Light Equipment Operator

City of Craig•Craig, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Craig is looking for dependable, hardworking, and safety-focused individuals to join our Solid Waste Department as Light Equipment Operators. This is more than just a driving position; it's an opportunity to build a stable career serving the community while working alongside a dedicated public works team that helps keep Craig clean, safe, and operating smoothly year-round. Every route completed, every container serviced, and every street kept clean helps improve the quality of life for residents and businesses throughout our community. The City of Craig offers more than just a job, we offer the opportunity to build a meaningful career in a supportive, team-oriented environment where your work matters. City employees play an essential role in providing the services our community depends on every day while enjoying excellent benefits, competitive pay, and long-term stability. As a Light Equipment Operator in the Solid Waste Department, you will help support daily refuse collection and public works operations throughout the City of Craig. This position is responsible for safely operating refuse trucks and equipment, maintaining vehicles and containers, and helping provide reliable service to residential and commercial customers.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Must be at least 18 years old
Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
Ability to pass a DOT physical
CDL Class B license or ability to obtain within the first year of employment
Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen, background check, and driving record review
Subject to random drug/alcohol testing