CDL Equipment Operator: Roadway & Truck Work

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life balance

Growth opportunities

Low-cost healthcare

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Maricopa County is hiring an Equipment Operator within the Department of Transportation to drive and control light- to heavy-equipment used in road, bridge, and right-of-way construction and maintenance. The role emphasizes safety, daily reporting, and routine vehicle maintenance.

The position requires CDL with tanker endorsement, one year of equipment operation experience, and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• One year of experience operating trucks and equipment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• A valid Arizona Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a tanker endorsement.
• Two or more years of transportation construction or roadway maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of trucks and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures
• Haul materials and transport vehicles and equipment to job sites using various trucks
• Perform manual labor assignments as needed
• Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance work on trucks and equipment; identify and report mechanical problems requiring additional repair
• Complete required daily logs and prepare reports; attend safety meetings
• Complete daily written reports and enter information into the Cartegraph asset management system
• Perform traffic control activities as needed; report safety hazards and traffic problems
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Equipment operation

Truck operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cartegraph

CDL tanker endorsement

Job description

Maricopa County is hiring an Equipment Operator within the Department of Transportation to drive and control light- to heavy-equipment used in road, bridge, and right-of-way construction and maintenance. The role emphasizes safety, daily reporting, and routine vehicle maintenance.

The position requires CDL with tanker endorsement, one year of equipment operation experience, and a high school diploma or GED.