Heavy Equipment Operator; Backhoe

Heavy Equipment Operator (Backhoe) Put Your Heavy Equipment Skills to Work — Build Greensboro’s Future. Compensation and Benefits:

Estimated Hiring Salary Range
: $43,755 - $57,573 Full Salary Range
: $43,755 - $78,299

We offer an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being.

Learn more Here

Work Schedule:Monday
- Thursday (6:30a - 5:00p) “or” Tuesday
- Friday (6:30a-5:00p)

The schedule may change during holiday weeks or emergency operations. Employees may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, extended hours, or emergency call-ins with little or no notice. This position works outdoors in all weather conditions and participates in seasonal and emergency operations, including snow and ice removal, storm debris removal, and loose-leaf collection.

The City of Greensboro is seeking a dependable and motivated Heavy Equipment Operator (Backhoe) to join the Transportation Department. This hands‑on position plays an important role in maintaining the City’s streets, rights‑of‑way, and public infrastructure. As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will primarily operate a backhoe while supporting asphalt maintenance, street repairs, construction projects, and other field operations throughout Greensboro. Whether you're an experienced equipment operator or ready to build your skills in a career with the City, this position provides an opportunity to learn, grow, and see the direct results of your work in the community.

• Make a visible impact: Help repair and maintain the roads and infrastructure residents depend on every day.
• Operate essential equipment: Develop experience with backhoes, pavers, skid steers, motor graders, loaders, rollers, and other specialized equipment.
• Learn on the job: Build your knowledge of asphalt placement, street maintenance, equipment operation, and field construction.
• Serve your community: Take pride in completing a project from start to finish and knowing your work directly benefits Greensboro residents.
• Build your future: Develop the skills needed to advance into positions such as Crew Leader and Crew Supervisor.
• Be part of a team: Work alongside experienced Transportation professionals who are committed to keeping Greensboro safe, accessible, and moving.
• Experience variety: No two days are necessarily the same, with opportunities to support street repairs, seasonal operations, emergency response, and other City projects.

The Heavy Equipment Operator (Backhoe) performs general maintenance and construction activities supporting the City's street infrastructure. The primary responsibility is to safely, effectively, and responsibly operate a backhoe in support of asphalt maintenance and repair activities.

Depending on operational needs, the employee may also operate:

• Pavers
• Skid steers
• Motor graders
• Dump trucks
• Rubber tire loaders
• Rollers
• Track excavators
• Sweepers and other light equipment

• Operate a backhoe and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support asphalt maintenance and street repair operations.
• Assist crews with asphalt placement, spreading, and paving activities.
• Perform maintenance and construction work on streets, rights‑of‑way, and City‑owned facilities.
• Drive trucks and transport materials and equipment as needed.
• Perform emergency tree removal and storm debris operations.
• Operate hand and power tools, including shovels, rakes, chainsaws, and related equipment.
• Participate in snow and ice removal operations
  .
• Participate in seasonal loose‑leaf collection
  .
• Support emergency response and storm recovery operations.
• Conduct routine inspections of assigned equipment.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance, including lubrication and cleaning.
• Follow established safety procedures and manufacturer's guidelines.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Maintain dependable attendance and report for emergency assignments as required.
• Perform physically demanding work, including standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, climbing, walking on uneven surfaces, shoveling, and lifting up to 50 pounds
  .

A skills test…