Light Equipment Operator

Salary : $35,805.18 Annually

Location : Winston-Salem, NC

Job Type : Full-Time / Permanent

Job Number : 06473

Department : Traffic Field Operations

Opening Date : 01 / 04 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

Under immediate supervision, performs routine semi-skilled work in the operation of motorized equipment; does related work as required.

Examples of Duties

• Operates a tandem dump truck and other equipment in connection with the transportation of sand, stone, gravel and supplies.
• Operates a light truck in carrying tools, equipment and supplies to and from repair jobs.
• Operates a motor truck engaged in sanding and plowing icy streets and roads and in snow removal; occasionally services and performs minor repairs on equipment.
• Operates a tar distributor used in road maintenance; as a trainee.
• Operates medium or heavy equipment; when not operating equipment, performs semi-skilled work at job site.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience :

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the eleventh grade and some experience in the operation of motorized equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Some knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing trucks and related light construction equipment;
• some knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation; some knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment;

skill and care in the operation of several types of trucks and construction equipment; ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.

Able to work 12 hour shifts 7 days a week during ice and snow removal.

Supplemental Information

Possession of a valid North Carolina Commercial (CDL) driver's license.

Hard-To-Fill Sign-On Incentive

This position has been designated by the City Manager as hard-to-fill and eligible for a one-time sign-on incentive. Please refer to the for additional information and eligibility rules.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• 401a Contribution (employee match not required)
• Bus Pass Program
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Suggestion Program
• Family and Medical Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Group Health Insurance
• Group Dental Insurance
• Jury Duty Leave
• Life / Accidental Death Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Military Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Promotion from Within
• Retirement / Pension Plan (State of NC)
• School Leave
• Shared Leave
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Training
• Vacation Leave
• Wellness Program

The City of Winston-Salem's employment practices are guided by federal, state, and local rules and regulations guaranteeing employment opportunities to all persons without regard to and prohibiting discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, religion, political affiliation or beliefs, national origin or handicap, unless a bonafide occupational qualification exists.

Do you have possession of a valid North Carolina Commercial (CDL) driver's license?

Required Question