Equipment Operator**

Los Angeles Department of Water and Power; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 89,956 - 109,947; Full time

Job summary

A municipal utility department in El Segundo seeks an Equipment Operator to manage various heavy machinery for construction and maintenance tasks. Responsibilities include operating tractors, cranes, and additional equipment while ensuring proper maintenance and repairs. The position requires two years of relevant experience and a California Class A or B license. The offered annual salary ranges from $97,008 to $103,084 depending on experience and role specifics.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time paid experience operating construction or road maintenance equipment.
• Completion of heavy equipment operation training courses may substitute up to six months of experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate various construction and maintenance equipment.
• Perform equipment repair and adjustments.
• Assist crew on job sites.

Skills

Operation of construction and maintenance equipment

Weed abatement

Soil compaction

Equipment repair and adjustment

Education

Valid California Class A or B driver’s license

California medical certificate approved by DMV

Tools

Track-type tractors

Backhoes

Hydro and rigid-boom cranes

Job description

Salary

Annual salary: $99,952 (flat‑rated). The Department of Water and Power offers a salary range of $97,008 to $103,084 for comparable positions, with higher pay for special equipment, night work, or noisy or hazardous work environments.

Duties

An Equipment Operator operates track‑type tractors, motor graders, rollers, scrapers, backhoes, track and wheel loaders, compactors, excavators, hydro and rigid‑boom cranes, grinders, trommel screens, compost turners, profilers, pavers, and other construction and maintenance equipment. Operations include weed abatement, composting, construction, sidewalk repair, access ramp installation, streetscape installation, road construction, sewer and storm drain construction, and water and power infrastructure maintenance. Responsibilities include compaction of soil and debris, equipment repair and adjustment, lubrication, and crew assistance on job sites.

Qualifications

• Valid California Class A or B driver’s license and a California medical certificate approved by the DMV.
• Two years of full‑time paid experience operating construction or road maintenance equipment; or two years of full‑time paid experience operating tractors or cranes.
• Completion of one of the following courses qualifies for up to six months of experience substitution:
  • Heavy Equipment Operations and Maintenance course given by Los Angeles Trade Technical College.
  • Heavy Duty Equipment Operator training course given by LAUSD.
  • Equipment Operator training course given by the City of Los Angeles Public Works Bureau of Street Services or Bureau of Sanitation.
  • National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) Mobile Crane Operator training course with the City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.

Application Process

Applications must be received by Thursday, May 28, 2020. Applicants who lack the required experience may file for the examination; they will not be appointed until the full experience requirement is met. Promotional applicants must have a regular appointment or be on a reserve list. Vehicles, VWE forms, and training certificates must be attached at the time of filing. The application deadline and process follow Civil Service Rules 4.2, 5.31, and 5.31(b).

Selection Process

The examination consists of a qualifying multiple‑choice test (online) and a weighted performance test. The qualifying test evaluates judgment, decision making, interpersonal skills, safety focus, and equipment operation knowledge. The performance test evaluates equipment operation and safety focus. The final score is based solely on the performance test. A final average score of 70% on the performance test is required for placement on the eligible list. The selection process follows Civil Service Rule 4.2 and Procedure 1010(b).

EEO Statement

Equal employment opportunity is a fundamental principle of the City of Los Angeles and the Department of Water and Power. The City is an affirmative action employer and encourages all qualified applicants for employment, irrespective of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, ancestry, or veteran status. Applicants who need reasonable accommodation for a disability must submit a Disability Accommodation Form within 14 days of submitting the City application. The City of Los Angeles provides reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access for individuals with disabilities. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.