Public Works Equipment Operator I

Howard-County; Cooksville (MD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard County Government is seeking a skilled truck driver for road construction and maintenance in Maryland. The role requires operating dump trucks and other heavy equipment, performing semi-skilled labor, and maintaining safety and logs.

You may supervise minor crew tasks and respond to emergencies as needed. The starting salary range is $22.08–$24.39 per hour ($45,933–$50,732 annually), with final determination by HR based on experience and equity.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL with DOT medical card.
• Experience operating dump trucks and related heavy equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate dump trucks and heavy equipment for road construction and maintenance.
• Perform semi-skilled manual tasks such as painting, raking, and shoveling stone.
• Inspect vehicles, conduct basic preventive maintenance, and keep logs.
• Direct and instruct others, respond to emergencies, and work in all weather.
• Ensure safety and comply with traffic laws during tasks.

Skills

Truck operation

Heavy labor

Safety awareness

Reading and follow instructions

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dump trucks

Forklift/loader

Basic hand/power tools

Job description

Howard County Government is seeking a skilled truck driver for road construction and maintenance in Maryland. The role requires operating dump trucks and other heavy equipment, performing semi-skilled labor, and maintaining safety and logs.

You may supervise minor crew tasks and respond to emergencies as needed. The starting salary range is $22.08–$24.39 per hour ($45,933–$50,732 annually), with final determination by HR based on experience and equity.