Equipment Operator - Cemetery Division

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General

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform routine and heavy manual work of a semi-skilled to skilled nature. Examples of duties include operating commercial mowing equipment, weed control and landscaping, as well as performing preventative maintenance on mowers and equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have working knowledge of tools and equipment, ability to perform heavy manual work in varying weather conditions, ability to drive a tractor, ability to understand and interpret simple oral and written instructions, and ability to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers.

Requirements: Some experience in commercial mowing and/or landscaping preferred. Requires applicants with a valid NC driving license, a high school diploma or equivalent. Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Prefer applicants with experience operating a tractor and/or commercial mowing equipment.

This position requires the physical ability to lift 50 lbs. or more, reach overhead, twist, climb, kneel and squat. This position requires ability to work in varying weather conditions. Normal work hours: 6 am - 2:30 pm, Monday
- Friday.

Benefits: 12 Holidays; 10 Vacation days; 12 Sick days; 8 hrs. personal leave annually;
Medical, Life, and Worker's Compensation Insurance;
Retirement;
Membership at City fitness facilities.

To apply or for more information regarding essential job functions and requirements, contact the NC Works Career Planning and Placement Center, 1909 Hickory Blvd., Lenoir, NC 28645; . Pre-employment drug screen and background check required. THE CITY OF LENOIR IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.