What are the responsibilities and job description for the SENIOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (BACKHOE & BULLDOZER) position at City of Long Beach?
Applications are available online beginning Friday, April 10, 2026, through 11:59 pm, Friday, April 24, 2026.
Vacancy Information: Current vacancies are in Parks, Recreation, & Marine, and the Public Works Department. This classification is also utilized in the Harbor Department.
Under supervision, operates and maintains a bulldozer, backhoe or other equipment of similar complexity in accordance with safety regulations; services equipment; performs preventive maintenance; makes operating adjustments and minor repairs; keeps records and makes reports; performs incidental construction work; may participate in, or assist in supervising the work of a crew; may operate less complex equipment when necessary; and performs other related duties as required.
Candidates must meet the following requirement:
Two (2) years of paid (full-time equivalent) experience and skill in the safe and efficient operation of a backhoe or bulldozer.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of maintenance, adjustment and minor repair of a backhoe or bulldozer.
- Ability to interpret associated construction markings and descriptions.
Willingness to work an irregular schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays;
Willingness to respond to emergency call-outs on a 24-hour basis for some positions;
Willingness to report to the department's facility for emergency calls within a 30-minute timeframe for some positions.
Willingness to comply with the Anti-Drug and Alcohol Program as required by the Federal Department of Transportation regulations on an ongoing basis.
A valid Class "A" motor vehicle operator's license and a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of selection interview.
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS
Application and Supplemental Application..................Qualifying
Performance Examination.................................................100%
A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.
In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)
This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences.
If you have not received notification two weeks after close of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
J.O.B. J75NN-26 TM: SEO-BACKHOE/BULLDOZER HR APPROVAL: 04/10/2026
Salary : $31 - $42