Lead Equipment Operator Stormwater

City of Loveland; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Growth opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

City of Loveland is seeking a Lead Equipment Operator for Stormwater Maintenance to plan, supervise, and execute tasks ensuring safety and efficiency. You will manage materials, equipment, and crews, and collaborate with engineers and residents to deliver reliable stormwater services.

The role requires operating heavy machinery, 24/7 on-call availability, and willingness to work snow operations and emergencies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• 5 years of experience operating heavy or specialized construction equipment.
• 1 year of lead worker experience in stormwater, water/wastewater, or roadway construction is strongly desired.
• Welding or mechanical experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute assigned tasks and projects, including materials, equipment, and crews; ensure site safety and productivity.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders, including residents and businesses.
• Maintain and repair stormwater infrastructure and related assets such as sewers, basins, channels, and BMPs.
• Operate heavy and specialized equipment and train others.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Lead supervision

Safety compliance

On-call availability

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Equipment maintenance

Job description

Responsible for the planning, preparation, materials, equipment, and labor required to complete assigned tasks and projects, including field supervision and safety of crew members assigned to the task or project. Must be able to occasionally work odd hours, weekends, holidays, and overtime, particularly during snow season and during flooding events. Must serve as the on-call 24/7 responder on a rotating basis with other Storwmwater equipment operators (for after hours, weekend, and holiday emergency duty). Flexibility and ability to reach the Public Works Administration Building within 30 minutes during adverse weather is required.

The salary range for this position is $31.23- $43.72 per hour with a hiring range of $31.23 - $37.48, depending on qualifications and experience.

This opportunity will be available to applicants until Monday, 11.16.26 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.

A current resume and a cover letter are required.

The Lead Equipment Operator for Stormwater Maintenance will operate with a commitment to the One City, One Team approach, positively collaborate with team members and residents, and show a dedication to excellent service with courtesy and kindness!

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of:

• Accountability & Integrity
• Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust
• Collaboration, Innovation
• Safety
• Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness.

Our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance. Please view our video Working at Loveland to learn more about our exceptional Loveland community and the benefits of working for the City.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for the planning, preparation, and execution of assigned tasks and projects. Includes addressing technical specifications, determining material, equipment need, utility locates, traffic control, purchasing materials, ensuring crews productivity and site safety,
• Collaborate with engineers as well as internal and external stakeholders that include residents and businesses.
• Responsible for the cleaning, maintenance, and minor repairs of stormwater and related infrastructure, including storm sewers, inlets/catch basins, manholes, channels, swales, permanent stormwater quality treatment measures (best management practices/BMPs).
• Operate heavy and specialized equipment as well as train others.
• Apply sound decision-making aligned with leadership direction, delivering insights and recommendations to support effective outcomes.

Other Job Functions:

• Responsible for taking a lead role as directed during snow removal and winter deicing/anti-icing operations.
• Respond to emergency situations such as flooding, adverse weather events, non-hazardous waste spills, removal of street hazards, etc.
• Participate in annual flood response and snow removal training.
• Recognize and report abnormally operating equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on assigned vehicles and construction equipment.
• Coordinate with Public Works Fleet Maintenance staff for non-routine and more significant maintenance needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School graduate or GED required.

Experience:

• 5 years' experience operating heavy or specialized construction equipment. required.
• 1 year experience as a lead worker in stormwater, water/wastewater, or roadway construction, maintenance, and repair is strongly desired.
• Welding and/or mechanical experience is highly desirable.

Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Class B commercial drivers license (CDL) with air brake and tanker endorsement. Class A CDL with air brake and tanker endorsement is preferred.
• Must possess confined space entry training and/or certification or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire date.
• Must possess a Traffic Control Supervisor and flagging certification or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire date.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the equipment, materials, and techniques used in typical stormwater infrastructure inspection, maintenance, construction, and cleaning; pipe jetting; street sweeping; and snow and ice control.
• Strong skill in the operation of light and heavy/specialized construction equipment. Must effectively train others on how to use this equipment.
• Accurate record keeping skills
• Proficient computer and software skills.
• Must serve as the on-call 24/7 responder on a rotating basis with other Storwmwater equipment operators (for after hours, weekend, and holiday emergency duty). Must be available to provide direction to on-call staff during the Stormwater Maintenance Crew Supervisor's absence.
• Must lead by example, adhering to safety policies, procedures, quality of work and efficiency.