Equipment Operator (Streets)

City of Arcadia • Arcadia, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Public Works Services Department is seeking an experienced Equipment Operator who is technically competent, detail and solution-oriented, with a great attitude. The incumbent assigned to this position will operate a variety of light and heavy-duty construction equipment including pick up truck, street sweeper, and many others along with performing maintenance and repair work on streets and sidewalks. At the Arcadia Public Works Services Department, we have a passion for service to our community and a belief that our residents and customers are a priority. We believe that our value lies in what we give and we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to excellent, proactive customer service, connecting with our community, finding creative solutions, and innovative thinking. If you want to join a team that inspires you to "Go Above and Beyond", we invite your application!

Requirements

• Four years of experience in maintenance and construction work including two years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by journey level training in equipment operation.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year, a valid Class "A" driver's license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year, an appropriate Public Works certificate from a community college or equivalent OR Water Distribution Operator Grade II certificate issued by the State of California Department of Health Services.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift 100 lbs.; exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining work space, chemicals, dust, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations; availability for on call, stand-by, and emergency call.

Nice To Haves

• Technically Competent
• Detail-oriented
• Solution-oriented
• Great Attitude
• Interpersonal Skills

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of light and heavy duty construction equipment including pick up truck, street sweeper, dump truck, sewer cleaning equipment back hoe, crane truck, skip loader, front end loader, heavy and light tapping machines, jack hammer, portable and bench-mounted power tools, concrete saw, pipe locating equipment, leak locating equipment, cement mixer, valve truck, and threading machine taps and dies.
• Perform maintenance and repair work on streets, sidewalks, and water distribution system; remove damaged paving; compact, fill, repave, and repair paved surfaces with asphalt, concrete, brick, and interlocking pavers; make periodic inspections and perform maintenance on structures and equipment.
• Remove weeds and trim other plant growth, including trees, along streets, sidewalks, and rights-of-way to ensure access, draining, and vehicle sight distance requirements; remove debris from gutters, drop inlets, culverts, and manholes; maintain storm drain system.
• Facilitate contact with USA Dig Alert to assure advance notification and safety verification of each job site.
• Perform flagging or other traffic control in maintenance projects and in emergency situations.
• Install and modify meter boxes and lids.
• Install, modify, and repair pumping plant and well piping and appurtenances.
• Install, modify, and repair water supply piping, valves, and appurtenances.
• Construct, maintain, and repair concrete block, concrete, or wooden structures.
• Clean and paint buildings, reservoirs, and other structures.
• Install, maintain, and repair fences and gates.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• CalPERS retirement plan
• Three tier monthly benefit allowance of up to: $866 Employee only coverage $1,400 Employee +1 coverage $1,800 Family Coverage
• City paid Vision Plan for employee and dependents
• City paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability
• Expected salary increases of: 5% effective 07/01/2026
• Longevity Pay
• Tuition reimbursement/advancement upon the completion of probationary period

What This Job Offers

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