Apprentice Equipment Operator

City of Grand Junction • Grand Junction, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations and Maintenance Team contributes to a variety of maintenance operations for multiple departments throughout the City. As an Apprentice Equipment Operator, on the Operations and Maintenance Team, you will perform a variety of entry-level duties in the construction, repair, and maintenance of City grounds, parks, cemeteries, golf courses, and various systems, including streets, irrigation, storm drainage, wastewater, and collections. You will work alongside other operators, gaining valuable knowledge and experience in various trades. This position is a safety-sensitive position, which means you will be subject to random drug screens due to the nature of the work performed.

Requirements

• One (1) year of general labor experience.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver's license.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Commercial Driver License within 6 months of hire.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of equipment, including dump trucks, loaders, backhoes, forklifts, tractors, grounds keeping equipment, snow removal equipment, power and hand tools, and other specialized maintenance and construction equipment related to the area of assignment.
• Plant, water, and maintain landscaped areas consisting of turf, bushes, trees, flowers, and shrubs; design, pre-order, and maintain pots, barrels, and other containers.
• Clean and maintain restrooms and locker rooms.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from customers and the general public.
• Operate and maintain irrigation and sprinkler systems, including pump stations, underground piping, valves, wiring, sprinklers, and controllers.

Benefits

• City Employee Health Clinic: The City is committed to supporting the health and well-being of employees and their families. Our near-site Sage Health & Wellness Center offers free or low-cost healthcare services for employees and dependents enrolled in a City health plan. Services include preventive care, health assessments and coaching, treatment for common illnesses, lab services, physical therapy, a medical massage therapist, and behavioral health counseling. The clinic also offers wellness programs, challenges, and classes that empower employees and their families to stay healthy and thrive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED