What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Cape Fear Public Utility Authority?
Salary : $36,330.00 - $50,085.00 Annually
Location : 633 Groundwater Way, NC
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 00278
Department : LINEAR ASSETS & EMS
Division : LAC - Easements / Outfalls Maintenance
Opening Date : 01 / 24 / 2025
Closing Date : Continuous
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Job Summary
Incumbents in this position are responsible for operating heavy equipment in the installation, repair, and maintenance of the city's water and wastewater system.
Essential Job Functions
- Operates heavy equipment and transports equipment.
- Maintains and mows right of ways, outfalls, and easements, and may be required to work in tight confined areas.
- Installs water meters.
- Operates heavy equipment while working from crane and logging mats.
- Repairs water leaks on large diameter pipes along with the installation of temporary bypass pumping equipment.
- Assists in the heavy construction of water and sewer point repairs.
- Inspects sanitary sewer and water lines, manholes, air relief valves, pilings, etc.
- Establishes safe work zones, including traffic control devices; flags traffic as needed.
- Repairs landscaping.
- Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment through daily routine maintenance on equipment before operation.
- Completes daily logs, paperwork, and work orders.
- Completes work to minimize the impact of our water and sewer on the environment and the public.
- Completes required annual safety training requirements
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.
Education, Experience, and Other Requirements
Pay Grade G12
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment on the basis of qualifications and without regard to age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, or genetic disorder.
Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment status of all person hired to work in the United States. Cape Fear Public Utility Authority participates in E-Verify.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of __ hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
Do you have NC Grade 1 Collections System Operator certification or ability to obtain this certification within 1 year of hire?
Do you have a NC CDL Class A license?
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Salary : $36,330 - $50,085
