City of Colorado Springs
Senior Equipment Operator - Drainage Operations
City of Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Senior Equipment Operator - Drainage Operations
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Description / Position Overview The City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome multiple Senior Equipment Operator’s to the Drainage Operation team for Public Works Operations Maintenance Division. As a Senior Equipment Operator, you will perform a variety of skilled construction and maintenance tasks to construct and maintain the City's roadway and drainage infrastructure.
Benefits Offered
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
PERA Retirement
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, and Holidays
Employee Medical Clinic and Pharmacy
Wellness Programs, Fitness Classes and Gym Discounts
Medical Management Programs
Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
Long Term Care
HRA and Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
Read more about our many benefits at
this link
About This Team & Key Duties Operate and maintain heavy machinery for installation, maintenance, and repair of drainage systems. Tasks include excavation, land clearing, and infrastructure maintenance to manage water flow, prevent flooding, and ensure public safety.
Learn more about these teams:
Roadway Maintenance |
City of Colorado Springs
Anticipated Schedule:
6:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Either Monday‑Thursday or Tuesday‑Friday depending on crew assignment after hire.
Job Type:
Full‑time; Non‑Exempt
Hiring Range:
$28.20 – $33.86
We’re an accredited pay equity employer! Your starting pay will be within the posted hiring range based on your years of experience and education.
As a Senior Equipment Operator, You Will
Operate equipment such as the long‑reach excavator, motor grader, dozer, front‑end loader, backhoe, semi‑tractor trailer, tanker, and various types of compactors; safely and properly operate various hand and power tools
Construct and maintain drainage structures using materials such as asphalt, concrete, rip‑rap, and/or geotextiles
Operate a single or tandem‑axle dump truck with plow and sander; apply chemicals, abrasives, and other ice control products during snow removal operations
Perform manual labor such as cleaning culverts, mowing, patching potholes, and shoveling muck
Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications, and technical manuals
Maintain log and record books
Enter data using Cartegraph
Schedule, coordinate, train, and direct the work of assigned maintenance staff; serve in a lead worker capacity
Knowledge Of
Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in heavy equipment operations
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices related to this type of work
Basic principles of civil engineering
Ability To
Read, write, and apply for permits specifically related to stormwater
Interpret, apply, and explain pertinent laws, rules, and regulations as well as City policies and procedures
Work independently in the absence of supervision
Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED)
Five years of full‑time, professional experience in the related field
Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non‑probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions
Possess and maintain upon hire a valid, non‑probationary Class B Colorado CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
Possess, or obtain within one year of hire, and maintain a valid, non‑probationary Class A Colorado CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
To be considered for this position you must register your CDL (COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE) WITH THE FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse at
https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov .
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using Cartegraph
Experience obtaining permits related to stormwater and/or drainage
Physical Demands The position requires the ability to pull, reach, bend, climb, kneel, sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and 25 pounds frequently, and use fingers, hands, and legs; distinguish colors, and safely operate assigned vehicle and equipment.
Environmental Conditions
Primary Work Environment – Outdoors around moving vehicles and heavy machinery
Extreme Temperature – Daily
Wetness and Humidity – Daily
Respiratory Hazards – Daily exposure to toxic chemicals, dust, fumes, odors, and gases
Noise and Vibrations – Daily
Physical Hazards – Motorized equipment and heavy traffic daily
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards – Continuous exposure
Exposure to Communicable Diseases – Frequently
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees’ unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
Application Process Please contact Jamie Garcia at
Jamie.Garcia@coloradosprings.gov
or 719‑385‑5171 for any questions about this position.
To apply, visit the City of Colorado Springs Careers page and complete an online application for any position of interest. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a Government Jobs user ID and password).
We do not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
Additional Information The City’s job classifications, including physical demands and descriptions, can be found on the Colorado Springs Class Specifications page. You can view the status of your application on the City of Colorado Springs Careers page. To be notified of future career opportunities sign up for job alerts on the Job Alerts page.
Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding! Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' Total Rewards Site for additional benefits information.
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Description / Position Overview The City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome multiple Senior Equipment Operator’s to the Drainage Operation team for Public Works Operations Maintenance Division. As a Senior Equipment Operator, you will perform a variety of skilled construction and maintenance tasks to construct and maintain the City's roadway and drainage infrastructure.
Benefits Offered
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
PERA Retirement
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, and Holidays
Employee Medical Clinic and Pharmacy
Wellness Programs, Fitness Classes and Gym Discounts
Medical Management Programs
Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
Long Term Care
HRA and Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
Read more about our many benefits at
this link
About This Team & Key Duties Operate and maintain heavy machinery for installation, maintenance, and repair of drainage systems. Tasks include excavation, land clearing, and infrastructure maintenance to manage water flow, prevent flooding, and ensure public safety.
Learn more about these teams:
Roadway Maintenance |
City of Colorado Springs
Anticipated Schedule:
6:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Either Monday‑Thursday or Tuesday‑Friday depending on crew assignment after hire.
Job Type:
Full‑time; Non‑Exempt
Hiring Range:
$28.20 – $33.86
We’re an accredited pay equity employer! Your starting pay will be within the posted hiring range based on your years of experience and education.
As a Senior Equipment Operator, You Will
Operate equipment such as the long‑reach excavator, motor grader, dozer, front‑end loader, backhoe, semi‑tractor trailer, tanker, and various types of compactors; safely and properly operate various hand and power tools
Construct and maintain drainage structures using materials such as asphalt, concrete, rip‑rap, and/or geotextiles
Operate a single or tandem‑axle dump truck with plow and sander; apply chemicals, abrasives, and other ice control products during snow removal operations
Perform manual labor such as cleaning culverts, mowing, patching potholes, and shoveling muck
Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications, and technical manuals
Maintain log and record books
Enter data using Cartegraph
Schedule, coordinate, train, and direct the work of assigned maintenance staff; serve in a lead worker capacity
Knowledge Of
Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in heavy equipment operations
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices related to this type of work
Basic principles of civil engineering
Ability To
Read, write, and apply for permits specifically related to stormwater
Interpret, apply, and explain pertinent laws, rules, and regulations as well as City policies and procedures
Work independently in the absence of supervision
Minimum Qualifications
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED)
Five years of full‑time, professional experience in the related field
Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non‑probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions
Possess and maintain upon hire a valid, non‑probationary Class B Colorado CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
Possess, or obtain within one year of hire, and maintain a valid, non‑probationary Class A Colorado CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
To be considered for this position you must register your CDL (COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE) WITH THE FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse at
https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov .
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using Cartegraph
Experience obtaining permits related to stormwater and/or drainage
Physical Demands The position requires the ability to pull, reach, bend, climb, kneel, sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and 25 pounds frequently, and use fingers, hands, and legs; distinguish colors, and safely operate assigned vehicle and equipment.
Environmental Conditions
Primary Work Environment – Outdoors around moving vehicles and heavy machinery
Extreme Temperature – Daily
Wetness and Humidity – Daily
Respiratory Hazards – Daily exposure to toxic chemicals, dust, fumes, odors, and gases
Noise and Vibrations – Daily
Physical Hazards – Motorized equipment and heavy traffic daily
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards – Continuous exposure
Exposure to Communicable Diseases – Frequently
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees’ unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
Application Process Please contact Jamie Garcia at
Jamie.Garcia@coloradosprings.gov
or 719‑385‑5171 for any questions about this position.
To apply, visit the City of Colorado Springs Careers page and complete an online application for any position of interest. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a Government Jobs user ID and password).
We do not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
Additional Information The City’s job classifications, including physical demands and descriptions, can be found on the Colorado Springs Class Specifications page. You can view the status of your application on the City of Colorado Springs Careers page. To be notified of future career opportunities sign up for job alerts on the Job Alerts page.
Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding! Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' Total Rewards Site for additional benefits information.
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