EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I - CONCRETE FINISHER chez City of Monroe (NC), NC

About the Department

Performs intermediate skilled trades work in the construction, maintenance, repair, and modification of sidewalks, curbs and gutters, slabs, and related structures; operates a variety of medium to heavy automotive and construction equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of a Street Maintenance Crew Leader. 

This is 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; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arms’ length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.

Position Duties

Prepares site, setting forms, pouring and finishing concrete; performing general masonry work; assisting with other public work duties.

Sets forms and grades to pour sidewalks, curbs and gutters and slabs.

Screens and floats fresh concrete, runs edges, puts in joints and broom finishes.

Lays concrete pipes for driveways.

Builds forms and pours concrete for foundations.

Sets forms for grading and performs other concrete finishing operations.

Performs the duties of a Street Maintenance Worker II when required.

Operates a variety of medium to heavy equipment such as rubber tire loader, rollers, skid loaders, backhoe, front-end loader, dump truck, tractors, and similar motorized vehicles, small equipment and street sweepers.

Operates backhoe to cut and remove asphalt street sections, sidewalks or curb and gutter for patch or reconstructions, digs trenches, culverts and loads sand, rocks, etc.

Operates landscaping equipment and performs a variety of grounds keeping tasks.

Operates equipment in street and pedestrian traffic, around other ground utilities and in other tight places requiring care and skill.

Performs preventive maintenance on equipment.

Cleans and washes equipment on a periodic basis.

Reports any unsafe conditions of equipment and other necessary repairs to supervisor.

Assists with paving potholes and repairing utility cuts, raising valves and manhole covers in preparation for resurfacing, cleaning catch basins and other tasks.

Assists with snow removal and ice control.

Performs related tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications

General knowledge of the common practices, tools, terminology and safety precautions of concrete work; general knowledge of the use and characteristics of building materials; skill in the use of masonry tools and equipment; ability to work from sketches, drawings, plans or specifications; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to estimate needed materials and time required for various jobs.  General knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved; thorough knowledge of traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation; ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and minimal experience in concrete work.

Other Qualifications

Possession of or ability to obtain a Class A commercial driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina within six months of employment.