Town of Franklin issued the following announcement on Oct. 17.
An employee in this class operates a backhoe, loader, and tractor with side arm mowing attachment or other medium to heavy equipment independently or with a street or utility construction and maintenance crew. Work involves operating equipment in tight locations around underground and overhead utility lines, near trees parked cars, on slopes and in traffic. Work includes performing maintenance and servicing of equipment used. Work also includes assisting with a variety of unskilled or semi-skilled tasks when assigned to a crew. Work may require the employee to serve on-call and respond to significant call-back work. The employee is subject to hazards associated with public works and utilities including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as loud noises, vibration, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, odors, dusts, mists, and oils. Work around raw sewage is also subject to the final standards of OSHA on blood borne pathogens. Work is performed under regular supervision and is observed occasionally while in progress or upon completion.
Education & Experience
Graduation from high school and considerable experience in the operation of motorized construction equipment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirement
Possession of a valid commercial driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina is preferred or obtainable. May require certification as a distribution and/or collection system operator.
Application Instructions
Applicants can submit a Town of Franklin employment application to the NC Works Career Center Office located at 5 West Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734. Office contact is (828) 369-9534.
A complete copy of the job advertisement and Town of Franklin application can be found by clicking the links below.
»Town of Franklin Equipment Operator Job Description (PDF)
» Town of Franklin Employment Application (PDF)
Please contact Nicole Bradley, Human Resources Director, at 828-524-2516, ext. 312 for questions about this position.
The Town of Franklin offers a comprehensive benefits package to include health/dental/life insurance, a 401(K) plan, and participates in the N.C. Local Governmental Retirees’ System.
The Town of Franklin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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