Heavy Equipment Operator Stormwater

Job Summary:

Performs the duties of a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Storm Water/Sweeping Division in the Public Works Department.  Must work odd hours, weekends and overtime, particularly during snow season and when flooding occurs.

Will be required to be on call for after hour and weekend emergency duty approximately every 6 weeks. The salary range for this position is $27.88- $39.04 per hour with a hiring range of $27.88 - $33.46, depending on qualifications and experience.  

This opportunity will be available to applicants until Monday, 4.30.26 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.

A current resume and a cover letter are preferred.

The Heavy Equipment Operator for Solid Waste will operate with a commitment to the One City, One Team approach, positively collaborate with team members and residents, and show a dedication to excellent service with courtesy and kindness!

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Essential Functions:

• Operates a full range of all light-to-heavy equipment utilized in the construction, repair and maintenance of roadway and drainage systems. This expectation includes an excavator, bulldozer, backhoe, front-end loader, tractor/mower, tractor-truck pulling heavy trailers, tandem-axle dump truck, tandem-axle with roll off, dump truck with snowplow and sander, liquid anti-icing/de-icing truck, street sweeper, flusher truck, large jet spray-vacuum truck, etc.
• Understands the basic grade-setting and grade-checking principles for installing pipe.

Other Job Functions:

• In addition to operating specialized heavy equipment, will perform the duties of an equipment operator.
• Ensures that job site traffic control is in accordance with prescribed standards and follows established safety standards and precautions.
• Performs routine maintenance on assigned vehicles and construction equipment.
• Performs a thorough pre-trip and post-trip DOT inspection of assigned equipment and recognizes and reports abnormal operating functions of assigned equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School graduate or GED required.

Experience:

• 3 years experience in the road construction and/or drainage construction industries required.
• 2 years experience operating heavy equipment machines, tractor-truck with trailer, front-end loader, excavator, backhoe, street sweeper, jet spray/vacuum truck, and flusher truck required.
• Mechanical training/experience is highly desired.

Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) with an air brake and tanker endorsement. Class A CDL with an air brake and tanker endorsement preferred.
•  Must possess a Traffic Control Supervisor and flagging certificate, or obtain within six (6) months of hire date.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must possess considerable knowledge of road and drainage construction and general maintenance principles.
• Must possess considerable skill in the operation of the heavy/specialized equipment needed to construct, repair and maintain roads and drainage systems.
• Must possess considerable knowledge of snow and ice control techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Must work safely and follow all established safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Must follow oral instructions and communicate effectively with co-workers, lead workers and supervisors.
• Must have a basic knowledge of the city’s geography.
• Must work odd hours, weekends and overtime, particularly during snow season and when flooding occurs. Will be required to be on call for after hour and weekend emergency duty approximately every 6 weeks.

Core Competencies:

Accountability, Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness

 Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent strenuous to extreme physical effort that includes frequent use of heavy objects (e.g., 50 pounds) and may also use heavy tools or require strenuous application in awkward positions.
• Frequent exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.
• Occasional exposure to marginal to moderate conditions that are unpredictable and may lead to injury.

Additional Working Demands / Conditions:

This position is considered essential personnel required to report for duty in response to community emergencies (e.g. natural disaster, fire, flood, blizzard, etc.).

Additional Screening Information:

This position requires a CDL. Employees in this position are subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home.  Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains.  The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie, and shopping scene.  Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals.  Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!

In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.

Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness.  The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization, and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.

A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!

Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
• A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
• Discounted Chilson Center passes
• Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
• Flexible spending including Dependent Care
• Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
• Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
• A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary 529 College Invest program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Market based pay & regular performance reviews
• Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate.

The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation. Learn more about your right to work. Visit E-Verify.gov for more information. 

Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a driving record and background check. Selection process will comply with DOT regulations including post-offer drug screening and FMCSA Clearinghouse full query if applicable.

Salary : $28 - $39