Equipment Operator - Civil Service List Creation - Public Works

Theuniversityunion; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Paid time off

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Yearly health screenings

Life Insurance

IPERS retirement

Job summary

The City of Ottumwa is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator for the Public Works Departments (Streets, Sewer, Traffic) who will operate a variety of construction and maintenance equipment and perform related semi-skilled tasks.

Responsibilities include snow equipment operation during weather events, potential overtime, and ensuring safe operation. Valid Class A CDL and at least one year of heavy equipment experience are required; candidates must obtain CDL if not held within six months.

Qualifications

• Possess and maintain valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• Must have one year of experience in heavy equipment operation
• If not currently held, must obtain within six months of employment

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of equipment in construction, operation, repair and maintenance of City infrastructure
• Perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks
• Operate snow equipment during weather events, with potential overtime on nights/weekends

Skills

CDL Class A

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

Class A CDL

Job description

• Location 105 EAST THIRD STREET,OTTUMWA, IA, 52501-2904,United States
• Base Pay $23.06 / Hour
• Job Category Public Works - 817
• Employee Type Non-Exempt

Description

The Equipment Operator is a full time position operating a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair and maintenance and replacement of City infrastructure. They will also be performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work.

The Equipment Operator in Public Works Departments (Streets, Sewer, Traffic) will also be required to operate snow equipment during weather events. This may require overtime on nights and weekends (as needed)

The successful candidate will possess the following:

Education/Training/Certifications

• Possess and maintain valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• If not currently held, must obtain within six months of employment (dependent on availability of training program)
• Must have one (1) year of experience in heavy equipment operation in the construction industry

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing specialized maintenance and construction equipment
• Knowledge of safe working practices, safety data sheets, air-monitoring equipment, and ability to detect potential hazards
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

The City of Ottumwa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with applicable state and federal law, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the City.

Requirements

OTTUMWA CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION

ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS FOR ESTABLISHMENT OF ELIGIBILITY LISTAPPLICATION DEADLINE: 12:59 P.M. Friday, September 25, 2026APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR TESTING

Summary

The City of Ottumwa offers a fantastic benefits package.

• 11 paid holidays
• Paid-time off (accrual begins immediately)
• Health Insurance (Including Medical, Dental and Vision) - eligible the 1st of the month after hire
• Health and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts
• Yearly Free Health Screenings
• Life Insurance
• IPERS retirement - City contributes 9.44%