Equipment Operator: Streets & Utilities Expert

City of Palmer; Alaska; On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Palmer is looking for an Equipment Operator to safely and efficiently operate heavy and light equipment for streets, sewer, water utilities, street lighting and airport facilities. Independent judgement is required in hazardous conditions, with on-call weekends as needed.

You will perform maintenance, repairs, and routine servicing while adhering to safety standards and city procedures, and work as part of the Public Works team to keep infrastructure functional.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current Alaska CDL Class A or B with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely with 3+ years experience.
• Ability to assess repair vs replacement costs and perform preventive maintenance.
• Ability to read electrical meters and understand basic electrical systems.
• OSHA safety requirements and SDS knowledge for safety-critical tasks.
• Team player with good attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (grader, backhoe, loader, dump trucks, etc.) for streets, drainage, airport facilities and utilities.
• Test or perform maintenance on water, sewer, and city facilities as required.
• Repair street lighting, load centers and traffic control equipment.
• Perform manual labor for city infrastructure maintenance.
• Conduct routine minor maintenance on equipment (grease, oil, tires, snowplows, etc.).
• On-call work on weekends and for emergencies as required.
• Other related duties as assigned by Public Works.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL Class A/B

OSHA safety awareness

On-call readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical voltage meters

Job description

The City of Palmer is looking for an Equipment Operator to safely and efficiently operate heavy and light equipment for streets, sewer, water utilities, street lighting and airport facilities. Independent judgement is required in hazardous conditions, with on-call weekends as needed.

You will perform maintenance, repairs, and routine servicing while adhering to safety standards and city procedures, and work as part of the Public Works team to keep infrastructure functional.