What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator I & II position at Boulder County?
Boulder County Public Works Department is seeking to hire Six (6) Equipment I and Equipment II positions.
The Equipment Operator I is the entry-level classification in the Equipment Operator series. The Equipment Operator I performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties in the operation of light equipment utilized in road construction, maintenance and repair work.
Equipment Operator II is the journey level classification in the Equipment Operator series. The Equipment Operator II performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties in the operation of medium equipment utilized in road construction, maintenance and repair work.These are full-time, benefited positions that will work Monday - Thursday 6:00am - 4:30pm (Summer Schedule), and Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm (Winter Schedule). These positions will work out of 5201 St. Vrain Rd., Longmont, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, these positions are non-exempt (eligible for overtime).
Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.
2026 Hiring Salary Range:
Equipment Operator I: $63,828.00 - $77,886.00 AnnuallyEquipment Operator II: $67, 068.00 - $81,834.00 Annually
Tentative Hiring Timeline:
- Phone Screen: December 31st
- First Round Interviews: January 5th
- Second Round Interviews: January 12th
- Reference Check: January 9th
New employees receive an 80-hour bank of vacation at the time of hire, in addition to 8 hours of both vacation and medical leave accruals each month (Must not have been employed at Boulder County during the 12 months prior to re-hire date to qualify). Boulder County offers bountiful benefits, including pension contributions.
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Equipment Operator I- Operates equipment such as single-axle trucks, light front-end loaders and other light equipment used for County road construction, snow removal, maintenance and repair
- Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments to assigned equipment
- Checks and reports present or anticipated mechanical problems of assigned equipment
- Performs manual labor as a crew member involved in construction and maintenance projects
- May operate, as a trainee, medium equipment such as backhoes, tandem-axle trucks and medium front-end loaders
- Performs related work, as required
- May be reassigned in emergency situations
Equipment Operator II
- Operates equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, tandem-axle trucks and other medium equipment used for County road construction, snow removal, maintenance and repair
- Services and makes minor repairs and adjustments to assigned equipment
- Checks and reports present or anticipated mechanical problems of assigned equipment
- Performs general labor required on construction and maintenance projects
- Trains and gives general direction to other employees
- May operate, as a trainee, heavy equipment such as graders, loaders and snow plows
- Performs related work, as required
- May be reassigned in emergency situations
PLEASE NOTE: When completing your application describe all relevant education and experience, as applications are assessed based on the required qualifications listed. Resumes and other attachments are not accepted in lieu of completed applications and will not be reviewed in the initial screening process. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your attachments will then be shared with the hiring team.
EDUCATION:
Boulder County is looking for well qualified candidates to fill our positions. Any combination of relevant education and experience is encouraged. In this position, we are looking for a minimum of a high school diploma, or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE:Equipment Operator I: At least one year of experience operating road maintenance equipment
Equipment Operator II: At least two years of experience operating road maintenance equipment, which has included training in the operation of medium-sized road equipment
DRIVER'S LICENSE:
Equipment Operator I:- Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
- For more information regarding a clean driving record, please click here.
- Applicants must possess a Class B – CDL Commercial Driver’s License with the requirement that a Class A – CDL is obtained within 6 months of hire
- Commercial Drivers licenses with the following restrictions will not be accepted: E, L, M, N, O or V
- Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
- For more information regarding a clean driving record, please click here.
- Applicants must possess a Class A or B – CDL Commercial Driver’s License and obtain a Class A within 6 months of hire
- Commercial Drivers licenses with the following restrictions will not be accepted: E, L, M, N, O or V
BACKGROUND CHECK:
- A job offer is contingent on passing a background investigation
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicants must pass a pre-employment physical and drug test
PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL:
- Candidates for this position will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical
- Working knowledge of traffic laws and common hazards and safety precautions necessary for light equipment operation
- Ability to recognize mechanical problems and make minor repairs to light equipment
- Ability to understand verbal and written instructions
- Ability to work effectively with other employees and the public
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Back and Upper Body (lifting):
Equipment Operator I:
Frequently lift from floor to waist with one or two hands 10-30 lb. electric, gas and pneumatic tools, equipment and building materials (lumber, steel bars, etc.). Frequently use shovels, rakes, 8-16 lb. sledge hammers, 10-20 lb. digging bars, and picks. Occasionally lift and carry from floor to waist (two-man lift) 75-157 lb. rubber and steel blades, guardrail sections, timbers tires and animal carcasses. Occasionally lift and carry from floor to shoulder and from shoulder to floor 40-70 lb. steel tire chains (this is done with no help available) but may be done in sections weighing up to 60 lbs. per section). Occasionally mount and handle (push, pull, roll, raise with bars, etc.) truck tires and wheels weighing up to 200 lbs. Push and pull average 100 lb. force using various jacks and supporting devices.
Frequent use of shovels, rakes, 8-16 lb. sledgehammers, 10-20 lb. digging bars and picks. Occasionally lift and carry from floor to waist (two-man lift) 75-157 lb. rubber and steel blades, guardrail sections, timbers tires and animal carcasses. Occasionally lift from floor to waist with one or two hands 10-30 lb. electric, gas and pneumatic tools, equipment and building materials (lumber, steel bars, etc.). Occasionally lift and carry from floor to shoulder and from shoulder to floor 40-70 lb. steel tire chains (this is done with no help available but may be done in sections weighing up to 60 lbs. per section). Occasionally mount and handle (push, pull, roll, raise with bars, etc.) truck tires and wheels weighting up to 200 lbs.
Hands and Arms:
Equipment Operator I:
Frequently use electric, gas and pneumatic tools, hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers), shovels, rakes, bars, picks, hammers and brooms. Frequently use levers, handles, buttons and wheels to operate various types of heavy road equipment for extended hours.
Equipment Operator II:
Frequently use levers, handles, buttons and wheels to operate various types of heavy road equipment for extended hours. Frequently use electric, gas and pneumatic tools, hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers), shovels, rakes, bars, picks, hammers and brooms.
Body Movement:
Equipment Operator I:
When snowing – Frequently sit in one position while driving; head, neck, arm and leg movements associated with driving. Equipment is rough riding with bouncing, rolling, pitching, jolting and vibrating action.
When not snowing – Frequently stand for long periods of time (6-10 hours) flagging traffic. Frequently work in unusual positions (kneeling, crawling, lying down). Occasionally mount or dismount using handrails and steps (2 feet to first step) various types of equipment.
Equipment Operator II:
When snowing – Frequently sit in one position while driving; head, neck, arm and leg movements associated with driving. Equipment is rough riding with bouncing, rolling pitching.
When not snowing- Occasionally stand for long periods of time (6-10 hours) flagging traffic. Occasionally work in unusual positions (kneeling, crawling, lying down). Occasionally mount or dismount using handrails and steps (2 feet tot first step) various types of equipment.
Boulder County is a workplace dedicated to supporting individuals and families of all types and to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Salary : $65,688 - $94,608