Equipment Operator I - Pavement Operations
About The Position
The City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome Equipment Operator I's to the pavement operations team! As an Equipment Operator you will perform semi-skilled maintenance tasks for the City's Public Works Department. You will operate a variety of equipment to include asphalt pavers, milling machines, rollers, loaders, back-hoes, skid steers, pothole trucks and compaction equipment to repair and maintain streets and alleys. Anticipated Schedule: 6:30AM - 5:00PM. Either Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday depending on crew assignment after hire. Learn more about this team: Roadway Maintenance | City of Colorado Springs We're an accredited pay equity employer! Your starting pay will be within the posted hiring range based on your years of experience and education. As an employee with the City of Colorado Springs, there is room to grow! Click here to view the 2026 Salary Schedule | City of Colorado Springs
Requirements
- 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
- Current CDLs must be registered with the FMCSA (Federal Motor Safety Administration) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse at https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov
Nice To Haves
- Each year of further education is equivalent to each year of relevant work experience.
- Each year of additional relevant work experience is equivalent to each year of required education.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Benefits
- shift differential
- pay differential
- acting or lead
- special assignment
- hazard pay
- longevity
- cell phone allowance
- uniform allowance
- relocation
- awards
- standby
- call out
- compensatory time off
- tuition
- overtime
- extra duty
- incentive
- holiday premium
- proficiency
- vacation sell back
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
