Heavy Equipment Operator & Road Maintenance Driver

Montezuma County; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government agency in Cortez, Colorado, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator responsible for operating various heavy machinery and performing road maintenance activities. The ideal candidate will have experience with heavy construction work and hold a Class A CDL driver’s license. Responsibilities include grading roads, snow removal, and public engagement. The position may require weekend work and involves physical demands associated with equipment operation and road repair.

Qualifications

• Must be able to safely operate heavy equipment, including belly dumps and dump trucks.
• Experience with road maintenance tasks such as grading and snow removal.
• Ability to make decisions and tackle assigned tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for road maintenance.
• Handle snow removal and gravel delivery.
• Trim trees and install signage as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Punctuality

Ability to follow directions

Public interaction

Education

Experience with heavy construction work

Class A CDL driver’s license

Job description

A regional government agency in Cortez, Colorado, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator responsible for operating various heavy machinery and performing road maintenance activities. The ideal candidate will have experience with heavy construction work and hold a Class A CDL driver’s license. Responsibilities include grading roads, snow removal, and public engagement. The position may require weekend work and involves physical demands associated with equipment operation and road repair.