Equipment Operator I - Street Maintenance (Asphalt, Paving, Milling) - CDL B Required

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

52d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) is seeking an Equipment Operator I to join the Street Maintenance team. This role contributes to the maintenance and improvement of Denver's streets, alleys, and transportation network. The Street Maintenance division is responsible for services such as pothole repair, milling, paving, patching, alley maintenance, and street sweeping. They also operate Denver's asphalt plant and lead the citywide snow response program. This position offers the opportunity to work in the field throughout Denver, serving the community in all seasons.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
• Two (2) years of general labor experience which must include six (6) months of experience operating light to medium sized equipment.
• Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") with appropriate endorsements at the time of application.
• Must hold a valid CDL clear of any restrictions or under prohibited status in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse at the time of application.
• Applicants for commercial driving positions must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Commercial drivers must be able to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records in English.
• Must pass a performance assessment which involves a pre-trip inspection, post-trip inspection, and maneuvering/driving.
• Must pass a background check, physical, and drug test.

Nice To Haves

• Desire to perform light to heavy physical labor on a variety of projects related to street maintenance
• Previous experience with street maintenance, and other labor or construction-related tasks
• Desire to work outside in various weather conditions (snow, rain, heat, etc.) and environments (dust, fumes, etc.)
• Knowledge of city of Denver streets/alleys and use of maps
• Desire to promote to other positions within the department

Responsibilities

• Be part of a Paving, Milling, or Asphalt team
• Perform semi-skilled and light to heavy physical labor on a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair projects.
• Operate weed whackers, snow blowers, pull weeds, rake and shovel asphalt, and run the wing on a paver.
• Operate light to medium sized equipment for maintenance and minor construction projects
• Place and remove barricades, cones, and other traffic control and safety devices in and around work areas for construction and maintenance projects in accordance with traffic regulation requirement
• Perform other related duties as assigned including snow removal duties

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year
• 12 paid holidays
• 1 personal holiday
• 1 Wellness Day
• 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

What This Job Offers

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