CDL-Ready Street Maintenance Equipment Operator

City of Fort Smith; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fort Smith seeks a Street Maintenance worker to operate equipment, maintain city streets, and perform related duties on a Monday–Friday schedule. The role involves driving, patching potholes, and maintaining drainage systems, with CDL requirements and on-the-job training for higher EO levels.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license; progress through EO levels with CDL upgrades and experience in heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license; CDL requirements as specified for EO levels.
• On-the-job training for transitioning to higher EO levels.
• May be required to operate various pieces of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment as assigned.
• Patch potholes as needed.
• Pour and finish concrete; cement experience a plus.
• Keep drains clear by removing debris from streets and ditches.
• Salt and sand streets during snow and ice.
• Inspect and clean drainage inlets and junction boxes.
• Regular attendance and timeliness required.

Skills

Equipment operation

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Class B CDL w/air brake endorsement

Class A CDL w/air brake endorsement (within 9 months)

Tools

Crack sealer

Patch truck

Dump truck

Loader

Backhoe/Excavator

Job description

City of Fort Smith seeks a Street Maintenance worker to operate equipment, maintain city streets, and perform related duties on a Monday–Friday schedule. The role involves driving, patching potholes, and maintaining drainage systems, with CDL requirements and on-the-job training for higher EO levels.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license; progress through EO levels with CDL upgrades and experience in heavy equipment.