Street Maintenance Equipment Operator I

WICHITA COMPANY LIMITED; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Wichita seeks an Equipment Operator I to safely operate trucks and equipment for street maintenance. This hands-on role includes loading materials, performing minor servicing, and assisting with snow and ice removal across multiple facility locations in Wichita.

The job requires physical strength, safety awareness, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. A Kansas CDL is preferred, and employees may need to work nights or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to perform physically demanding tasks and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and vehicles with care and accuracy.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and assist in loading/unloading materials.
• Perform routine maintenance: refuel, lubricate, wash and adjust equipment.
• Use a jackhammer and air compressor as needed for maintenance tasks.
• Haul materials like sand, cement, pipes, and bricks to work sites.
• Assist in snow and ice removal during winter weather.
• May direct laborers on specific tasks as assigned.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Communication skills

CDL preferred

Tools

Jackhammer

Chainsaw

Job description

City of Wichita seeks an Equipment Operator I to safely operate trucks and equipment for street maintenance. This hands-on role includes loading materials, performing minor servicing, and assisting with snow and ice removal across multiple facility locations in Wichita.

The job requires physical strength, safety awareness, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather. A Kansas CDL is preferred, and employees may need to work nights or weekends as needed.