CDL Heavy Equipment Operator II

City of Augusta; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

HRA option

Medical buyout up to $5870 yearly

Clothing allowance $527

Boots reimbursement up to $400

MainePERS pension

Paid vacation and sick leave

13 paid holidays

FSAs for medical and dependent care

Life insurance

Short-term disability

457(b) deferred compensation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The City of Augusta's Public Works Department is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator II to support road construction, maintenance, and winter operations. This role operates a range of heavy equipment and Class B trucks, with potential onsite leadership in the foreman's absence, ensuring safe and efficient project completion.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a Maine CDL Class B or higher, and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• A valid State of Maine CDL Class B or higher license is required.
• Minimum of one year of experience operating heavy equipment listed in the job description.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and Class B trucks for road construction, maintenance, paving, excavation, grading, and material handling.
• Contribute to winter operations, including plowing, sanding, and snow/ice removal.
• Support activities at the solid waste facility and operate equipment like graders, excavators, loaders, bulldozers, and landfill compactors.
• Provide onsite leadership to help maintain productivity when a foreman is unavailable.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL Class B license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1392728 Bring your heavy equipment operating skills to the City of Augstas [Public Works Department](https://www.augustamaine.gov/public-works) as a **Heavy Equipment Operator II**! Support the construction, maintenance, and winter operations that keep the Citys roads, facilities, and infrastructure safe and functional. This hands-on role operates a wide range of heavy equipment and Class B trucks for road construction and repair, paving, excavation, grading, material handling, ditching, culvert installation, and other public works projects. The position also plays a key role in winter operations, including plowing, sanding, and snow and ice removal, as well as supporting activities at the solid waste facility. With responsibility for operating specialized equipment such as graders, excavators, loaders, bulldozers, landfill compactors, and other machinery, this role is ideal for an experienced operator who takes pride in safe, efficient work and can work independently with minimal supervision. The position may also provide onsite leadership to help maintain productivity when a foreman is unavailable. A complete job description is available on the City of Augstas website . **Requirements** High School diploma or equivalent required. **A valid State of Maine CDL Class B or higher motor vehicle operators license is required**. Requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience operating heavy equipment outlined in the job description. Any equivalent combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. All employees in positions requiring a CDL must participate in the Citys drug and alcohol testing program as required by FMCSA rules. **Hours** Normal hours are Monday through Friday, 6:30 am 2:30 pm. Non-standard work hours and overtime are required during the winter months and at other times as necessary to support Public Works operations. **Compensation & Benefits** This non-exempt position is classified within Band 2 of the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) wage scale. The anticipated hiring range is $28.02 to $37.76 per hour. The actual rate of pay within this range will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and available budget. Employees are eligible for annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) as well as potential merit-based step increases. Employees have a choice between two excellent health insurance plans. Depending on the plan selected, a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) is available to help offset deductible, or deductible and coinsurance, costs. Employees who are covered under a qualifying alternative health plan may be eligible for a medical buyout of up to $5,870 annually. Employees receive an annual $527 cash allowance to purchase and maintain work clothing. Employees are also eligible for annual reimbursement of up to $400 for approved safety work boots. Retirement benefits include mandatory enrollment in the MainePERS Plan AC, a defined benefit pension plan. Please note that employees in this plan do not contribute to Social Security. Employees also earn paid vacation and sick leave, receive 13 paid holidays per year, and have access to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for medical and dependent care expenses. Additional benefits include life insurance, short-term disability coverage, an optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, and more.

\~*The City of Augusta is an Equal Opportunity Employer*\~