Equipment Operator II - Mountain Parks - Denver Parks and Recreation

City and County of Denver•Denver, CO
•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Denver Parks & Recreation is seeking a full-time Park Operations Equipment Operator II whose focus will be on waste collection in parks along with other duties as assigned. This role involves operating light- to medium-sized industrial equipment, performing park maintenance, and interacting with the public.

Requirements

  • Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET, or TASC Certificate
  • Three (3) years of general labor experience which must include two (2) years 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.
  • Manual transmission endorsement within 6 months of hire
  • Successfully obtain Commercial Driver's License (CDL "A") within 6 months of hire
  • Successfully pass in-person performance assessment as part of the interview process

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with parks maintenance operations and basic construction knowledge
  • Have a flexible schedule and be willing to work various hours including weekends and holidays
  • Execute this position as a team player who displays integrity, a Positive attitude, and an eagerness to lead and learn

Responsibilities

  • Operate light- to medium-sized industrial equipment such as trash trucks, a bobcat, dump trucks, etc. while performing parks maintenance operations and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of equipment and a variety of tools
  • Inspect equipment for items affecting its safe operation and complete a pre/post-trip inspection as defined by federal guidelines; perform preventative maintenance, basic maintenance, and minor repairs to equipment
  • Observe on-board instruments while operating equipment and take routine corrective action if malfunctions are indicated
  • Keep trip records and logs, report defects, accidents, damages, or traffic violations
  • Perform various park maintenance and landscaping duties such as trash and debris removal, graffiti removal, repairs in response to vandalism, power washing, etc.
  • Interact with the public in a courteous and respectful manner; form strong and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Perform snow removal operations when necessary

Benefits

  • A 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
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