Heavy Equipment Operator – Construction & Flood Control

Salt Lake County; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt Lake County is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform skilled and semi-skilled work in construction, maintenance, flood control, and solid waste operations. You will operate bulldozers, loaders, excavators, and trucks while following safety standards and coordinating with teams.

The role requires three years of related experience and a Utah Class B CDL, as well as a current UDOT medical card and potential certifications. Semi-skilled tasks and on-call duties may apply.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of closely related experience.
• Valid Class B CDL issued by the State of Utah at hire or within ninety (90) days; some positions may require Class A CDL within ninety (90) days.
• Current Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Medical Card at hire or within thirty (30) days.
• Forklift certifications within three (3) months of the hire date.
• Some positions may be required to obtain flagging certification within three (3) months of the hire date.
• Must receive a verified negative test result on a mandatory drug test before starting; will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of heavy equipment to perform division-specific duties.
• Performs journeyman-level maintenance, repair, and construction work.
• Uses hand tools and equipment safely, including picks, shovels, rakes, and chainsaws.
• Checks and services equipment; performs minor repairs and field tests.
• Follows OSHA/MUTCD safety requirements and standards.
• Trains new or less experienced operators in proper operation and care.
• Responds to emergency situations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Equipment maintenance

OSHA safety

Emergency response

Job description

Salt Lake County is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform skilled and semi-skilled work in construction, maintenance, flood control, and solid waste operations. You will operate bulldozers, loaders, excavators, and trucks while following safety standards and coordinating with teams.

The role requires three years of related experience and a Utah Class B CDL, as well as a current UDOT medical card and potential certifications. Semi-skilled tasks and on-call duties may apply.