Park Engineering Equipment Operator | CDL Required

U.S. Department of the Interior; Crescent City (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service seeks an Engineering Equipment Operator for Redwood National Park and surrounding areas.

This role involves operating heavy gas- or diesel-powered machinery to perform road and earthworks, with potential on-call duties and extensive outdoor work. Candidates must hold a valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsements and be prepared for rigorous safety standards, background checks, and federal employment requirements.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker endorsements.
• Experience operating gas- or diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment.
• Ability to operate equipment safely on congested roadways and in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operates gas- or diesel-powered engineering and construction equipment with wheeled or crawler-type traction.
• Operates equipment to push, pull, grade, excavate, backfill, or level earth and refuse.
• Uses equipment to perform road maintenance tasks including snow plow, mower, sweeper, and sanding units.
• Operates various attachments and drives on steep or narrow roadways while maintaining safety.

Skills

Engineering equipment operation

Heavy equipment driving

CDL-A w/ Tanker endorsements

Job description

U.S. Department of the Interior's National Park Service seeks an Engineering Equipment Operator for Redwood National Park and surrounding areas.

This role involves operating heavy gas- or diesel-powered machinery to perform road and earthworks, with potential on-call duties and extensive outdoor work. Candidates must hold a valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsements and be prepared for rigorous safety standards, background checks, and federal employment requirements.