Equipment Operator Foreman
Raleigh Water is looking for an Equipment Operator Foreman to join our team. This position functions as the primary Field Supervisor for one or more construction crews assigned to the Repair Program within the Sewer Maintenance Division. Crews within this program are tasked with repairing deficiencies found within the sanitary sewer collection system, as well as responding to emergency calls. Incumbents provide direct crew supervision, jobsite planning, resource allocation / coordination, emergency call response investigation, and work documentation functions.
The benefits of being a Raleigh Water Equipment Operator Foreman :
- Qualifying Equipment Operators are eligible for training certifications that provide additional 12.5% to base pay.
- Education provided to learn Water Operator standards and earn certifications.
- Get your CDL! The City will provide CDL training and license reimbursement upon passing the CDL exam.
About Us : Raleigh Water, the Public Utilities Department of the City of Raleigh, serves over 200,000 metered customers and a community of around 630,000 residents across Raleigh, Garner, Wake Forest, Rolesville, Knightdale, Wendell, and Zebulon. Our mission is to ensure access to safe, sustainable water while safeguarding public health and enhancing the overall vitality of our communities. We strive to lead with innovation and integrity, fostering a resilient future for the regions we serve.
Work Hours : Primary workdays and hours are Monday to Friday from 6 : 30 am to 3 : 00 pm. This position carries with it an on-call requirement which includes 8 hours of paid standby time per on-call week, plus the potential to earn overtime pay at 1.5 times the normal hourly rate for hours worked over 40.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Serves as the first level supervisor for labor and equipment operator staff, by assigning work and monitoring work completion.Performs oversight of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance workers, guiding staff in the selection of proper maintenance tools and equipment for tasks. Ensures work is performed following established safety policies, procedures, applicable codes, and regulations.Assists with general supervision and personnel functions of direct reports, to include hiring, promotions, transfers, disciplinary actions, termination, and performance evaluation activities.Performs quality assurance checks on completed work and electronic work orders.Assists with training new and current employees on work processes, safety procedures, and other necessary work tasks.Conducts work notification to affected customers prior to work commencement. Follows up with customers regarding various work-related issues or concerns.Marks work areas and submit utility locate requests via the NC 811 system.Oversees directly and guides heavy equipment operators who excavate sanitary sewer mains, manholes, and other appurtenances within the public right of way, in close proximity to adjacent utilities.Plans, monitors and reviews daily work activities. Monitors inventory, resources and materials needs and initiates orders for resources based on requirements, working with contract workers and trade specialists when needed by scheduling and coordinating repairs and maintenance services.Oversees setup / teardown of traffic control work zones and various safety equipment including trench boxes, hydraulic shoring, and confined space equipment. Monitors such work to ensure applicable rules and regulations are followed.Instructs staff completing various manual labor tasks such as cutting asphalt streets or concrete sidewalks, hand digging to locate buried utilities, loading / unloading heavy equipment, using gas powered saws to cut and remove damaged sewer pipes, installation of new sewer pipes / fittings, replacement of sewer manhole rings / covers, backfilling excavations, work site cleanup, materials hauling / disposal, and additional site restoration activities.Documents work progress and complete electronic work orders.Responds to customer generated calls and investigate reports of issues to determine appropriate corrective actions.Supports to the City's emergency response in the event of inclement weather, to include support for debris cleanup after severe storms or snow and ice response for Division facilities.Fills in as needed for the assigned Utilities Crew Supervisor during absences or vacancies.Typical Qualifications :
Education and Experience : High School diploma or G.E. equivalency; 3 to 5 years' experience in light to medium construction equipment operation, or related work, such as :
Landscaping : installer, maintenance, irrigationConstruction : grading, storm drain, site work, builder, plumber, any utility construction (including fiber installation), road constructionMechanic : heavy equipment, HVAC, hydraulic systemsFarming : manual labor, equipment operatingMoving Company : labor, truck driverGeneral Municipal Worker : utility inspectorTech School Student : mechanicalFirefighter : full or part-timeOR Any equivalent combination of training and / or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted
Licensing and Certifications :
Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hireValid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hirePreferred Qualifications :
NC WPCSOCC Collection System Operator Certification Grade I or II, or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hireKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned workBasic mathematical concepts and calculationsBasic filing and record-keeping principles for organizing and maintaining records and filesOccupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practicesUses, properties, and operation of supplies and equipment, including specialized equipment relevant to area of assignmentInterpreting and applying federal, state and local laws, codes, and regulationsCustomer service principles and practicesModern office technologyFollowing directions and meeting standards with attention to detail, proofreading, and error correction in assignmentsPerforming routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditionsMonitoring and maintaining required supplies, materials and inventoryComprehending reference books and manualsUtilizing a computer and relevant software applicationsUtilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work directionADA and Other Requirements : Work Environment and Physical Effort : Very Heavy : Exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or more than 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, construction site, and in a vehicle. Employees may occasionally work in a street environment (near moving traffic), confined space, warehouse environment, or shop environment. Work Exposures : There is frequent exposure to extreme cold (below 32 degrees), extreme heat (above 100 degrees), moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and loud noises (85+ decibels average over 8-hour working day such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, leaf blowers, lawn mowers, construction). Employees may occasionally interact with individuals who are hostile or irate and with communicable diseases.
City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
