City of Arcadia is hiring: Equipment Operator in Arcadia

Equipment Operator – City of Arcadia

About Arcadia

Nestled along the rolling foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and Angeles National Forest, Arcadia is a charming, family-oriented community with a population of just over 57,000. Located only 13 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, regional transportation networks like the Metro Gold Line connect Arcadia as a premier residential, shopping, and entertainment destination in the San Gabriel Valley. Arcadia is known for its top‑rated schools, iconic landmarks, and serene neighborhoods. The city has been twice named as the Best City in California in which to Raise Kids and has been recognized as a business‑friendly city in Los Angeles County.

Job Description

The Public Works Department seeks an experienced Equipment Operator who is technically competent, detail‑ and solution‑oriented, and possesses a great attitude. The incumbent will operate a variety of light and heavy‑duty construction equipment—including pick‑up trucks, street sweepers, dump trucks, sewer cleaning equipment, cranes, skip loaders, front‑end loaders, heavy and light tapping machines, jack hammers, concrete saws, pipe‑locating equipment, leak‑locating equipment, cement mixers, valve trucks, and threading machines. The operator will also perform maintenance and repair work on streets, sidewalks, and water distribution systems, handle access, drainage, and vehicle sight‑distance requirements, and support storm‑drain and water‑system operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate light and heavy‑duty construction equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform maintenance and repair work on streets, sidewalks, water distribution systems, and associated utilities.
• Remove damaged paving, compact, fill, repave, and repair paved surfaces with asphalt, concrete, brick, and interlocking pavers.
• Remove weeds, trim plant growth, and maintain visibility and safety along rights‑of‑way.
• Assist with storm‑drain system maintenance by removing debris from gutters, manholes, and culverts.
• Conduct flagging or other traffic control during maintenance projects and emergencies.
• Install, modify, and repair water‑supply piping, valves, and appurtenances, as well as meter boxes and lids.
• Construct, maintain, and repair concrete block, concrete, or wooden structures, fences, gates, and other public‑works infrastructure.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in maintenance and construction work, including two years operating heavy equipment.
• Completion of twelfth‑grade education with journey‑level training in equipment operation.
• Possession of or ability to obtain, within one year, a valid Class “A” driver’s license.
• Possession of or ability to obtain, within one year, a public‑works certificate or a State water‑distribution operator Grade II certificate.
• Knowledge of diesel and gasoline heavy and light equipment operations, public‑works maintenance programs, safety practices, and record‑keeping principles.
• Skill to use a wide range of hand and power tools, perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, and operate a motor vehicle safely.
• Ability to make minor repairs, perform preventive maintenance, resolve problems, work independently, follow oral and written instructions, communicate clearly, and foster positive relationships.
• Physical capability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift up to 100 lb, and tolerate exposure to cold, heat, vibration, chemicals, and loud noises.
• Availability for on‑call, stand‑by, and emergency duties.

Benefits and Compensation

• CalPERS retirement plan.
• Three‑tier monthly benefit allowance: $866 (Employee only), $1,440 (Employee + 1), $1,800 (Family).
• City‑paid vision plan for employee and family.
• City‑paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and long‑term disability coverage.
• Expected salary increases of 5% effective 07/01/2026.
• Tuition reimbursement/advancement upon completion of probationary period.

Recruitment Process and Dates

• Application deadline: 11:59 PM Sunday, December 28, 2025.
• Qualifications, appraisal interviews (100 %), and practical exam (pass/fail): tentative Thursday, January 15, 2026.

Application Instructions

A fully completed online application is required. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed, or hard‑copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required online employment application. All certificates, resumes, cover letters, and other documents requested by the City must be uploaded with your online application.

After the application review, candidates who are best qualified may be invited to a qualifying written or performance evaluation and an interview weighted 100 %. The City reserves the right to limit the number of interviews conducted. If you have a disability that may require accommodation in the selection process, notify Human Resources in writing when you submit your application.

Pre‑employment background and medical examinations are additional requirements for hire. Failure at any stage will result in removal from the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Arcadia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.