Equipment Operator Foreman

Equipment Operator Foreman

Salary

$58,000.00 - $87,000.00 Annually

Location

Public Utilities Sewer 5380 Raynor Road, Garner, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00617

Department

PU Sewer Maintenance

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

9/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Work Hours

Monday - Friday; 6:30 am - 3:00 pm

Hiring Range

$58,000.00 - $72,500.00

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Job Description

This position functions as the primary Field Supervisor for one or more construction crews assigned to the Repair Program within the Sewer Maintenance Division. Crews within this program are tasked with repairing deficiencies found within the sanitary sewer collection system, as well as responding to emergency calls. Incumbents provide direct crew supervision, jobsite planning, resource allocation/coordination, emergency call response investigation, and work documentation functions. Work conducted in both indoors and outdoors environments and may be in close proximity to heavy equipment, vehicle traffic, and open excavations

Scheduled working hours are Monday through Friday, 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. This position carries with it an on-call requirement which includes 8 hours of paid standby time per on-call week, plus the potential to earn overtime pay at 1.5 times the normal hourly rate for hours worked over 40. May be required to work extended shifts including shifts outside of normal business hours and work on weekends and/or holidays. This role will report to 5380 Raynor Road Garner, NC 27529.

The benefits of being a City of Raleigh Heavy Equipment Operator:

• Get your CDL! The City will provide CDL training and license reimbursement upon passing the CDL exam

• Education provided to learn Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection Operator standards and earn certifications

• Qualifying Equipment Operator, Foreman are eligible for training certifications that provide stipends of additional pay up to 12.5%

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.

• Serves as the first level supervisor for labor and equipment operator staff, by assigning work and monitoring work completion

• Performs oversight of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance workers supporting City department(s) or maintenance functions; Guides staff in the selection of proper maintenance tools and equipment for tasks; Ensures work is performed following established safety policies and procedures and applicable codes and regulations

• Assists with general supervision and personnel functions of direct reports, to include hiring, promotions, transfers, disciplinary actions, termination, and performance evaluation activities

• Performs quality assurance checks on completed work and electronic work orders

• Assists with training new and current employees on work processes, safety procedures, and other necessary work tasks.

• Conducts work notification to affected customers prior to work commencement. Follow up with customers regarding various work-related issues or concerns

• Marks work areas and submit utility locate requests via the NC 811 system

• Directs oversight and guidance of heavy equipment operators who excavate sanitary sewer mains, manholes, and other appurtenances within the public right of way, in close proximity to adjacent utilities

• Plans, monitors and reviews daily work activities. Monitors inventory, resources and materials needs; initiates orders for resources based on requirements; may work with contract workers and trade specialists by scheduling and coordinating repairs and maintenance services

• Oversee setup/teardown of traffic control work zones and various safety equipment including trench boxes, hydraulic shoring, and confined space equipment. Monitors such work to ensure applicable rules and regulations are followed

• Instructs staff completing various manual labor tasks such as cutting asphalt streets or concrete sidewalks, hand digging to locate buried utilities, loading/unloading heavy equipment, using gas powered saws to cut and remove damaged sewer pipes, installation of new sewer pipes/fittings, replacement of sewer manhole rings/covers, backfilling excavations, work site cleanup, materials hauling/disposal, and additional site restoration activities

• Documents work progress and complete electronic work orders

• Responds to customer generated calls and investigate reports of issues to determine appropriate corrective actions

• Provides support to the City's emergency response in the event of inclement weather, to include support for debris cleanup after severe storms or snow and ice response for Division facilities

• May fill in for assigned Utilities Crew Supervisor during absences or vacancies

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency; 3 to 5 years experience in light to medium construction equipment operation, or related work

OR

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

Examples of preferred relatable experience are:

• Construction: grading, storm drain, site work, builder, plumber, any utility construction (including fiber installation), road construction

• Landscaping: installer, maintenance, irrigation

• Mechanics: 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

Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Drivers 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

• NC WPCSOCC Collection System Operator Certification Grade I or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Collection Grade II

Additional Information

Knowledge of:

• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices
• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment

Skill in:

• Training crew members on the jobsite
• Providing direction to coworkers
• Operating assigned equipment

Ability to:

• Communicate with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work directions
• Respond to emergency situations
• Maintain records and work-related documentation

ADA and Other Requirements:

Work Environment and Physical Effort:

Very Heavy: Exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds of forcefrequently, and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, construction site, and in a vehicle. Employees may occasionally work in a street environment (near moving traffic), confined space, 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. Work is this position is occasionally exposed to individuals who are hostile or irate, individuals with known violent backgrounds, communicable diseases and/or toxic or caustic chemicals and 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 Citys benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: https://raleighnc.gov/services/jobs-and-volunteering/pay-and-benefits

The 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
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• PhD or other professional degree

02

How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in light to medium construction equipment operation, or a related 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

Do you have a valid North Carolina Drivers License Class C or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire?

• Yes, I currently have a valid NC Drivers License.
• I do not currently have a valid NC Drivers License, but I can obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• No, I do not currently have a valid NC Drivers License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 60 days of hire.

04

Do you have a valid North Carolina Class A (CDL) Commercial Drivers License or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire?

• Yes, I currently have a valid NC Class A Drivers License.
• No, I do not currently have a valid NC Class A Drivers License, but I can obtain one within 90 days of hire.
• No, I do not currently have a valid NC Class A Drivers License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 90 days of hire.

05

Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from a position?

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered "yes" to being terminated or forced to resign, please provide an explanation and the date.

Required Question

Employer City of Raleigh North Carolina

Address 222 W. Hargett St.

Raleigh, North Carolina, 27601

Website https://raleighnc.gov