Public Works Equipment Operator - Beach & Landscape

City-of-Huntington-Beach,-Ca; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Huntington Beach is seeking a Public Works Equipment Operator for the Tree Maintenance Division within the Public Works Department. The role involves operating a range of heavy equipment to maintain beaches, landscapes, streets, and trees, under general supervision.

Qualifying candidates will have a high school diploma, two years of heavy equipment experience, and a valid California Class A or B license with a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Two (2) years operating field maintenance or heavy equipment.
• Licenses/Certifications: California Class A or B driver's license and clean driving record; Class A within 12 months.
• Certified ISA Arborist or equivalent certification required before end of probation.

Responsibilities

• Receive work orders and assignments from lead worker or crew leader.
• Assemble and prepare equipment and tools for assignments.
• Establish safe work area and coordinate with employees, contractors, or the public.
• Operate equipment including trucks, backhoes, graders, loaders, street sweepers, and aerial lifts.
• Perform landscaping and tree maintenance tasks as needed.
• Assist with repairs, grading, and utility work; move materials with loaders and dump trucks.
• Respond to emergencies; may work outside normal hours.
• Adhere to safety procedures and participate in training and safety inspections.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bobcat

Forklift

Patch trucks

Paver equipment

Jackhammers

Job description

City of Huntington Beach is seeking a Public Works Equipment Operator for the Tree Maintenance Division within the Public Works Department. The role involves operating a range of heavy equipment to maintain beaches, landscapes, streets, and trees, under general supervision.

Qualifying candidates will have a high school diploma, two years of heavy equipment experience, and a valid California Class A or B license with a clean driving record.