Heavy Equipment Operator - Repairs

Salary: $49,900.00 - $74,900.00 AnnuallyLocation : Raleigh, NCJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 2026-00277Department: PU Water DistributionOpening Date: 03/27/2026Closing Date: 4/3/2026 11:59 PM EasternWork Hours: Monday - Friday; 6:30 am - 3:00 pmHiring Range: $49,900.00 - $62,400.00 Job DescriptionRaleigh Water - Water Distribution division is looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator - Repairs role tojoin our team. Heavy Equipment Operators are devoted to completing preventive maintenance, utility repairs, utility locating, participating in investigations within our water system and providing excellent customer service. The Heavy Equipment Operator also performs maintenance and equipment operation for the City's distribution system by performing skilled activities in support of maintaining, replacing, and repairing water assets, such as services, mains, and fire hydrants, etc.The benefits of being a Raleigh Water Heavy Equipment Operator:Qualifying Heavy Equipment Operators are eligible for training certifications that provide stipends of additional 12.5% to base payEducation provided to learn Water Operator standards and earn certificationsGet your CDL! The City will provide CDL training and license reimbursement upon passing the CDL examAbout 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: This position primarily works on Monday - Friday from 6:30 am - 3:00 pm. Work includes rotating after-hours on-call responsibilities. When on call, you'll receive standby pay for 8 hours at your regular hourly rate. If you're called out to work during your on-call shift, you'll be compensated at the overtime rate as per our company policy. We understand that flexibility is key! Our on-call schedules as well as after-hours work requirements can vary based on seasonal needs and operational requirements. Therefore, the ability to work a flexible schedule is essential for this role. Duties and Responsibilities The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Installs, replaces, and repairs assets such as water services, mains, fire hydrants, valves, sample stations, and auto flushersServes as a primary repair person for the crewSets up and breaks down work zones, including signage and traffic control devicesPerforms repairs on leaking, broken, or damaged system componentsHauls equipment and materials to and from job sitesMonitors, organizes, and replenishes inventory of tools and parts used by crewMaintains all small equipment daily, monthly, or as neededMonitors and ensures safe working conditions and environment, identifying potential hazards and initiating or coordinating corrective action to maintain safety. Ensures availability, maintenance and operability of safety and work-related equipment and monitors processes and activities to assure quality.Performs semi-skilled or skilled general maintenance with the proper maintenance tools and equipment, following established safety policies and procedures and applicable codes and regulationsMaintains equipment daily. Inspects heavy equipment to identify any mechanical issues and reports needed repairs to the appropriate supervisor or performs minor repairs on equipment Typical QualificationsEducation and Experience:High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency and 1 to 3 years' experience in medium to heavy construction equipment operation or related work, such as:Landscaping: installer, maintenance, irrigation Construction: grading, storm drain, site work, builder, plumber, any utility construction (including fiber installation), road construction Mechanic: heavy equipment, HVAC, hydraulic systems Farming: manual labor, equipment operating Moving Company: labor, truck driver General Municipal Worker: utility inspector Tech School Student: mechanical Firefighter: full or part-time ORAny equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substitutedLicensing 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 hire Additional InformationKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Operating assigned tools and equipment, including driving heavy equipment such as a dump truck, tractor-trailer, tractor, flatbed truck or water truck Hauling materials, supplies, equipment, and soil Inspecting assigned equipment for mechanical readinessPerforming minor preventative maintenance on equipmentStandard practices, methods, and materials of assigned workBasic mathematical concepts for performing basic math calculationsBasic filing and record-keeping principlesOccupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practicesUses and properties of supplies and equipment, including specialized equipment relevant to area of assignmentCustomer service principles Modern office technology Following 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 manualsADA 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 Environment:Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, construction site, or in a vehicle. Employees may occasionally work in confined spaces, 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 be exposed to individuals who are hostile or irate, communicable diseases, and toxic or caustic chemicals or substances.City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.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: 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 Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from a position? Yes No 04 If you answered "yes" to being terminated or forced to resign, please provide an explanation and the date. 05 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. 06 Do you have a valid North Carolina Class A (CDL) Commercial Driver's License or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire? Yes, I currently have a valid NC Class A Driver's License. No, I do not currently have a valid NC Class A Driver's License, but I can obtain one within 90 days of hire. No, I do not currently have a valid NC Class A Driver's License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 90 days of hire. 07 Do you have a valid North Carolina Drinking Water Operator Certification - Distribution C or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire? Yes No 08 If offered the position, at which location(s) would you be willing to work? Please select all that apply. 3304 Terminal Drive (Raleigh, NC) 1715 Wendell Boulevard (Wendell, NC) Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02