Gunnison County is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator in Gunnison

Overview Join to apply for the Heavy Equipment Operator role at Gunnison County . Job Summary The Gunnison County Public Works Department is now accepting applications for a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator I. The opening is a 40 hour per week position with full benefits. This position operates a wide variety of light, medium, and limited heavy equipment used in the maintenance and construction of County roads. Also performs manual tasks associated with equipment operations and road maintenance and construction. Performs operator required maintenance on all equipment used. Pay Rate Heavy Equipment Operator I: hourly range is from $23.60 to $26.87, depending on experience, plus full benefits. Heavy Equipment Operator II: hourly range is from $27.84 to $31.69, depending on experience, plus full benefits. The County pays monthly on the last weekday of the month. Hiring Manager Gunnison County Public Works Phone: (970) 641-0044 Anticipated Job Posting Close Date Open until filled. Benefits Housing is held for Gunnison County Employees and may be available for you to rent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Vacation Leave: based on years of service starting at 8 hours/month Sick Leave: 8 hours for each month of service Dependent Care FSA FSA and HSA Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance 1x Annual Salary Employer Paid Norton LifeLock Membership Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, including spouse and children Employee Assistance Program Mandatory 401(a) 3% Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement 401(a) 3% Employer Contribution match Voluntary 457(b) Pre-tax or After-tax Contribution to CRA - Empower Retirement 457(b) Up to a 3% Employer Contribution match Discounted Pet Insurance, and Gym Memberships Job Requirements Must possess a valid Colorado driver’s license. Must complete ICS 100 and ICS 700 within the first year of employment. Valid Class B CDL with tanker endorsement preferred. Current flagging certification. Willingness to participate in and complete certification for MSHA Part 46. Willingness to take and successfully complete a First Aid class, CPR class, and other specialized or safety training that may be offered by the Public Works Department or other training facility. Willingness to take additional training such as Road Scholar classes, etc. to improve job skills. Qualifications Education and experience: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, and two (2) years of experience relating to construction, maintenance, or repair, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Government Administration #J-18808-Ljbffr