Street Maintenance Heavy Equipment Operator

City of Fort Smith; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fort Smith seeks an Equipment Operator in Training to safely operate street maintenance equipment and help keep city streets in good repair. You will progressively obtain a CDL and advance through EO levels while performing essential maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities include patching potholes, pouring concrete, maintaining drainage, and working in varied weather. The role requires reliable attendance and teamwork in a public works setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and obtain CDL within 9 months of hire; written exam in 3 months and driving exam in 9 months.
• No experience required; on-the-job training for transitioning to higher EO levels.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment as assigned.
• Drive and monitor the A-Team as assigned.
• Perform maintenance and upkeep of all equipment.
• Patch potholes as needed.
• Pour and finish concrete; cement experience a plus.
• Keep drains clear by removing debris from streets and ditches.
• Salt and sand streets during snow and ice.
• Operate chainsaw, jackhammer, and power tools as needed.
• Place barricades to direct traffic as needed.
• Inspect and clean drainage inlets and junction boxes.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

CDL within 9 months of hire

Tools

CDL with air brake endorsement

Job description

City of Fort Smith seeks an Equipment Operator in Training to safely operate street maintenance equipment and help keep city streets in good repair. You will progressively obtain a CDL and advance through EO levels while performing essential maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities include patching potholes, pouring concrete, maintaining drainage, and working in varied weather. The role requires reliable attendance and teamwork in a public works setting.