Equipment Operator I - Pavement Operations
City of Colorado SpringsAbout the role
Posting number: 18292
Department: Public Works
Division: Public Works Operations Maint.
Job classification: Equipment Operator I
Posting type: Open
Categories: Community Services, Environmental Services, Public Relations, Public Safety, Public Works, Management, Professional, Maintenance, Community Development, Construction Maintenance, Customer Service, Project Management, Grounds & Landscaping, Construction Trades, Green-Collar/Environmental, Program Management
Summary
Anticipated Schedule: 6:30AM - 5:00PM. Either Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday depending on crew assignment after hire.
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As an Equipment Operator I, you will:
- Operate single/tandem axle dump trucks, plows, and sanders during snow removal.
- Transport materials and equipment to/from work sites.
- Safely use, service, and make minor repairs to tools and equipment.
- Perform manual labor such as shoveling, debris removal, and site clean-up.
- Assist other Public Works teams as business needs require.
- Follow all safety procedures and maintain accurate work records.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:
Knowledge of:
- Basic operation and maintenance requirements of power-driven equipment
- Practices, methods, and materials used in general construction
- Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
- Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods
Examples of duties
- High school diploma or GED
- One year of professional, full-time experience in general construction, manual labor or a related field
- Possess and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restrictions
- Possess, or obtain within one year of hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado CDL Class B driver's license which is not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
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