‘Benefits’ tab above.

The hiring range for this position is $33,566.74 (minimum salary) to $46,226.51 (midpoint of range) dependent upon qualifications.

The purpose of this assignment is to operate heavy and specialized equipment in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the city's stormwater management system. Successful performance helps prevent flooding, erosion and water pollution.

The work consists of related duties in the operation of heavy and specialized equipment used in the maintenance and repair of the stormwater management and erosion control system. Physical obstacles in the field contribute to the complexity of the work.

Major Duties

• Operates heavy and specialized equipment in a safe and effective manner; performs routine maintenance of equipment.
• Cleans stormwater system through the operation of a vacuum / flush truck.
• Completes daily paperwork and work orders; plans and coordinates the work of personnel in the field.
• Assists in the acquisition of materials necessary for the completion of the project.
• Plans and coordinates safety procedures and safety equipment to be used at each site.
• Plans and coordinates the transportation of equipment and supplies to the job site.
• Trains personnel in the safe transport and operation of equipment.
• Obtains permission from property owners to access property to perform daily duties.
• Assists sewer maintenance crew in flushing and cleaning sewer lines as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Guidelines

• Guidelines include relevant city and department policies and procedures, OSHA guidelines, and federal, state and local regulations. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

Supervisory/Management Responsibility

• In the absence of Stormwater Technician IV, this position has direct supervision over an assigned work crew.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated and a Class A CDL within twelve months of hire.

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of city and department policies, procedures, and specifications.
• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
• Knowledge of the techniques and equipment used in stormwater construction, maintenance, and repair.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federally mandated materials used in erosion control.
• Knowledge of city and department personnel policies and procedures.
• Skill in the operation of heavy equipment, including a gradall, backhoe, front end loader, Bobcat, dump truck, and survey equipment.
• Skill in the operation of a vacuum / flush truck.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and prioritizing work.
• Skill in performing mathematical computations.
• Skill in performing routine maintenance of heavy and light equipment.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

The work is typically performed while standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The work is typically performed in at field sites where the employee may be exposed noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals, and cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as gloves. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and must be able to distinguish between shades of color.