Equipment Operator I - Pavement Operations

City of Colorado Springs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Colorado Springs is seeking multiple Equipment Operator I's for Pavement Operations. This role involves operating heavy machinery, performing maintenance tasks, and engaging in manual labor for the Public Works Department. A strong commitment to safety and equipment knowledge is essential. Great benefits include paid time off and health insurance.

Benefits

Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, and Holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

PERA Retirement

Employee Medical Clinic and Pharmacy

Wellness Programs and Fitness Classes

Qualifications

• One year of professional experience in general construction or manual labor.
• Valid, non-probationary Colorado driver’s license required.
• CDL Class B driver’s license needed within a year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate dump trucks and heavy machinery for pavement operations.
• Perform manual labor such as snow shoveling and raking dirt.
• Maintain and service equipment and tools.

Skills

Knowledge of basic operation and maintenance of power-driven equipment

Knowledge of practices and methods used in general construction

Ability to perform manual tasks for extended periods

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Single/tandem axle dump truck

Compact construction equipment

Hand and power tools

Job description

Equipment Operator I - Pavement Operations

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Salary

$21.78 - $26.14 Hourly

Location

Public Works - City of Colorado Springs, CO

Job Type

Classified - Full Time

Job Number

16250

Division

Public Works

Department

Public Works Operations Maint.

Opening Date

05/29/2025

Closing Date

6/13/2025 4:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description / Position Overview

Equipment Operator I - Pavement Operations

The Colorado Springs Public Works division is ready to welcome multiple Equipment Operator I's to their dynamic team! As an Equipment Operator you will perform semi-skilled maintenance tasks for the City's Public Works Department.

This posting will fill multiple vacancies.

Variety Of Benefits Offered

• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, and Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• PERA Retirement
• Employee Medical Clinic and Pharmacy
• Wellness Programs, Fitness Classes and Gym Discounts
• Medical Management Programs
• Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Long Term Care
• HRA and Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
• Read more about our many benefits at: https://coloradosprings.gov/totalrewards
  
  

Work Location: 402 W Fontanero St, Colorado Springs, CO 80907

Anticipated Schedule: 6:30AM - 5:00PM. Either Monday -Thursday or Tuesday- Friday depending on crew assignment after hire.

Job Type: Full-time; non-exempt

Hiring Range: $21.78 - $26.14

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Your starting pay will be within the posted hiring range based on your years of experience and education. As an employee with the City of Colorado Springs, there is room to grow! Click this link to view the salary range for this position: 2025 Salary Schedule (Download PDF reader)

As an Equipment Operator I for the Pavement Operations team, you will:

• As Operate a single/tandem axle dump truck with plow and sander during snow removal operations
• Transport material and equipment to and from maintenance and construction sites
• Safely use, clean, service, and make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment and tools
• Perform manual labor such as raking/shoveling dirt and asphalt, removing debris, and shoveling snow
• Safely operate hand and power tools and construction and maintenance equipment such as compactors, front-end loaders, walk behind saws and jack hammers
• Perform grounds maintenance and clean up
• Assist other divisions within the Public Works departments as business needs permit
• Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page
  
  

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Demonstrate

• Knowledge of the basic operation and maintenance requirements of power-driven equipment
• Knowledge of practices, methods, and materials used in general construction
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices
• Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED)
• One year of professional, full-time experience in general construction, manual labor or another relevant field
• Possess and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restrictions
• Possess, or obtain within one year of hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado CDL Class B driver's license which is not subject to restrictions
  
  

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST REGISTER YOUR CDL (COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE) WITH THE FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse at https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov.

Substitutions: We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.

We encourage all to apply!

Additional Information

Please contact Jamie Garcia at [e-mail] or 719-385-5171 for any questions about this position.

Physical Demands: The position requires the ability to pull, reach, bend, climb, kneel, sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and 25 pounds frequently, and use fingers, hands, and legs; distinguish colors, and safely operate assigned vehicle and equipment.

Environmental Conditions

Frequency

Primary Work Environment

Outdoors around moving vehicles and heavy machinery

Extreme Temperature

Daily

Wetness and Humidity

Daily

Respiratory Hazards

Daily exposure to toxic chemicals, dust, fumes, odors, and gases

Noise and Vibrations

Daily

Physical Hazards

Motorized equipment and heavy traffic daily

Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards

Continuous exposure

Exposure to Communicable Diseases

Frequently

The description above is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific job assignments, duties, and environmental conditions will vary depending on the business need of the department and the particular assignment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees’ unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Apply to Join Our Team

• Please visit the City of Colorado Springs Careers page and review our opportunities. Click on Apply button to complete an online application for any position of interest. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a Government Jobs user ID and password).
• Completing your application in full, including the entire work experience section, will assist Human Resources in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.
• Applicants may redact information from their resumes, certifications, transcripts, or any other additional application materials that identify the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
• We encourage candidates with out-of-state credentials to inquire about expedited processing of Colorado licensing with the Colorado Occupational Credential Portability Program. More information can be found at the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies Licensing Portability page
• Our Government Jobs application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes, you may submit another application prior to the position’s closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.
  
  

The City's job classifications, including physical demands and descriptions, can be found on the Colorado Springs Class Specifications page

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Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding!

Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' Total Rewards Site for additional benefits information.

The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

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What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than high school
• High School diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or above
  
  

02

How many years of professional, full-time experience in general construction, manual labor or another relevant field do you possess?

• Less than one year
• One or more years
• Two or more years
• Three or more years
• Four or more years
• Five or more years
• Six or more years
• Seven or more years
• Eight or more years
• Nine or more years
• Ten or more years
  
  

03

Do you possess a valid, or willing to obtain, and maintain upon hire, a non-probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Do you possess, or are you willing to obtain within 12-months of hire, a valid, non-probationary Colorado Class B CDL (Commercial Driver's License) not subject to restrictions? (NOTE: CURRENT CDLs MUST BE REGISTERED WITH THE FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) DRUG AND ALCOHOL CLEARINGHOUSE AT https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov.)]

• Yes, I possess a valid, non-probationary Colorado Class A CDL
• Yes, I possess a valid, non-probationary Colorado Class B CDL
• Yes, I possess a valid, non-probationary Class A CDL, but it's out of state
• Yes, I possess a valid, non-probationary Class B CDL, but it's out of state
• I possess a CDL Permit
• No, I do not possess a valid, non-probationary Colorado Class B CDL, but I am willing to obtain within (12) months of hire
• No, I do not possess a and I am not willing to obtain, a valid, non-probationary Colorado Class B CDL
  
  

05

If yes, please specify your CDL (Commercial Driver's License) license number, state of issuance, and endorsements (if applicable). If none apply, please enter "n/a".

06

Please indicate which of the following you have experience with. Check all that apply:

• Road maintenance
• Equipment Operation - examples: forklift, excavator, motor grader, dozer, front end loader, backhoe, semi-tractor trailer, skid steer etc.
• Irrigation
• Grounds/property maintenance
• Basic operation and maintenance requirements of power-driven equipment
• Concrete work
• Commercial Driver's License
• Skilled Trades - examples: electrician, plumbing, HVAC, etc.
• Snow removal procedures
• Raking/shoveling dirt and asphalt, removing debris, and shoveling snow
• Knowledge of practices, methods, and materials used in general construction
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices
• Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods
  
  

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Please explain, in written detail, your experience including your role and where you gained your experience.

Required Question

Employer City of Colorado Springs

Address 30 South Nevada Avenue, Suite 301

Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903

Phone [phone]

Website http://www.coloradosprings.gov

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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