CDL Highway Maintenance Technician II

Yuma County; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Yuma County is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to perform operations of various heavy trucks and equipment in road construction and maintenance projects. The role involves assisting with roadway repairs, traffic control in work zones, and routine maintenance, with on‑call duties in a 24‑7 rotation.

Applicants must have an AZ Class A CDL, a high school diploma or GED, and at least two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND two years of construction, maintenance, trades, or heavy equipment experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess and maintain an Arizona Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) for operation of combination vehicles with manual transmissions.
• Background check and pre-employment drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy trucks and equipment with manual transmissions on road construction and maintenance projects.
• Performs manual labor tasks; assists with construction and repairs of roadways, culverts, guardrails, and building fixtures.
• Identifies and reports mechanical problems; conducts daily logs and reports; maintains traffic in work zones.

Skills

Pre/post oper. checks

Equipment operation

Traffic control

Follow instructions

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Plumbing tools

Carpentry tools

Masonry tools

Electrical tools

Metalwork tools

Job description

Yuma County is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to perform operations of various heavy trucks and equipment in road construction and maintenance projects. The role involves assisting with roadway repairs, traffic control in work zones, and routine maintenance, with on‑call duties in a 24‑7 rotation.

Applicants must have an AZ Class A CDL, a high school diploma or GED, and at least two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.