Public Work Operator (Streets)

City of Cortez, CO•Cortez, CO

2d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Cortez is hiring an Operator (Streets) to support essential public works services across Cortez. This entry-level, full-time onsite role helps keep community infrastructure safe, functional, and ready for daily use. Key responsibilities include routine, semi-skilled work supporting construction, maintenance, and repair activities for streets and related public works systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Good physical condition and ability to perform manual tasks for extended periods
Ability to learn operation and basic maintenance of hand construction equipment
Ability to learn operation of single-axle trucks and equipment such as an air compressor, boring machine, tapping machine, and backhoe
Valid Colorado driver’s license
Ability to obtain a CDL within three months
Availability to be on call for emergencies

Responsibilities

Support essential public works services across Cortez.
Perform routine, semi-skilled work supporting construction, maintenance, and repair activities for streets and related public works systems.
Keep community infrastructure safe, functional, and ready for daily use.
Operate and perform basic maintenance of hand construction equipment.
Operate single-axle trucks and equipment such as an air compressor, boring machine, tapping machine, and backhoe.
Coordinate around traffic and weather.
Keep an eye on safety as conditions change.
Respond to urgent situations.
Be on call for emergencies.