Equipment Operator IV

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public infrastructure is seeking a skilled Construction Equipment Operator IV. This role involves operating heavy machinery like excavators and loaders, ensuring safe and efficient operations while contributing to essential wastewater management projects. You will play a key part in maintaining the quality of life in Denver by delivering effective public services. The position offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a supportive work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. If you have a passion for machinery and public service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Guaranteed life-long monthly pension

457B Retirement Plan

140 hours of PTO

11 paid holidays

Competitive medical, dental and vision plans

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience operating medium sized specialized equipment.
• Must have 1 year experience with large complex industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate large specialized industrial equipment for construction tasks.
• Perform manual labor and assist in equipment maintenance.

Skills

Operating heavy machinery

Construction background

Leadership skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excavators

Loaders

Skid steers

Backhoes

Power shovels

Job description

About Our Job

We are offering a hiring bonus of $5,000 to new employees hired from this recruitment. The details of the bonus will be discussed at interview and/or offer.

Note: The hiring bonus will not be applicable to City and County of Denver employees who are currently employed with the city or who have been separated from the city for fewer than 6 months.

Who We Are

Denver’s Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure and services, including transportation planning, design and construction; major projects, maintenance of streets, bridges and storm and sanitary sewers; residential trash, recycling and compost collection; and oversight and regulation of use of the public right-of-way including on-street parking. We employ a culture of safety throughout the department to strengthen workplace health and organizational performance.

For more information, please visit www.denvergov.org/DOTI.

Wastewater Management oversees all aspects of wastewater functions, including the construction, operation, and maintenance of the City’s sanitary and storm systems. The agency implements city wastewater policies, establishes cost controls and fees used to support operational requirements and capital improvements projects, and responds to customer inquiries.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $30.00-$33.00. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service.
• 457B Retirement Plan.
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year.
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date.

Location

In this position you can expect to work on site at various locations, 5 days per week. The hours for this position are typically Monday-Friday 6:30am-3:00pm.

What You’ll Do

The Wastewater Management division has an opening for a Construction Equipment Operator IV - Excavator.

Job duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operates large, complex specialized industrial equipment while controlling both the speed and direction of the vehicle and operations of the working attachments and adjusts level and angle of attachments in accordance with the nature of the work while regularly performing skilled work in construction, earthmoving, and/or other work-related duties.
• Identifies equipment needs for each assigned project and ensures the safe and efficient operation of equipment and a variety of work-related tools.
• Inspects vehicle for loose parts, damaged or worn tires, proper air pressure in tires, and other items affecting its safe operation and completes a pre/post trip inspection as defined by federal guidelines.
• Observes on-board instruments while operating equipment and takes routine corrective action if malfunctions are indicated.
• Performs manual labor in construction, maintenance, and/or other work-related duties when not driving equipment to or operating it at the work site.
• Assists in preventative maintenance of equipment by washing and servicing vehicles with water, oil, and fuel, performs basic maintenance, and makes minor running repairs.
• Keeps trip records and logs, reports defects in the vehicle’s operations, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicle.
• Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner and provides information within the area of assignment.
• Participates in snow removal duties.
• Provides training to less experienced employees.
• May be required to be on-call to address emergent needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other City agencies to support core functions of the City during a City-wide emergency declared by the Mayor.
• Please note this is not a truck driving position; you will be operating heavy machinery such as excavators, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, and power shovels.

What You’ll Bring

We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You'll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• Experience operating heavy machinery such as excavators, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, power shovels, and other earthmoving equipment.
• A construction background operating equipment and hand tools.
• Leadership skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• Experience Requirement: Four (4) years of experience operating medium sized, specialized equipment which must include one (1) year of experience operating large complex specialized industrial equipment.
• Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements.
• License/Certifications: This job requires driving. Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") with appropriate endorsements at the time of application.
• Requires a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL “A”) within six months of hire.
• Requires a CDL Tanker Endorsement within 6 months of hire.
• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis. Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CJ1996 Equipment Operator IV

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Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$27.24 - $42.22

Starting Pay

$30.00-$33.00 based on experience

Agency

Dept of Transportation & Infrastructure

Assessment Requirement

Performance Test

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