Operator I - DPW

City of Appleton; Appleton (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Appleton is currently accepting applications for a vacancy in Public Works. Applicants should have experience in equipment operation, refuse collection and snow plowing operations.

Work will include general labor in all areas of Public Works including construction, garbage collection, equipment operation, forestry, snow & ice control, and maintenance of utilities. Applicants must have the ability to deal effectively with the public.

Qualifications

• Experience operating equipment and performing labor tasks in Public Works.
• Valid Wisconsin Class A CDL with N endorsement.
• Ability to read street maps and directions.
• Ability to work under limited supervision.
• Ability to respond to emergency operations.
• Ability to properly barricade work sites per TTC/MUTCD standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public.

Responsibilities

• Drive refuse trucks on designated routes and dispose of collected refuse.
• Perform minor equipment maintenance, cleaning, and repair.
• Operate city vehicles including Vac All, dump trucks, loaders, etc.
• Plow and haul snow; salt streets and sidewalks.
• Maintain regular attendance and work overtime as required.
• Assist with asphalt paving and street maintenance.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Heavy equipment

GIS & MS Office

Reading maps

Record keeping

Public interaction

Safety procedures

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posting number: 2026-149

Department: Public Works

Job classification: Operator I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works, Miscellaneous, Construction Trades

Summary

Come join the City of Appleton and thrive! Here at the City, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a forward-thinking, positive environment alongside other caring team members. You’ll be challenged by rewarding work that impacts the lives of community members each day. You’ll expand your skills and knowledge through training and growth opportunities. You’ll be respected and appreciated for sharing your ideas and bringing your authentic self to your work. And you can celebrate your successes with your loved ones because of the great flexible work arrangements the City offers. Come join our team—you belong here!

The City of Appleton is currently accepting applications for a vacancy in Public Works. Applicants should have experience in equipment operation, refuse collection and snow plowing operations. Work will include general labor in all areas of Public Works including construction, garbage collection, equipment operation, forestry, snow & ice control, and maintenance of utilities. Applicants must have the ability to deal effectively with the public.

Examples of duties

Essential Job Functions

• Drives refuse trucks on designated refuse collection routes and disposes of collected refuse.
• Performs minor equipment maintenance, cleaning, and repair.
• Assembles and delivers containers.
• Grinds brush and yard waste material.
• Hauls gravel, leaves, snow sand, etc. to and from work site or designated area.
• Maintains regular punctual and predictable attendance, works other shifts, overtime and extra hours as required.

Other Job Functions

• Drives a variety of City vehicles including Vac All, all classes of dump trucks, holder, loaders, skidster, patch machines, crack filler, router, compressor, rollers, flushers, snow plows with wing and performs associated work tasks.
• Plows and hauls snow.
• Salts streets and sidewalks.
• Performs street patching and repairing.
• Assists with asphalt paving, concrete repair, and other street maintenance & construction
• Performs miscellaneous painting, sand blasting and other maintenance tasks.
• Performs any and all duties of Laborer and Operator I & II.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the precautions necessary to work safely in and around vehicular traffic.
• Knowledge of the operation of vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Knowledge in the types and uses of common hand tools.
• Skill in the operation of computer equipment, including GIS and Microsoft applications.
• Ability to read and understand street maps and directions.
• Ability to perform minor equipment repairs.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions.
• Ability to work and make decisions under limited supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public, and to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Ability to withstand a variety of temperatures.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Ability to maintain and prepare accurate records and reports.
• Ability to properly barricade work sites in accordance with the City of Appleton Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Manual and the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) standards.
• Ability to wear a respirator
• Ability to perform tasks, which require frequent standing, climbing, reaching, squatting, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying.
• Required to respond for emergency operations.
• Possess and maintain a valid Wisconsin Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the N endorsement.

Supplemental information

Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Technical Skills
• Communication
• Positive Attitude

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