With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.
What We Offer
The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. Although the full salary range is posted, the target salary range for this position is $30-$33. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:
A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
457B Retirement Plan
140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year
Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
Location
In this position you will report to the Denver Wastewater Building (2000 W. 3rd) each morning, and then work at various locations across the City. Typical working hours are 6:30-3:00pm.
What You’ll Do
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services. For more information, please visit the DOTI website.
DOTI’s Commitment to Equity:
DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.
DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.
Wastewater Management oversees all aspects of wastewater functions, including the construction, operation, maintenance of the City’s sanitary and storm systems, and responding to customer inquiries regarding sewage and storm drainage service charges.
As an Equipment Operator IV you will:
Please note this is not a truck driving position, you will be operating heavy machinery such as excavators, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, and power shovels. The majority of time will be spent operating an excavator and backhoe with an arm
Operate large, complex specialized industrial equipment while controlling both the speed and direction of the vehicle and operations of the working attachments and adjusts level and angle of attachments in accordance with the nature of the work while regularly performing skilled work in construction, earthmoving, and/or other work-related duties.
Identifiy equipment needs for each assigned project and ensures the safe and efficient operation of equipment and a variety of work-related tools.
Inspect vehicle for loose parts, damaged or worn tires, proper air pressure in tires, and other items affecting its safe operation and completes a pre/post trip inspection as defined by federal guidelines.
Observe on-board instruments while operating equipment and takes routine corrective action if malfunctions are indicated.
Perform manual labor in construction, maintenance, and/or other work-related duties when not driving equipment to or operating it at the work site.
Assist in preventative maintenance of equipment by washing and servicing vehicles with water, oil, and fuel, performs basic maintenance, and makes minor running repairs.
Keep trip records and logs, report defects in the vehicle’s operations, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicle.
Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner and provides information within the area of assignment.
Participate in snow removal duties.
Provide training to Utility Workers and Equipment Operators
May be required to be on-call to address emergent needs.
What You’ll Bring
Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:
Experience operating heavy machinery such as excavators, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, power shovels, and other earthmoving equipment.
A construction background operating equipment and hand tools
Leadership skills
Applicants for commercial driving positions must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Commercial drivers must be able to do the following in English:
Converse with the general public
Understand highway traffic signs and signals
Respond to official inquiries
Make entries on reports and records
Required Minimum Qualifications
Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
Experience Requirement: Four (4) years of experience operating medium sized, specialized equipment which must include one (1) year of experience operating large complex specialized industrial equipment.
Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements.
License/Certifications: This job requires driving. Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") with appropriate endorsements at the time of application. Requires a valid Commerical Driver’s License (CDL “A”) within six months of hire. Requires a CDL Tanker Endorsement within 6 months of hire. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.
Application Deadline
This position is expected to stay open until April 2nd. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than April 2nd at 11:59.
Job Profile
CJ1996 Equipment Operator IVTo view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.
Position Type
UnlimitedPosition Salary Range
$27.89 - $43.23Target Pay
$30-$33Agency
Dept of Transportation & InfrastructureRedeployment during Citywide Emergencies
City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.
Assessment Requirement
Performance TestThe City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
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