Street Maintenance Heavy Equipment Operator

Salary: $39,275.64 - $62,055.50 Annually
Location : 1601 N. Clingman Street Goldsboro
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 2023-00074
Department: PW - Street Maintenance
Opening Date: 08/21/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
General Statement of Duties/Distinguished Features of the Class
Hiring range is negotiable between $39,275 and $50,665 depending on a candidate's qualifications and experience
Performs semi-skilled to skilled work in the maintenance, repair and replacement of City streets and sidewalks, requiring significant experience and skill in the operation of light and heavy duty construction equipment. An employee in this class will be skilled in operating most of the equipment used within the streets division, to include dump trucks, backhoes, skid steers, front-end loaders, motor-graders, excavators, pothole patchers, salt spreaders and plows, farm tractors with various attachments, etc. Employee will be part of, and may lead, a small work crew in performance of duties to include manual labor tasks. Basic work requirements include, but are not be limited to, removing and repairing damaged sections of streets, sidewalks, and curb and gutter; repairing potholes; loading and hauling materials, supplies, soil, dirt and debris; grading dirt streets; leveling and compacting asphalt; excavating, forming up, pouring and finishing concrete projects; basic brick and masonry work; plowing snow and ice; spreading salt; demolishing structures, etc. Employee performs work in accordance with established safety rules and regulations. Employee may be required to work shifts or on weekends during severe weather, such as hurricanes, winter snow storms, high winds, etc. Employee may also be expected to perform "on-call" duties as directed.
Essential Duties and Tasks

• Operates various types of Heavy Equipment, including backhoes, front-end loaders, dump trucks, flatbed trucks, skid steers, excavators, motor-graders, pothole patchers, tractors, etc. during the performance of daily responsibilities.
• Ensures machinery and equipment are properly maintained; completes daily checks and preventative maintenance requirements, and schedules maintenance and repairs accordingly to ensure equipment remains in good working order.
• Uses various pneumatic, gas or electric power tools, including compressors, jack-hammers, compact rollers, tamps, chain saws, drills, etc. to perform daily responsibilities.
• Uses hand tools, including, but not limited to, shovels, rakes, bush axes, hoes, etc. to preform daily task.
• Performs all aspects of concrete and asphalt work; saw cutting and removing, excavating, laying forms, mixing, pouring and finishing concrete; laying, spreading and compacting asphalt; and cleaning up the worksite.
• Performs various landscaping duties to dress up jobsites, including weed eating, trimming shrubs and trees, seeding grass, etc.
• Ensures all safety procedures and protocols are in place and used effectively at all jobsites and work zones, including placement of safety signs, cones, flaggers, etc.
• Assists with manually cleaning catch basins and other drainage structures to remove obstructions, primarily during heavy rain events.
• Responds to severe weather and/or natural disaster events, including winter storms, hurricanes, high winds, etc. to assist in recovery efforts; collects and hauls debris, loads dump trucks, spreads salt or sand, plows and scrapes snow and ice, etc.
• Works various shifts to operate equipment in support of natural disasters or major weather events.
• Performs "on-call" duties on a rotational basis as needed.
• Prepares daily logs and other reports to track performance and completed tasks; uses computer and related software to input data.
• Assists other departments and agencies as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of tools, materials and methods used to maintain and repair streets and sidewalks.
• Knowledge of the operational and preventative maintenance requirements for light and heavy construction equipment and vehicles assigned to perform primary duties.
• Knowledge of concrete and asphalt maintenance, repair and construction methods.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in the operation of assigned equipment and performance of daily responsibilities.
• Knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in the operation of Heavy Equipment.
• Knowledge of the City's street system.
• Skill in the fundamental use of computers and basic administrative software applications.
• Skill operating and maintaining light and heavy duty construction equipment, and using basic hand tools.
• Ability to lead a work crew and oversee a jobsite through task completion, ensuring quality job performance and work.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions, both oral and written.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to respond with courtesy to citizens.

Physical Requirements/Special Requirements
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work is heavy work which requires exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. The work may require specific physical characteristic and abilities such as heightened strength, mobility, dexterity and full range of motion. The following additional physical abilities are also required: crouching, kneeling, manual dexterity, hearing, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, talking, visual acuity and walking.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work is generally performed in inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposed to various hazards such as working in heavy traffic, chemicals, moving mechanical parts, oils, in close quarters, man holes, or trenches. Work is also subject to the final OSHA standards on blood borne pathogens. The work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental risks which require a range of safety and other precautions. Employees will be required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as masks, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shield.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Five (5) years of experience in the operation of light to heavy duty construction equipment;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid North Carolina Class "B" Commercial Driver's License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge or previous experience in Street Maintenance, repair and construction.

The City of Goldsboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer!
Benefits Summary
The following is a summary of the City of Goldsboro benefits:
Vacation Leave: Employees earn vacation leave as follows:
Years of Service Days per Year
0 - 4 years 12
5 - 9 years 15
10 - 14 years 18
15 - 19 years 21
20 + years 23
A maximum of 30 vacation days may be carried over from one calendar year to the next. Any excess of 30 vacation days on December 31 of each year may be transferred to employees sick leave balance, provided that they have taken five (5) days of vacation in the calendar year.
Holidays: City paid holidays are New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving (2 days) and Christmas (3 days).
When a holiday falls on a Saturday, the previous Friday shall be observed. When a holiday falls on a Sunday, the following Monday shall be observed. In order to receive a paid holiday, an employee must be on paid status before and after the holiday.
Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued at one day per month or 12 days per year.
Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program is available to all full-time employees and covered dependents on the employee's health insurance plan. Part-time employees who work 30 hours or more per week on a continuous year-round basis are also eligible for EAP services. Employees and dependents each receive three free visits per year. Services include, but are not limited to, financial counseling, depression, mental illness, and end of life/terminal illness.
Medical and Dental Insurance: The City of Goldsboro is fully-insured, and provides medical, dental, and vision insurance through the State Health Plan (SHP), MetLife, and Community Eye Care respectively. Medical, dental, and vision coverage is available to all full-time employees. Part-time employees who are scheduled to work 30 hours or more per week on a continuous year-round basis may, if they so desire, purchase available group health through the City for themselves and qualified dependents. The coverage for medical is the first day of the month following the date of employment and dental is effective on the first day of employment, vision insurance is effective the first day of the month following the effective date of employment. Medical insurance is provided to full-time employees at a minimal cost and pro-rated for part-time employees. The types of coverage available are individual (Employees only), Employee/Child, Employee/Spouse, and family. Dental and vision insurance is available at cost to the employee and/or his/her dependents. Premiums are paid through payroll deduction on a pre-tax basis.
Life Insurance: All regular employees are provided a basic term life insurance coverage policy in the amount of $20,000.00 at no cost.
Wellness Assistance Benefit
The City of Goldsboro offers a wellness assistance benefit of $25/month to employees. This can be used to offset the cost of dental insurance or gym membership. Employees must meet eligibility requirements for the State Health Plan and show proof of membership (if gym membership is selected).
Flexible Spending Account
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) provide you with an important tax advantage that can help you pay for health care and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. By estimating your family's health care and dependent care costs for the next year, you can lower your taxable income and save money. The City of Goldsboro offers a FSA through Health Equity. The Flexible Spending Account (FSA) is available to all full-time employees who are scheduled to work 40 hours per week. The FSA is effective the first day of the month following the date of employment. These are some of the expenses FSAs can be used for: medical and dental services, chiropractic services, orthodontia, and the child or adult dependent care.
Social Security: The City employees are members of the Social Security System. The employee contributes 6.2% (FICA) and 1.45% (Medicare) for a total of 7.65% of their annual salary and the City contributes the same amount. Social Security benefits include retirement and disability payments and survivor's insurance.
Tuition Reimbursement: Tuition reimbursement is available to all full-time employees up to $2500 per fiscal year for job-related courses or required courses leading to a job-related degree. This is subject to department approval and an employee must complete probation before reimbursement is granted.
Promotion Opportunities: Employees are encouraged to apply for internal positions. Employment opportunities for current employees are posted on the City's Intranet.
Retirement: All employees who are in a regular position that requires 1,000 hours or more of service per year are covered under the North Carolina Local Governmental Employee's Retirement System (NC LGERS). The employee contributes 6% of their annual salary on a tax deferred basis. The City contributes to the employee's retirement account. Eligibility for unreduced monthly benefits begins upon retirement after 30 years of service at any age, at age 65 with 5 years creditable service or at age 60 with 25 years creditable service. Police Officers and Park Rangers may retire at age 55 with 5 years of service and receive an unreduced benefit. Eligibility for reduced monthly benefits begins after you reach age 50 and complete 20 years of creditable service or you reach age 60 (age 55 if you are a firefighter) and complete five years of creditable service. Police Officers may retire early with a reduced retirement benefit after you reach age 50 and complete 15 years of creditable service as an officer.
457 & 401K Supplemental Retirement Plan: The City of Goldsboro offers the NC Supplemental Retirement Plans, 401K and 457. The City contributes 4% to the 401K for all non-sworn full-time employees and 5% for sworn police officers (as approved by the Council) and the 457 plan is voluntary with no contribution by the City.
The 457 and the 401k allow employees to set aside funds which is through payroll deduction and is tax deferred. Income tax is due when the deferred earnings are returned to the individual normally at retirement.
Worker's Compensation: All City employees are covered under the North Carolina Worker's Compensation Act. This act covers those employees who suffer injuries as a result of an accident while performing duties. The Workers' Compensation program will pay medical expenses and a portion of the employee's salary, after 7 days, if the individual is out of work as a result of a work-related disability.
Compensation, Performance Appraisals and Merit Process: The City of Goldsboro is committed to hiring and retaining high quality personnel. As a result, we offer competitive salaries that are consistent with market growth. New hires may serve a six month probationary period upon date of hire and are evaluated in six-month increments.