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Equipment Operator III Lead

Salary

$24.76 Hourly

Location

Asheville, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2025-01732

Department

Public Works

Division

Utility Cut

Opening Date

10/15/2025

Closing Date

11/5/2025 5:00 PM Eastern

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Summary

About our Opportunity:

The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Lead Equipment Operator III in the

Public Works department. The purpose of this classification is to lead a crew involved in driving and operating

vehicles and other equipment with specialized functions that involve the operation of complex mechanisms to

complete tasks for various maintenance, repair, and/or construction projects in an assigned department, in addition

to driving and maneuvering the vehicle.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

This is the sixth level in the Equipment Operators series. Incumbents in this classification utilize equipment that

have mechanisms that are complex to operate, require the highest degree of skill, dexterity, and finesse to perform

work to exacting tolerances, as well as equipment included in lower levels in this job family, and provide lead

guidance, direction, and training to assigned staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude

them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties

may be required and assigned.

Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers: confers with supervisor to obtain direction

regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in

progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers; assists with complex/problem situations and

provides technical expertise; and assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures

and proper use of equipment.

Maneuvers heavy equipment and operates complex mechanisms involving digging, moving earth and materials,

grading, loading, and performing similar tasks in order to advance projects relating to construction and

maintenance of City roads, grounds, property, utilities, rights-of-way, and other infrastructure; equipment is

primarily driven and operated on-site, but does require some driving over public roads; maneuvers in and around

traffic, crew workers, equipment, utilities, and other obstacles; obeys all traffic laws and safety guidelines; and

monitors immediate environment and work area to ensure the safety of operator, other workers, the equipment,

and the public.

Operates excavator, track hoe, and backhoe to perform skilled digging and trenching for maintenance, upkeep, and

construction for assigned department, where exacting tolerances and specifications are required; controls

placement of equipment and determines optimum approach to each digging scenario to minimize destruction of

property and avoid electric, water, sewer, and other public utility lines.

Operates a track or rubber-tired loader with large volume and weight capacities to load materials into trucks or

move them over short distances; positions equipment and controls height, angle, and position of scoop for

optimum delivery of payload; and controls amount, and weight of materials being lifted to avoid exceeding

equipment capacity.

Operates motor-grader, scraper, and excavator with blade attachment to set gradients for large construction and

maintenance projects such as roads, landscaping, embankments, and other projects requiring exacting

specifications related to slope, angle, and pitch; determines appropriate settings and adjusts blades for height,

angle, and pitch to achieve desired outcome; and maneuvers equipment and operates mechanisms to skillfully set

gradient, smooth surfaces, and spread materials.

Operates bulldozer, scraper, and compactor to move earth, gravel, sand, and other materials for large construction

and maintenance projects; and operates mechanisms to establish rough grades or to smooth and compact surfaces

in preparation for pavement, construction, or other work.

Drives large tractor-trailer rigs and low boys to transport and move construction equipment to and from job sites;

positions vehicle to allow for the most efficient and effective loading or unloading of equipment and materials; and

secures all doors, gates, and fasteners to prevent spillage or loss of load.

Inspects and prepares equipment for safe and proper operation prior to beginning work for the day: performs light

maintenance on equipment, which includes changing oil, refueling, and refilling lubricants; cleans vehicles, beds,

and mounted equipment upon completion of assignments; and secures vehicle after use.

Performs manual labor in support of construction, maintenance, and repair projects: lifts, moves, loads, and

unloads materials, equipment, tools, and supplies; digs ditches, trenches, and holes manually or utilizing power

equipment; shovels, rakes, spreads, compacts, and levels dirt, rock, asphalt, cement, and other materials; retrieves

supplies, materials, tools, equipment and other items and runs various errands as needed; collects, transports,

loads and unloads materials, supplies, tools, and equipment to and from the worksite; removes litter, debris, and

deceased animals from roadways and other City property.

Performs other duties in support of City operations: operates equipment and trucks included at the lower level in

this job family; provides coverage during special events and activities; responds to emergency and disaster

situations; provides assistance to other employees or departments; and performs other related duties as required.

Follows established safety procedures: utilizes safety equipment and wears protective gear: monitors work

environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals; monitors traffic conditions surrounding trucks

and equipment to identify obstructions, pedestrians, or unsafe traffic conditions; flags and directs traffic and places

markers, signs and cones around project and work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public; and

reports any incidents, accidents, problems, or unusual situations.

Communicates with supervisor, other City employees, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate

work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Processes a variety of documentation associated with department/division operations, within designated

timeframes and per established procedures: receives, reviews, prepares, completes, processes, forwards or retains

as appropriate various forms, reports, correspondence, work orders, time sheets, vehicle inspection logs, and other

documentation; compiles data for further processing or for use in preparation of department reports; and

maintains computerized and/or hardcopy records.

Additional Functions:

Performs other related duties as required.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required, with vocational or technical training in heavy equipment operation or a

related field; supplemented by three years of experience in heavy equipment operation in area of assignment; or

any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills,

and abilities for this job.

Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Class A and Class B

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), including appropriate endorsement(s). Must possess and maintain Flagger and

Work Zone Safety certification.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential

functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary

to function effectively in the position.

Performance Aptitudes:

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to determine, calculate, tabulate, or summarize data/information, following a

prescribed plan requiring the exercise of some judgment. Includes performing subsequent actions in relation to

these computational operations.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding

the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of

equipment and machinery, requiring the monitoring, adjustment, regulation, and/or setting of multiple conditions.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the

ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret

graphs.

Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions

furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or

modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving

evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

ADA Compliance:

Physical Ability: Tasks require the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work,

typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and

that generally involves lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50

pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors,

sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental

conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, water

hazards, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards,

bright/dim lights, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, or rude/irate customers.

Some positions may require a fingerprint-based SBI background check after a conditional offer and before your start date; HR will provide instructions if applicable.

For benefits-eligible positions, explore our full benefits at AshevilleBenefits.com .

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 by its diversity.

The City’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment. Applicants will be assured of fair treatment in all aspects of recruitment and selection without regard to a person’s age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, genetic information,or disability, except where certain physical and mental requirements are Bona Fide Occupational Qualifications (BFOQ). 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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Select your highest level of education:

+ High School/GED

+ Associates Degree

+ Bachelors Degree

+ Masters Degree

+ Doctorate

02

How many years of relevant experience do you have in Construction or trades work?

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 - 3 years

+ 3 - 5 years

+ 5 - 10 years

+ 10 or more years

03

How many years of experience do you have in management or supervision?

+ I have no experience in Management or Supervision

+ I have less than one year of experience in Management or Supervision

+ I have 1 to 3 years of experience.

+ I have 3 to 5 years of experience.

+ I have 5 to 10 years of experience.

+ I over 10 years of experience.

04

Do you have a valid driver's license?

+ I do not have a current driving license of any kind.

+ I do possess a current valid driver's license (Standard License)

+ I do possess a current valid Class B CDL driver's license with endorsements

+ I do possess a current valid Class A CDL driver's license with endorsements

+ I do not have a current CDL license, but I can attain one in the next 6 months.

Required Question

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