Equipment Operator - Repairs

Job Summary

Raleigh Water – Water Distribution division is seeking an Equipment Operator
. 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 Equipment Operator performs maintenance and operates equipment for the City’s distribution system, supporting the maintenance, replacement, and repair of water assets such as services, mains, and fire hydrants.

• Qualifying Equipment Operators are eligible for training certifications that provide a stipend of additional 12.5% to base pay
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• Education provided to learn Water Operator standards and earn certifications
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• Get your CDL! The City will provide CDL training and license reimbursement upon passing the CDL exam.

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.

• 3304 Terminal Dr. Suite 300, Raleigh, NC 27604
• 1715 Wendell Blvd., Wendell, NC 27591
• 10710 Star Rd., Wake Forest, NC 27587

Primary workdays and hours are Monday to Friday from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. This position includes rotating after‑hours on‑call responsibilities. When on call, you’ll receive standby pay for 8 hours at your regular hourly rate. If called to work during your on‑call shift, you’ll be compensated at the overtime rate as per our company policy. Flexibility is essential, and the on‑call schedules as well as after‑hours work requirements can vary based on seasonal needs and operational requirements.

• Install, replace, and repair assets such as water services, mains, fire hydrants, valves, sample stations, and auto flushers.
• Serve as a second hand to the primary repair person for the crew.
• Assist with setting up and breaking down work zones, including signage and traffic control devices.
• Repair leaking, broken, or damaged system components.
• Maintain yard area daily, monthly, or as needed.
• Haul equipment and materials to and from job sites.
• Monitor and ensure safe working conditions and environment; identify potential hazards and initiate or coordinate corrective action to maintain safety.
• Ensure availability, maintenance, and operability of safety and work‑related equipment, monitoring processes and activities to assure quality.
• Perform semi‑skilled or skilled general maintenance with proper tools and equipment for tasks, following established safety policies and procedures and applicable codes and regulations.
• Inspect heavy equipment to identify any mechanical issues; maintain equipment daily and report needed repairs to the appropriate supervisor or perform minor repairs on equipment.

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency and less than 1 year experience in light to medium 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

OR Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted.

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

• Operating and driving heavy equipment…