Operator I, Transportation Ops (Asphalt)

City of Fort Collins; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

FSA

EAP

Life insurance

Wellness program

Onsite health clinic

Career development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

The City of Fort Collins is seeking an Operator I for Transportation Operations (Asphalt). This full-time role supports asphalt street maintenance, operates heavy equipment, and drives various vehicles to keep roadways in good condition.

You will handle patching, traffic control, snow removal, and data entry, with opportunities to train others. Candidates must have a Class B CDL and meet safety and testing requirements.

Qualifications

• Read maps and blueprints.
• Operate and maintain heavy equipment.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Pass Post Offer Employment Physical Test.
• Basic math skills.
• Adhere to safety requirements and identify safety concerns.
• May require welding skills.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains equipment such as front-end loader, bulldozer, skid steer, dump truck, backhoe, paving equipment, street sweeper, and other heavy equipment as needed.
• Patch broken or eroded pavement; remove debris from roadway.
• May construct and maintain pavement markings / signs, and signals and participate in traffic control activities.
• Perform snow removal and operate snow removal equipment.
• Input daily work data into a computer.
• Perform general building maintenance.
• May train and oversee other operators or hourly employees.
• Shift work and emergency responses activities may be required.

Skills

Read maps

Operate heavy equipment

Data entry

Basic math

Safety compliance

Welding skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Operator I, Transportation Ops (Asphalt) (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)

REQUISITION #: req8692

DEPARTMENT: Streets

LOCATION: STREETS DEPT MAIN FACILITY

BENEFIT CATEGORY: Classified (Non-CBU) Classified Employee Benefit Highlights

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $44,658.00 - 66,987.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $47,000.00 - 54,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 11:59 p.m. MT on 11/23/2026. At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

The City of Fort Collins is a bias-conscious employer. We ask that you please avoid the use of photos when submitting a resume and/or an application for employment. You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.

Post-Offer Requirements

• Background check (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)
• Motor vehicle report
• Drug test within 48 hours of offer
• Please be prepared to present any current CDL license or permit during in-person interviews
• CDL Drivers are required to register with the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse at: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/
• Post Offer Employment Test (P.O.E.T)

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

WhyWorkFor theCity of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) –eligibleonthe 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + companycontributions – after 6 month probation period andimmediate vesting
• Flexiblespending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSAor both
• EmployeeAssistance Program: counseling, legal,financialassistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborativework environment

To learn more about The City of Fort Collins and Our Community, please read Our Community and Our Organization Brochure

Job Summary

The Operator I, Transportation Operations (Asphalt) performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties supporting the construction, maintenance, repair, and upkeep of asphalt streets, alleys, and related transportation infrastructure. The position operates and maintains heavy equipment such as dump trucks, skid steers, front-end loaders, backhoes, paving equipment, street sweepers, and other equipment used for asphalt preparation, placement, patching, repair, and roadway cleanup.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains equipment which may include front-end loader, bulldozer, skid steer, dump truck, backhoe, farm tractors, pavement marking & sign equipment, street sweeper, paving equipment, mowing or other vegetation management equipment, and other heavy equipment as needed.
• Patch broken or eroded pavement; remove debris from roadway.
• May construct and maintain pavement markings / signs, and signals and participate in traffic control activities.
• Perform snow removal and operate snow removal equipment.
• Input daily work data into a computer.
• Perform general building maintenance.
• May train and oversee other operators or hourly employees.
• Shift work and emergency responses activities may be required.

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work on call, overtime, and after hours as needed.
• Ability to read maps and blueprints.
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment and/or vehicles.
• Basic computer and data entry skills.
• Knowledge of general vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to successfully pass applicable Post Offer Employment Physical Test.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Ability to adhere to safety requirements and identify safety concerns and improvements
• May require basic welding skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Years: 0-2 years related experience. Minimum age 18.

Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Required Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training

Class B Commercial Driver License Required. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations require that the individual(s) selected for this position must successfully pass a controlled substance test, as well as a DOT physical examination. Current City employees transferring from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position will be required to successfully pass these tests and the physical examination. May require Workzone Certification within a reasonable time frame from time of hire. May require IMSA Level I certification within a reasonable time frame from hire. May require Class A CDL for some assignments. May require commercial pesticide application license within a reasonable time frame from hire.

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call [phone] for assistance.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use

Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

TheCity is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants andemployees.Employment decisions will comply with all applicable lawsprohibiting discrimination inemployment. The City does not toleratebehavior that results in the terms and conditions ofemployment beingadversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or anybehaviorthat violates this policy.

Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee,the City is committedto providing a work environment that is free fromunlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination orharassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, nationalorigin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceivedsexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability,age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran statusor uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or anyother status protected under federal, state or local law.

The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. Inaddition to the City’scommitment to equal opportunity employment, theCity strictly prohibits discrimination orretaliation against an employeewho raises any reasonable concern about workplace violationsofgovernmenthealth or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of Cityemployees orthe public, if the City controls the workplace conditionsgiving rise to the threat or violation.

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