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Equipment Operator I

City of Hibbing
Hibbing, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/30/2026

The City of Hibbing is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator I to safely and efficiently operate a wide variety of heavy and light equipment in and around the City of Hibbing. This position involves operating graders, tractor mowers, loaders, rubber-tired loader backhoes, trucks, Sno-Go, Bobcat, water trucks, shouldering machines, crawler dozers, rollers, stumpers, aerial lift trucks, sweepers, Vac-All units, tractor low-boy trailer combinations, culvert steamers, and screen plants. The Equipment Operator I will also perform concrete and blacktop work, semi-skilled equipment repair, and general labor duties. This position may be assigned to various city departments as operational needs require and is an essential role in maintaining city infrastructure and services.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent, MN Class "B" Commercial Driver's License, Tanker Endorsement. Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy and light equipment used in public works operations. Three years' experience operating light and heavy equipment. Safety sensitive position subject to random drug, alcohol, and cannabis testing.

This is a benefit eligible position with opportunities for advancement within the organization. The City of Hibbing offers generous benefits to include medical, dental, employer paid and supplemental life insurance, flex spending plan, Public Sector Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF), long-term disability, supplemental insurance, free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), MN Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA), voluntary deferred compensation plans, generous leave accruals including sick leave, ESST, vacation, and paid holidays for qualified employees. Visit https://www.hibbingmn.gov/458/Benefits to learn more about the City of Hibbing Benefits. All regular full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

The City of Hibbing is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. The City of Hibbing is committed to building a diverse, welcoming and respectful workforce. We seek and welcome candidate applications from historically underrepresented groups, such as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) women, LGBTQ , and those living with disabilities as well as veterans.

An employment application must be submitted by the deadline to be considered for this position. Visit https://www.hibbingmn.gov/340/Employment for position specifications and application instructions.

Notice: Any job offer will be conditional upon a reference check, negative pre-employment DOT drug screen, a clear full query of Clearinghouse drug and alcohol records check, as well as as pre-employment physical, successful criminal background and driving history check.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.85 - $32.30 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $32

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