Salary: $41,526.00 - $67,137.00 AnnuallyLocation : Raleigh, NCJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2024-00920Department: Solid Waste Yardwaste CenterOpening Date: 10/07/2024Closing Date: 10/21/2024 11:59 PM EasternWork Hours: Monday - Friday: 6:30 AM - 3:30 PMHiring Range: $42,357.00 - $52,020.00Job DescriptionThe Equipment Operator III (EOIII) position is assigned to the Yard Waste Center within Solid Waste Services. This position is devoted to providing maintenance and equipment operation for the Center's compost and mulch production and Wilders Grove Landfill. The optimal candidate will have a proven knowledge in the operation of composting operations and will possess an understanding of the importance of organics waste reduction and recycling. Previous equipment operating experience in field-based equipment operation, reporting, and customer service is essential for this position. The EOIII is under the general supervision of the Operations Crew Supervisor. This position will be required to work rotating Saturdays. In addition, this position may be required to work evenings and/or weekends. Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides specialized, skilled general maintenance in support of the Yard Waste Center and Wilders Grove Landfill or maintenance function.
- Work includes repairing and maintaining buildings and/or grounds; preventative maintenance and/or construction activities for the Yard Waste Center and Wilders Grove Landfill.
- Performs daily maintenance and operation inspections on all operated equipment.
- Prepares and submits inspection records and reports.
- Use appropriate in-vehicle technology to safely complete daily work assignments.
- Addresses issues and concerns of internal and external customers.
- Maintaining cleanliness of work area, tools, and equipment; and following safety
- policies and procedures.
- In the absence of the Scale Operator, the EOIII will serve provide back-up support for
- the Scale House operations.
- Safely operates heavy equipment, (including but not limited to 45 ton articulated off road dump trucks, rubber tire loaders, track loaders, water truck, grinders (tub & horizontal), compost screeners, windrow turner, and others) to dump, turn, water, monitor and otherwise efficiently maintain a large windrow composting system.
- Assist Crew Supervisor and Crew Leader with developing and training new employees for promotional opportunities who display or express the desire to assume higher level operating roles in the department.
Typical Qualifications Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or GED and four years of assignment-related equipment operation/driving experience or formal trades experience.ORAn equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.Licensing/Certifications
- Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
Additional Information Knowledge of:
- Practices and methods of coaching and leading the work of others (based on assignment).
- Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, assigning and monitoring work (based on assignment).
- Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work.
- Standard system functions and methods of assigned work.
- Business math concepts.
- Basic project management principles.
- Filing and record-keeping principles.
- Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
- Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
- Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).
- Customer service principles.
- Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
- Modern office technology.
Skill In:
- Training and coaching staff (based on assignment).
- Coordinating deadlines, prioritizing work demands and assigning/monitoring work performed (based on assignment).
- Performing equipment inspections and monitoring safety conditions.
- Providing directions to others in order to meet standards.
- Providing attention to detail in assignments.
- Business math computations.
- Organizing and maintaining records and files.
- Maintaining and updating data and documentation.
- Comprehending reference books and manuals.
- Operating assigned tools and equipment.
- Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment).
- Providing customer service.
- Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
- Utilizing 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 direction.
ADA and Other RequirementsPositions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Heavy Work: 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 move objects.
Working Conditions:Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.
Note:This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your total rewards . Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future. To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are
not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.01 Please select your highest level of education completed.
- Some high school
- High school diploma (or GED)
- Some college
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- PhD or other professional degree
02 How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in this field?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 to less than 2 years
- 2 to less than 3 years
- 3 to less than 4 years
- 4 to less than 5 years
- 5 to less than 6 years
- 6 to less than 7 years
- 7 to less than 8 years
- 8 to less than 9 years
- 9 to less than 10 years
- 10 years or more
03 Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License Class C or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire?
- Yes, I currently have a valid NC Driver's License.
- I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License, but I can obtain one within 60 days of hire.
- No, I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 60 days of hire.
04 Are you available to work rotating Saturdays?
05 Do you have experience operating rubber tire loaders and how many years? 06 Do you have experience operating large excavators and how many years? 07 Do you have experience operating horizontal grinders and how many years? 08 Do you have experience operating compost screeners and how many years? 09 Do you have experience operating windrow turners and how many years? 10 Do you possess a compost operations training certificate?
11 Are you able to work extended hours on rotating shifts during emergency, disaster, and inclement weather situations?
Required Question