Equipment Operator - Heavy Machinery, CDL Ready, On-Call

City of Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Columbia seeks a skilled equipment operator to operate medium and heavy motorized equipment in support of the City Utilities Department. Responsibilities include loading materials, maintaining tools, and delivering safe, efficient service to city projects.

Requires 1–3 years of heavy equipment experience, a high school diploma, and a CDL with endorsements within 6 months, plus DOT medical certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years’ experience in construction or operation of heavy equipment.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with division-specific endorsements within 6 months of hire.
• DOT medical certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate a wide variety of motorized equipment, including heavy construction equipment.
• Loads and hauls materials and supplies; maintains inventory and stocks vehicles.
• Performs skilled labor tasks following established procedures.
• Maintains safe work environment and equipment; adheres to safety standards.
• Documents work performed.
• Provides customer service; assists other departments as needed.
• Assists other departments as needed.
• Reads and follows written and oral directions.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Verbal & written communication

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL endorsements within 6 months of hire

DOT medical certification

Job description

The City of Columbia seeks a skilled equipment operator to operate medium and heavy motorized equipment in support of the City Utilities Department. Responsibilities include loading materials, maintaining tools, and delivering safe, efficient service to city projects.

Requires 1–3 years of heavy equipment experience, a high school diploma, and a CDL with endorsements within 6 months, plus DOT medical certification.