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Concrete Utility Cut Repair Equipment Operator III
- City of Asheville (Asheville, NC)
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Concrete Utility Cut Repair Equipment Operator III
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Concrete Utility Cut Repair Equipment Operator III
Salary
$23.59 Hourly
Location
Asheville, NC
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2024-01484
Department
Public Works
Division
Utility Cut
Opening Date
02/05/2025
Closing Date
5/16/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
+ Description
+ Benefits
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Summary
About our opportunity:
The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Equipment Operator III in the Public Works Department, specifically for the Concrete Utility Cut and Maintenance Division. This division is responsible for maintaining and improving the city’s infrastructure to ensure safe and accessible roads and sidewalks for all residents and visitors.
What you’ll be doing:
+ Maneuver heavy equipment and operate complex mechanisms for digging, moving earth, grading, loading, and similar tasks for construction and maintenance projects.
+ Operate excavator, track hoe, and backhoe for skilled digging and trenching while avoiding utility lines.
+ Operate loaders to move materials, ensuring optimal delivery and weight management.
+ Use motor-grader, scraper, and excavator with blade attachment to set gradients for construction and maintenance projects.
+ Operate bulldozer, scraper, and compactor to move and smooth materials for construction projects.
+ Drive tractor-trailer rigs and low boys to transport equipment to and from job sites.
+ Inspect and prepare equipment for safe operation, perform light maintenance, and secure vehicles after use.
+ Perform manual labor in support of projects, including lifting, moving, and unloading materials.
+ Follow established safety procedures and use protective gear, monitor work environment for safety, and report incidents.
+ Communicate with supervisors, employees, and the public to coordinate work activities and resolve issues.
+ Process documentation associated with department operations and maintain records.
Benefits:
+ Salary: $23.59 Hourly
+ 13 paid holidays
+ 12 paid sick days
+ 10 paid vacation days
+ And many more!
About you:
We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and/or education will be considered:
+ High school diploma or GED, with vocational or technical training in heavy equipment operation or a related field.
+ Two years of experience in heavy equipment operation.
+ Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), including appropriate endorsement(s), and obtain Class A CDL within 90 days of hire.
+ Must possess and maintain Flagger and Work Zone Safety certification.
+ Ability to perform the essential functions and learn City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures.
Persons of all genders and races are encouraged to apply.
Other things to know:
+ Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week; Mon - Thur position with some overtime/ night and weekend work required (Snow/ Ice, Emergencies, etc.).
About us:
The City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched in diversity. The City of Asheville values and respects a diverse community, workforce, and ideas, and is committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. Our organization seeks to create and provide access and opportunities to employees, residents, and visitors to fulfill their potential through inclusive engagement practices, relationship building, and an authentic sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. The City of Asheville is proud to be a second chance employer.
The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
To view our comprehensive benefits package, click here (https://www.ashevillenc.gov/department/human-resources/compensation-and-benefits/) .
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Do you have at least 1 year or experience in the operation of heavy motorized equipment?
+ Yes
+ No
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Do you possess and maintain a Flagger and Work Zone Safety Certification?
+ Yes
+ No
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Do you have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the necessary endorsements?
+ Class A
+ Class B
+ Not at this time but I can attain one within 90 days of hire.
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Select your highest level of education:
+ High School/GED
+ Associates Degree
+ Bachelors Degree
+ Masters Degree
+ Doctorate
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How many years of relevant experience do you have in concrete work?
+ Less than 1 year
+ 1 - 3 years
+ 4 - 6 years
+ 7 - 9 years
+ 10 or more years
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Employer
City of Asheville
Address
City of Asheville PO Box 7148 Asheville, North Carolina, 28802
Phone
828-259-5690 - Apply Online! - EOE
Website
http://www.ashevillenc.gov/jobs
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