Roadway Equipment Operator I — Maintenance Pro

Anne Arundel County Office of Personnel; Maryland; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Government is seeking an Equipment Operator I for the Department of Public Works, Highways Division. The role involves operating medium‑sized construction equipment and performing laborer work in highway maintenance tasks across county sites.

Primary duties include operating dump trucks and front‑end loaders, coordinating with crew leaders, and performing routine maintenance. Must be able to work odd hours and respond to emergencies in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Education: Sufficient education to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Experience: 1+ year experience operating light-to-medium-duty automotive and related equipment.
• Additional Requirements: A valid commercial Class B motor vehicle operator's license.

Responsibilities

• Operates a dump truck, utility trailer, tractor mower, boom mower, front end loader, roller, street sweeper, belt loader, chain saw, wood chipper, stump grinder, skid steer loader, rubber tire backhoe, air compressor, jackhammer, and other construction equipment in performing a variety of road maintenance tasks.
• Drives and operates construction vehicles and equipment at work location and also performs laborer tasks as required.
• May be assigned as a working leader in coordinating the workflow and performance of a maintenance crew at a job site.
• Drives a dump truck during snow removal operations and provides other support as needed.
• Constructs forms and mixes concrete and finishes.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Reading maps

Power tools familiarity

Tools

Dump truck

Front-end loader

Backhoe

Skid steer loader

Forklift

Job description

Anne Arundel County Government is seeking an Equipment Operator I for the Department of Public Works, Highways Division. The role involves operating medium‑sized construction equipment and performing laborer work in highway maintenance tasks across county sites.

Primary duties include operating dump trucks and front‑end loaders, coordinating with crew leaders, and performing routine maintenance. Must be able to work odd hours and respond to emergencies in all weather conditions.