Heavy Equipment Operator

Paycom - ATS; New Carrollton (MD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New Carrollton is seeking a dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator for its Public Works team in New Carrollton, MD. The role involves operating light to heavy equipment, performing inspections, and supporting streets, parks, trails, and infrastructure projects.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of heavy equipment experience, and the ability to work outdoors in various conditions. CDL Class B is required and safety training will be provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Two years of experience performing heavy manual labor in construction, maintenance, landscaping or Public Works.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather.
• Ability to safely operate and inspect heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work well in a crew.
• Proficiency in accessing, reading, composing, and replying to emails.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates a variety of equipment and vehicles including loaders, excavators, backhoes, dump trucks, and snow removal vehicles.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reports unsafe conditions.
• Assists with stump removal, trail clearing, site prep, excavation, grading, and material handling.
• Participates in playground, park, and landscaped area maintenance and development.
• Performs roadway and driveway maintenance such as pothole repair and patching.
• Loads, transports, and unloads materials and equipment as required.
• Engages in physically demanding tasks and assists with snow and ice operations as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL Class B

Public Works experience

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PC email literacy

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: City of New Carrollton Public Works - New Carrollton, MD, Salary Range: $22.40 - $27.98Hourly, Job Shift: Day,

The City of New Carrollton is seeking a motivated and dependable Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Public Works team. If you enjoy hands‑on work, working as part of a team, operating equipment, and seeing the results of your work throughout the community, we want to hear from you!

This is more than a job—it is an opportunity to build your skills, contribute to essential City services, and help keep New Carrollton safe, clean, accessible, and well‑maintained for residents, businesses, and visitors.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, operates a variety of light-, medium-, and heavy-duty equipment and vehicles in support of the City's construction, maintenance, landscaping, grounds, infrastructure, and snow and ice removal operations. Performs skilled and semi-skilled manual labor and works as a member of a Public Works crew to maintain City streets, facilities, parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, trails, rights-of-way, and other public infrastructure.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely operates a variety of light-, medium-, and heavy-duty equipment and vehicles, including but not limited to loaders, excavators, backhoes, compactors, dump trucks, commercial mowing equipment, snowplows, bulk collection vehicles, and other specialized equipment as assigned in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, manufacturer specifications, and established City policies and procedures.
• Conducts required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment and vehicles and promptly reports unsafe, defective, or mechanical conditions to the Crew Supervisor.
• Performs routine cleaning and basic care of assigned equipment and vehicles, including the removal of debris, mud, soil, and other materials.
• Assists crews with stump removal, trail clearing, site preparation, excavation, grading, material handling, and other construction and maintenance activities.
• Participates in the preparation, leveling, seeding, and maintenance of playgrounds, athletic fields, parks, and other landscaped areas.
• Performs and assists with roadway and driveway maintenance, including pothole and pavement repairs, patching, grading, and related activities.
• Loads, transports, and unloads materials, debris, equipment, and other supplies using assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Performs manual labor associated with Public Works operations, including lifting, digging, shoveling, raking, clearing, hauling, and other physically demanding tasks.
• Serves as an essential member of the City's snow and ice removal operations; operates snowplows, spreaders, and related equipment to clear and treat emergency routes, bridges, rights-of-way, parking lots, and other City facilities and public areas.
• Responds to emergency and weather-related conditions and performs assigned duties necessary to protect public safety and maintain essential City services.
• Maintains required certifications, licenses, and training and successfully completes annual safety training and examinations in accordance with MOSHA, OSHA, and other applicable safety requirements.
• May provide work direction, assign tasks to, and train employees, interns, temporary laborers, volunteers, or other personnel performing related work.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

All candidates considered for the position will be required to successfully pass a background investigation.

The City of New Carrollton is a Drug‑Free Workplace. Pre‑employment and random drug screenings are required to maintain a safe and drug‑free work environment.

The City of New Carrollton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

In accordance with the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA), theCity of New Carrollton does not require or request any applicant to take a lie detector test as a condition of employment. The use of lie detector tests is prohibited by federal law, except in limited circumstances as provided under the Act.

Qualifications: MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Two (2) years of experience performing heavy manual labor in construction,maintenance, landscaping, Public Works, or a closely related environment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors under varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely operate and perform routine inspections and basic care of heavy equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and work effectively as a member of a crew.
• Demonstrated ability to use a personal computer to access, read, compose, and respond to email communications.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B or higher.
• Must maintain a satisfactory driving record and remain insurable under the City's vehicle insurance requirements.
• May be required to obtain and maintain additional licenses or certifications based on assigned equipment and job responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.Performs light to heavy work. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling may be required of objects over 50 pounds.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.Work assignments are performed primarily outdoors, where the employee may be exposed to unusual elements, such as moving machinery, extreme hot or cold temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, debris, smoke, fumes, and loud noises.