Equipment Operator (3rd Shift)

City of West Allis•West Allis, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of West Allis is hiring a 3rd Shift Equipment Operator to keep our city moving overnight! This role is for a skilled operator who thrives behind the controls of front-end loaders and other heavy equipment. The position involves working with a wide range of machinery and tackling challenging, hands-on assignments that keep a city running. This is a stable, rewarding career with excellent benefits, paid training, and opportunities for growth. The team values expertise and dedication to keeping streets clear, operations smooth, and the community safe, all while working with state-of-the-art equipment.

Requirements

A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence.
Comfort using technology and willingness to learn new equipment.
Flexibility and adaptability to meet changing priorities.
Ability to work independently during overnight hours.
Availability for Sunday–Thursday, 11:00 PM–7:00 AM.
High school diploma or equivalent.
2–3 years of recent experience operating front-end loaders.
Ability to learn and operate specialized municipal equipment (street sweepers, snow removal equipment).
Valid Wisconsin CDL (Class B or C with air brakes).
Ability to obtain a Tanker (N) endorsement within 12 months of hire.
Good driving record per City policy.
Possess the physical capacity to perform the duties of the position including, but not limited to, the ability to continuously stand, walk, bend, kneel, sit, climb, twist, stoop, crawl, stretch, squat, lift, reach, push, pull, enter and exit City truck and equipment, etc.
Possess the physical capacity to perform light to heavy manual labor for extended periods of time (physical requirements are dependent upon work assigned) including but not limited to, the duties generalized listed below:
Ability to withstand exposure to variable and unfavorable weather and working conditions including but not limited to temperature variations and extremes, odors, toxic agents, noise, vibrations, electrical current, vehicular traffic and/or dust.

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of equipment and machinery, including: Trucks and tandem vehicles, Large rubber-tired end loaders, Street sweepers, Snow blowers for front-end loaders, Dickey-John salt spreading systems, Refuse and recycling packers
Assist with snow removal operations, including applying salt and sand.
Perform routine manual labor related to equipment operation, construction, maintenance, and service activities.
Maintain accurate work records and compile related reports.
Work in various weather conditions, including temperature extremes, odors, noise, and dust.