Lead Heavy Equipment Operator — Street & Utility

Personnel Board of Jefferson County; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 25,278 - 50,254; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Paid holidays, sick and vacation leave

Job summary

A public service agency in Birmingham, Alabama, is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators responsible for operating various street maintenance and utility equipment. Applicants should have a Class B commercial driver’s license and experience with heavy equipment. The role includes ensuring safe operations, communicating with the public and team members, and performing maintenance on equipment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered. The job has a target close date of 04/03/2026.

Qualifications

• Must have a Class B commercial driver’s license.
• Experience working in or around heavy equipment is required.
• Knowledge of safety standards for heavy equipment operation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for maintenance projects.
• Prepare roads and sewer lines using heavy equipment.
• Assign and review work tasks for staff.
• Perform preventative maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Promote safe work practices at all times.

Skills

Class B commercial driver’s license

Experience with heavy equipment

Safety standards knowledge

Job description

A public service agency in Birmingham, Alabama, is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators responsible for operating various street maintenance and utility equipment. Applicants should have a Class B commercial driver’s license and experience with heavy equipment. The role includes ensuring safe operations, communicating with the public and team members, and performing maintenance on equipment. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered. The job has a target close date of 04/03/2026.