Motor Equipment Operator I - Street (Full-Time)

Job Overview

Motor Equipment Operator I – Street

Public Works Department

Salary Range: $20.76 - $34.26 Hourly / $43,180.80 - $71,260.80 Annually

FLSA Position Class: Full-time, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Posting Closing Date: August 11, 2026

Summary This position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of motorized equipment and for performing manual duties and preventative maintenance tasks within the Street Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville and meet the needs of the organization, which may result in the assignment of other duties and take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Operates vehicles and equipment such as a tractor, dump truck, backhoe, power boom, crawler loader, street sweeper, asphalt roller, mini excavator, skid steer, etc.
• Operates vehicles and/or equipment to transport materials, tools, and personnel to job sites.
• Operates specialized motor equipment for snow removal, street sanding or sweeping, sewer cleaning, and catch basin cleaning.
• Maintains and repairs streets and alleys including patching potholes and cracks, laying gravel, grading, and sweeping, and paints curbs and road markings.
• Operates a truck to haul/spread materials for road or street construction or maintenance.

• Operates motor vehicles and equipment with attachments and/or tools (such as chipper, compressor, tamping machine, trencher) to spread salt and sand on icy roads, shore up ditches, install pipes, cut grass, and similar activities.
• Performs general cleanup work such as removing debris, raking leaves, cutting grass, and collecting litter from public lands and facilities.

• Mows and trims grass on rights of way and parks; sprays for weeds and fertilizes; plants, trims, and removes trees and shrubs as needed.
• Digs, spreads, and levels dirt, sand, and gravel using hand and/or power tools and equipment; repairs streets and sidewalks with asphalt and cold-patching materials; builds and repairs with concrete as necessary.

• Performs physical labor such as loading and unloading trucks, digging ditches, cutting trees, brushing roadsides, painting, flushing sewers, cleaning culverts, and raking blacktop.

• Services and makes minor repairs to equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of experience in operating motorized / heavy equipment and vehicles.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina CDL Class B license, or any valid CDL Class B license with ability to obtain a North Carolina CDL Class B license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of the practices of operating and servicing trucks and equipment.
• Working knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
• Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of equipment.
• Ability to operate a variety of motorized vehicles, equipment, and tools in this department.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, directions, and traffic signals.
• Ability to perform heavy labor for prolonged periods, often under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments, supervisors, and the public.

Job Related Physical Requirements

This position involves heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and to convey detailed or important instructions to others; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for operation of machines, motor vehicles, or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions

The employee is subject to outdoor environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold, snow, ice, noise, vibration, fumes, odors, gases, oils, dust, and hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts, uneven surfaces, and confined spaces. Employees may be required to work nights, weekends, or during emergency situations.

Benefits At A Glance

Benefits are a valuable part of your total compensation at City of Statesville. Your benefits package provides protection for you and your family with expenses shared by the city or available to you at discounted group rates. Below is a brief summary of the choices available to all eligible regular, full-time employees. Part-time employees' benefits differ from full-time employees' benefits and are listed below.

Full-Time Employee Benefits

Health & Welfare Benefits

• Health Care Insurance PPO or HDHP/Prescription Drug Program
• Lifestyle programs (weight management, Tobacco Cessation, Stress Management)
• Telehealth Online Appointments 24/7
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement (DCFSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Secondary Language Incentive Pay
• Bereavement Leave

Retirement Benefits

• Pension Plan – NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (LGERS)
• NC 401(k) Empower
• NC Roth 401(k) Empower
• NC 401(k) Match Empower
• 457(b) Nationwide
• Roth 457(b) Nationwide
• Fireman's Pension Fund

Time-Off Benefits

• Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• School Visitation - unpaid, up to 4 hours to attend school activities.
• Military Differential Pay

Wellness Benefits

• Health Fair
• Biometric Screening
• Flu Shots
• Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
• Wellness Activity Calendar
• See HR for Other Fitness Center Discounts

Additional Benefits

• Take Home Vehicle (based on position)
• Working Advantage - Employee Discount Program