Equipment Operator II - Mountain Parks - Denver Parks and Recreation

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

6d • $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

What This Job Offers

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