Equipment Operator I

Douglas County, CO•Parker, CO

57d•$52,197 - $78,295•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for operating and maintaining County vehicles and heavy equipment and performing manual labor for the Department of Public Works. Work includes road maintenance and construction tasks, snow and ice removal, equipment inspections and maintenance, responding to emergencies, and providing customer service. The position is based in Castle Rock or Parker, Colorado. Overtime may be available and is sometimes required; it is paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 40 hours worked in a week. A Class B CDL is required at hire, and a Class A CDL is expected for career progression. Employees hired with a Class B CDL are typically eligible for additional compensation after obtaining a Class A CDL. The role involves outdoor work in weather, noise, vibration, confined or restricted environments, and on platforms, roadways, and construction zones. It requires continuous strenuous physical labor for up to 10 hours a day, potentially exceeding 12 hours during snow removal, construction, or emergencies, and frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Employees may be called upon to assist with County functions during emergencies or disasters, including working additional duties and hours beyond the normal schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Colorado Commercial Driver License Class B upon hire, with complying insurance.
Flager Certification.
Meet Department of Transportation physical examination and drug and alcohol testing requirements.
Complete assigned Department training.
Ability to perform continuous strenuous physical labor for up to 10 hours a day, potentially exceeding 12 hours during snow removal, construction, or emergencies.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, stand, walk on uneven terrain, kneel, crouch, reach, handle, finger, and feel.

Nice To Haves

One year of education or experience in highway maintenance or equipment operation is preferred.
A combination of education and experience may be considered.
A Commercial Driver License Class A may qualify for higher compensation; obtaining a Class A CDL is expected for career progression.

Responsibilities

Operate pickups, trucks, tractor-trailers, rollers, water tankers, mowers, sweepers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, snowplows, sanders, motor graders, dozers, scrapers, paving and milling equipment, concrete mixers, pumps, curb machines, sprayers, and other construction and maintenance equipment.
Perform road maintenance and manual labor, including pothole and concrete repair, asphalt overlays, culvert and bridge repair, shoulder and ditch maintenance, shoveling, raking, fence construction, and tree trimming.
Respond to emergencies such as blizzards, fires, floods, and other disasters.
Remove snow and ice, including applying anti-icing and deicing materials.
Assist with traffic-control signage placement and provide traffic flagging during construction activities.
Inspect vehicles and equipment daily and help ensure equipment is properly maintained; perform equipment maintenance or fabrication as needed.
Provide good customer service and collaborate with Supervisors on customer service requests while adhering to the code of conduct.
Perform manual labor with hand tools and equipment, including shovels, picks, jackhammers, and power saws.
Paint and sandblast structures.
Install and repair guardrail, fencing, snow fence, culverts, and other road structures.
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with people contacted while performing required duties.
Transport heavy machinery and vehicles to and from job locations.
Perform minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
Collect debris along County roads.
Perform other duties as assigned.