What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Only - Equipment Operator II position at City of Springfield (MO)?
The eligibility list that will be established based on this recruitment cycle will be used for this job classification for a minimum of six months or when the list is exhausted, unless extended, per Merit Rule 6.4 (a). The individuals last performance rating received must have been satisfactory per Merit Rule 10.1 (c).
Individuals must apply now in order to be considered for future openings in this job classification. If you are interested in future opportunities, but not the current opening, you must test now. If eligible, you may have your name withheld from consideration for specific vacancies.
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Please note the planned schedule for Equipment Operator II Testing:
- SKILLS TEST: Tentatively December 8 & 10, 2026
- Individual times will be scheduled for qualified candidates after the closing date.
- Skills Testing Site at the Public Works Kauffman Salt Dome Facility.
- Interviews will be held with qualified candidates following the skills testing.
Please Note: The City reserves the right to adjust scheduled dates and locations as needed.
- A minimum of 18 months experience in the operation of equipment involved in a variety of construction, maintenance, or repair projects;
- At least 12 months in the operation of equipment equivalent to the City's classification of Maintenance Worker including operating dump trucks, rodder trucks, skid-steer loaders, flusher trucks, or other comparable trucks and/or front-end loaders plus individual must pass appropriate equipment operation skills test.
Licensing/Certification
- Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) that would enable the driver to operate at minimum a class "B" vehicle with airbrakes.
- In order to qualify for some assignments, candidates must possess endorsements such as tanker and/or a class "A" license.
For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.
The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.
Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.
All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.Salary : $36,837 - $58,906