Public Works Operator I

West Valley City•West Valley City, UT

17h•$51,819 - $71,251

About The Position

Work as a crew member operating City vehicles and equipment and performing maintenance and repair tasks on City infrastructure, including roadways, sidewalks, and rights of way, in all types of weather. The role may occasionally act as lead worker on small crews. The position requires a Utah Class A or B CDL without air brake restrictions. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with some weekends and after-hours work during snow season. Snow assignments include a 12-hour AM or PM shift. Employees placed on standby must be able to report within 30 minutes of a callout and respond to emergency after-hours callouts when assigned. The salary range is $51,819–$71,251, depending on qualifications. The posting may close any time after November 3, 2026.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of equipment operating experience or three years of related construction-field experience in road construction or concrete finish work.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Valid Utah driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
Valid Utah Class A or B Commercial Driver License without air brake restrictions.
Obtain Loader Level 1 Utah certification within six months.
General knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used for infrastructure maintenance and repair.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively with others.
Ability to work long hours in stressful weather conditions and accept callout responsibility.
Ability to make sound decisions about the best use of City resources during callouts.
Ability to react productively to change, perform other assigned tasks, and work independently.

Responsibilities

Operate light-duty and heavy-duty trucks, including vehicles exceeding 26,000 lbs. GVW.
Operate City equipment, including mud jacker, snowplow, loader, forklift, dump truck, mower, chipper, roller, crack sealer, tar pot, and street sweeper.
Perform routine equipment maintenance and safety inspections.
Obtain City certifications for loader, forklift, mower, chipper, roller, crack sealer, tar pot, and street sweeper within two years of employment.
Complete daily work reports tracking labor, equipment, and materials used on specific tasks.
Participate in crew meetings and decision-making.
Take assigned 12-hour snowplow shifts and respond to assigned standby and emergency after-hours callouts.
Flag traffic and erect and dismantle barricades, signs, and cones.
Know and follow blue-staking requirements.
Follow department safety policies and procedures, identify potential safety problems, and take action to correct them.
Occasionally act as lead worker on small crews that include maintenance workers or seasonal employees.
Track daily work accomplished, including labor hours, equipment, and materials used for each task.
Perform other duties as assigned.