Equipment Operator


Job Details

Application Closing Date: April 10, 2024 or until filled

Benefits:

  • 457 Retirement plan, employer match up to 6%
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 15 paid holidays (including 1 floating holiday)
  • Employer pays employee share of CO FAMLI contributions

Come work for the City of Leadville for our Streets Department! The City of Leadville is seeking a Streets Worker. This position will require a current Colorado Class B CDL. The city is willing to train applicants without a CDL. Applicants with a Colorado Class A or B CDL are eligible for a $1,000 signing bonus after six full months of continued employment. Tanker endorsement is a plus.

Description of responsibilities:
  • Individuals in this position are responsible for performing the duties of the Streets Department, including:
    • Pavement maintenance,
    • Street & sidewalk construction,
    • Alleys,
    • Bridges,
    • Rights-of-way,
    • Snow & ice removal,
    • Drainage facilities including ditches,
    • Street signage and
    • Specific infrastructure relating to the City of Leadville
  • Operate any given piece of Streets equipment, as directed by the supervisor
  • No supervisory responsibilities
Required Experience/ Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D
  • Minimum two (2) years experience in street maintenance or related heavy equipment field
  • Ability to meet requirements for CDL holders with respect to the Citys Drug & Alcohol Policy for Safety-Sensitive positions under FMCSA Guidelines
  • Must be able to work five 8 hour shifts, Mon-Fri, with possibility of being called in after hours for emergencies and/or snow plowing & removal
  • Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and valid medical examiners card
Required skills:
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the general public
  • Ability to safely and properly operate both heavy and light equipment
  • Ability to work independently
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • Self-motivated
  • Ability to creatively problem solve
  • Ability to work on several projects and deadlines simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed

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 City of Leadville

 04/22/2024

 Leadville,CO