Public Works Equipment Operator I

City-of-Altoona; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Altoona in Iowa seeks a Street Maintenance Worker to perform manual, semi-skilled, and skilled tasks with a variety of construction equipment. The role requires adherence to safety policies and the ability to follow detailed instructions.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED and 1–2 years of equipment operation experience; a Class A CDL is required within the first three months. Residency within 45 minutes is encouraged.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years operating light/medium construction equipment preferred.
• Mechanically inclined with basic repairs and maintenance skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate a range of maintenance/construction equipment safely.
• Snow removal and related duties as needed.
• Load/unload materials and perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Repair/maintain street signs and markers.
• Perform concrete work and public works tasks.
• Drive street sweeping vehicles and participate in snow duty.

Skills

Initiative

Independent work

Communication

Safety awareness

Mathematical ability

Endurance for manual labor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

The City of Altoona in Iowa seeks a Street Maintenance Worker to perform manual, semi-skilled, and skilled tasks with a variety of construction equipment. The role requires adherence to safety policies and the ability to follow detailed instructions.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED and 1–2 years of equipment operation experience; a Class A CDL is required within the first three months. Residency within 45 minutes is encouraged.