Public Works Operator I: Roads, Parks & Snow Removal

Town of Avon; Vail (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement match 11%

Life insurance

Health, Rx, vision, and dental

Paid vacation, personal days, sick, &

Job summary

Town of Avon in Avon, Colorado is seeking a Public Works Operator I to maintain roads, bridges, storm water infrastructure, parks, and related facilities. The role includes operating heavy equipment, performing routine checks, and supporting events and maintenance tasks across town infrastructure.

The position offers a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team, with emphasis on public safety and community service.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma, or equivalent (GED) with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in several of the desirable skills and abilities listed above, which demonstrates proficiency in the operation of heavy equipment in excess of five (5) tons, snow removal, chemical and calibration methods (will train). A strong safety record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of gasoline or diesel heavy and small equipment, such as tractors, sweepers, dump trucks, loaders, skid steers, ride mowers, 4×4 pickup trucks, Tool cats, ATVs, club cars, power tools, and hand tools (e.g. drills, weed trimmers, shovels, picks etc.)
• Performs routine pre and post checks and minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment prior to use, emergency repairs if necessary, and will contact a supervisor to coordinate with fleet maintenance mechanics when major repairs are needed
• Plows and clears snow and ice from streets, sidewalks, paths, bus stops, and parking lots. Sands and de-ices slippery surfaces as needed
• sweeps and cleans roadways, sidewalks, and trails and cleans and maintains culverts, ditches, and shoulders
• Assists with minor asphalt and concrete re-construction and patching of roadways, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters to seal cracks, fill potholes, and repairs brick pavers
• Assists in cleaning and flushing manhole catch basins, and storm sewer pipelines
• Assists with manufacturing and installing new and replacement road and town signs Assists in responding to accidents involving damaged light poles and assists electrician with replacing light poles and lamps
• Removes refuse from receptacles and manually picks up trash in park and other public areas daily

Job description

Town of Avon in Avon, Colorado is seeking a Public Works Operator I to maintain roads, bridges, storm water infrastructure, parks, and related facilities. The role includes operating heavy equipment, performing routine checks, and supporting events and maintenance tasks across town infrastructure.

The position offers a range of benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team, with emphasis on public safety and community service.