Equipment Operator I

Douglas County; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County is seeking an Equipment Operator I to join their Department of Public Works. This full-time role involves operating heavy equipment for road maintenance and construction tasks. Candidates must possess a valid CDL Class B license and demonstrate competency in manual labor as well as equipment operation. With an excellent benefits package and opportunities for overtime, this position offers a dynamic work environment, particularly in adverse weather conditions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision

Qualifications

• Experience in highway maintenance or equipment operation preferred.
• Valid Colorado CDL Class B required.
• Flagger Certification and completion of required training necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate various heavy machinery and equipment for road maintenance.
• Perform manual labor tasks including pothole and concrete repairs.
• Respond to emergency situations and conduct snow/ice removal.

Skills

Snow and ice control

Street/highway maintenance

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy equipment

Basic hand tools

Job description

Equipment Operator I

Employment Type:0 - Full-time Regular
Pay Range:$52,197.00 - 78,295.00
Location:Parker, CO
Overtime Exempt:N
Elected Office / Department:DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

This is work responsible for operating and maintaining County vehicles, heavy equipment, and performing manual labor activities.CLICK HEREto see more of what we do!

Generally, the hiring range is $52,197-$65,246 annually. Qualifications, education and experience as it relates to the position will be taken into consideration when determining hiring salary. Opportunities for overtime may be available and sometimes required. Overtime is at 1.5 times the employee's hourly rate after 40 hours worked in a week.
This position requires a CDL (Commercial Drivers License) Class B at minimum, higher compensation is considered for a CDL Class A. If hired with a CDL Class B, employees are typically eligible for additional compensation after obtaining a CDL Class A.

Douglas County offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including but not limited to: Medical/Dental/Vision. For a more detailed overview please view the fullEmployee Benefit Guide.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)

• Operates equipment including pickups, single axle trucks, tandem axle trucks, tractor-trailers, rollers, water tankers, mowers, sweepers, loaders, backhoes, excavators, snowplows, sanders, motor graders, dozers, scrapers, paving equipment, milling machines, concrete mixers, mud jack pumps, curb machines, sprayers, and other construction and maintenance equipment.
• Performs a variety of road maintenance tasks involving the operation of the equipment stated above and manual labor tasks, including pothole repair, concrete repair, asphalt overlays, culvert repair and maintenance, bridge repair, shoulder maintenance, ditch maintenance, shoveling, raking, fence construction, tree trimming, etc.
• Responds to emergency situations including, but not limited to blizzards, fires, floods, and other disasters.
• Performs snow and ice removal, which includes the application of anti-icing and deicing materials.
• Assists with placement of traffic control signage and provides traffic flagging during construction activities.
• Performs daily inspection on equipment and vehicles used.
• Provides good customer service. Collaborates with Supervisors to respond to customer service requests. Required to model good customer service and adherence to the code of conduct.
• Helps ensure that all equipment is properly maintained. May perform equipment maintenance/fabrication.
• Performs manual labor using various hand tools or equipment, including shovels, picks, jackhammers, power saws, and other tools.
• Paints and sandblasts structures.
• Installs and repairs guardrail, fencing, snow fence, culverts, and other road structures.
• Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
• Transports heavy machinery and vehicles to and from job locations.
• Performs miscellaneous minor maintenance work on vehicles and equipment.
• Collects debris along County roads.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

INDEPENDENT JUDGMENT: Work is often performed independently and requires self-initiative and good judgment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under general supervision with defined tasks.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position does not directly supervise other employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• One year education or experience in highway maintenance or equipment operation is preferred.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge:

• Construction and realignment earthwork.
• Geography of the County’s Street and road system.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the performance of assigned duties.

Skills:

• Snow and ice control.
• Street/highway maintenance, repair and construction and work zone practices.
• Use and care of equipment used in the performance of job tasks.
• Maintain and construct drainage structures, native and gravel surface roads, paved roads, and roadway drainage systems.
• Measure distances accurately and lay out work precisely.
• Basic computer skills and ability to use software such as Microsoft Office products and email.

Abilities:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, safety rules and manuals, short correspondence, and memos and the ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions and deviate from those instructions if the conditions warrant.
• Apply problems solving skills in a variety of circumstances.
• Perform work in emergency situations.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision and make independent decisions.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess a valid State of Colorado Commercial Driver License Class B upon hire, with complying insurance. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment.
• Incumbent is expected to obtain a Commercial Driver License Class A to achieve career progression in this classification series.
• Incumbents in this position must meet the Department of Transportation physical exam and drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Must have a Flagger Certification.
• Must complete assigned training as required by the Department.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Physical Work Environment:Exposure to weather, noise, vibration, confined/restricted working environment, and platform for movement. Working in roadways or constructions zones.

Physical Demands: Ability to perform continuous strenuous physical labor for up to 10 hours a day. (May exceed 12 hours during times of snow removal or construction or emergency situations.) Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently. Climbing, balancing, stooping, standing, walking, walking on uneven terrain, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, fingering, and feeling.

Material and Equipment Directly Used: Office equipment, basic hand tools, power tools and small motorized equipment, and a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Closing Date: 6/27/2025 5:59PM MST. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a suitable candidate is selected.

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In the event of an emergency/disaster in or near the County, all County employees are expected to make every effort to be available to assist the County Manager, Elected/Appointed Officials and Department Directors to ensure the continued operation of any and all necessary County functions. This may mean being available to perform additional duties and hours beyond what is normally required. In the event that an exempt employee does work more than 40 hours a week in support of County operations during an emergency, such employee may receive overtime or other appropriate wage compensation in accordance with existing County policies or at the discretion of the County.