Street & Utility Heavy Equipment Operator

Personnel Board of Jefferson County; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 2,581,622 - 4,006,060; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Generous paid holidays

Job summary

A local government agency in Birmingham, Alabama, is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators responsible for operating a variety of street maintenance and utility equipment. The role involves safely handling equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and supervising laborers. Applicants must possess a Class B commercial driver’s license and experience with heavy equipment. Competitive pay and extensive benefits, including medical insurance and retirement plans, are offered. The job requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and may involve physical exertion.

Qualifications

• Experience working in or around heavy equipment.
• Experience following safety standards related to heavy equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of heavy equipment for maintenance projects.
• Perform preventative maintenance and basic repairs on heavy equipment.
• Lead and assign work to peer support staff.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Communication

Safety standards adherence

Education

Class B commercial driver’s license

Job description

A local government agency in Birmingham, Alabama, is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators responsible for operating a variety of street maintenance and utility equipment. The role involves safely handling equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and supervising laborers. Applicants must possess a Class B commercial driver’s license and experience with heavy equipment. Competitive pay and extensive benefits, including medical insurance and retirement plans, are offered. The job requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and may involve physical exertion.