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About the Role

The Street Maintenance Equipment Operator Senior operates heavy duty backhoe/front end loader and heavy equipment used in the construction and maintenance of items within the City of Charlotte. This CDL Pathway position allows experienced operators to join the team without a CDL Class A license, providing time and resources to obtain it upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment that could include: gradall, front-end loader, backhoe, tandem dump truck, track-hoe, paving machine, etc.
• Hauls material to and from job sites; participating in loading and unloading of materials.
• Performs manual labor tasks; i.e. digging trenches, etc.
• Assumes leadership role and completes paperwork in the absence of the crew chief; assists crew supervisor in supervising the crews on the jobsite.
• Locates underground services, such as pipes or wires, prior to beginning construction work.
• Assists the crew chief in establishing grades, setting batter boards, forming and placing concrete, backfilling, etc.
• Performs routine inspections of equipment for mechanical readiness and safety.
• Complies with work and safety rules, OSHA regulations, and work hazard rules/regulations.
• Take actions to avoid potential hazards or obstructions such as utility lines, other equipment, other workers, or falling objects.
• Participates in large-scale field operations for street grading, construction, and repair.
• Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.

Requirements

• At least two-years’ experience in the independent operation of complex construction equipment such as backhoes, track-hoes, front-end loaders, paving machines, excavators, and tandems.
• Qualified external candidates without a Valid Class A commercial driver’s license are currently eligible to apply but must meet the following criteria to attend a paid CDL Class A program upon hire.
• Be at least 18 years old
• Possess a valid North Carolina Driver’s License with no limiting restrictions
• Obtain a Class A Learner’s Permit with no limiting restrictions
• Pass a DOT Physical and hold a valid DOT medical card
• Complete and pass a DOT Drug Screen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire, after initial CDL A license is obtained.
• Ability to successfully complete a skills assessment as a part of the interview process.
• Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination.
• Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

Skills

• Safety- Knowledge of OSHA, City, and Federal rules and regulations, work hazards, and applicable safety precautions of the assigned work.
• Transportation- Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by road specifically, including laws and ordinances regulating the operation of vehicles.
• Customer and Personal Service- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Construction- Knowledge of materials, methods, tools, and procedures used in the construction and maintenance of streets.
• Operation and Control- Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
• Operation Monitoring- Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine works properly.
• Monitoring- Monitoring/Assessing the performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements.
• Coordination- Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
• Equipment Maintenance- Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what maintenance is needed.
• Troubleshooting- Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Critical Thinking- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Management of Personnel Resources- Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work.
• Speaking- Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Active Listening- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Time Management- Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
• Control Precision- The ability to adjust the controls of a machine or vehicle quickly and repeatedly.
• Depth Perception- The ability to judge which of several objects is close or further away from you, or judge the distance between you and an object.
• Near and Far Vision- The ability to see details at a close range or a distance.
• Manual Dexterity- The ability to quickly move your hand, arm, or two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Rate Control- The ability to time your movements or movements of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed or direction of a moving object or scene.
• Reaction Time- The ability to quickly respond to a signal when it appears.
• Oral Comprehension- The ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Written Comprehension- The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Physical Abilities include but are not limited to sitting, standing, bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling/squatting, walking, driving, crawling, climbing, lifting and carrying (up to 75lbs), shoveling, pushing, and pulling.
• Roadway construction experience.
• OSHA 10-Hour Certification

Location

• Charlotte, NC

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Senior
• At least two years

Education Level

• CDL Class A license pathway program

Salary/Compensations

• $24.00 - $33.80
• $26.27 - $27.00

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

About the Company

• Welcome to the City of Charlotte Charlotte is America’s Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents. Our guiding principles include: Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions. When you join the City of Charlotte, you become part of Team Charlotte — a dedicated group of professionals working together to make a meaningful impact on our community and its future. The City of Charlotte has more than 8,000 employees working across 19 departments to serve close to 1 million residents. From public safety and clean water to transportation, housing and an international airport, our teams deliver essential services to keep Charlotte connected, safe and empowered with opportunity for all. As public servants, we are guided by a clear mission: to be committed to exceptional service every day. No matter the department or role, every team member plays a part in helping our city grow, thrive and meet the needs of those who rely on us. We are a values-driven organization, working collaboratively, acting with integrity and delivering reliable results. We embrace a forward-thinking mindset, encouraging curiosity, innovation and continuous improvement.

Equal Opportunity

• The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.
• The City of Charlotte is committed to making our services and programs accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modifications will be provided.