Equipment Operator

Application Closing Date: April 10, 2024 or until filled

Benefits:

• 457 Retirement plan, employer match up to 6%
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 15 paid holidays (including 1 floating holiday)
• Employer pays employee share of CO FAMLI contributions

Come work for the City of Leadville for our Streets Department! The City of Leadville is seeking a Streets Worker. This position will require a current Colorado Class B CDL. The city is willing to train applicants without a CDL. Applicants with a Colorado Class A or B CDL are eligible for a $1,000 signing bonus after six full months of continued employment. Tanker endorsement is a plus.

Description of responsibilities:

• Individuals in this position are responsible for performing the duties of the Streets Department, including:
  • Pavement maintenance,
  • Street & sidewalk construction,
  • Alleys,
  • Bridges,
  • Rights-of-way,
  • Snow & ice removal,
  • Drainage facilities including ditches,
  • Street signage and
  • Specific infrastructure relating to the City of Leadville
• Operate any given piece of Streets equipment, as directed by the supervisor
• No supervisory responsibilities

Required Experience/ Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in street maintenance or related heavy equipment field
• Ability to meet requirements for CDL holders with respect to the City’s Drug & Alcohol Policy for Safety-Sensitive positions under FMCSA Guidelines
• Must be able to work five 8 hour shifts, Mon-Fri, with possibility of being called in after hours for emergencies and/or snow plowing & removal
• Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and valid medical examiners card

Required skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the general public
• Ability to safely and properly operate both heavy and light equipment
• Ability to work independently
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Self-motivated
• Ability to creatively problem solve
• Ability to work on several projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed

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