Colorado Springs
Equipment Operator I - Signs & Markings and Street Sweeper
Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Equipment Operator I – Signs & Markings and Street Sweeper
The Colorado Springs Public Works division is ready to welcome multiple Equipment Operator I's to their dynamic team! As an Equipment Operator you will perform semi‑skilled maintenance tasks for the City’s Public Works Department.
Available Teams & Key Duties
Street Sweeper Team
– Operate street sweeping equipment to keep roads clean, improve safety, and prevent pollutants from entering the stormwater system. Duties include routine sweeping and debris removal.
Signs & Markings Team
– Construct, install, and maintain traffic signs and pavement markings. Operate specialized equipment, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with city traffic safety standards.
Learn more about these teams: Roadway Maintenance | City of Colorado Springs
Variety of Benefits Offered
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, and Holidays
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
PERA Retirement
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: https://coloradosprings.gov/totalrewards
Work Location
Signs & Markings:
420 W. Fontanero St., Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Street Sweeper:
688 Geiger Ct., Colorado Springs, CO 80915
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 $21.78 – $26.14
Starting Pay And Salary 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 an employee with the City of Colorado Springs, there is room to grow! Click here to view the 2026 Salary Schedule: https://coloradosprings.gov/totalrewards
Signs & Markings Team Responsibilities
Installsigns and markings, using various equipment and hand tools, in compliance with federal standards
Use Cartegraph to review work orders
Coordinate with supervisors, traffic technicians, and other departments to support signs and markings needs
Transport materials and equipment to and from maintenance and construction sites
Perform preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment
Apply chemicals, abrasives, and other ice control products
Snow and Ice Control Operations along with other emergency response as needed for different events (Snow, rain, hail, wind, fire, etc.)
Maintain log and record books
Perform manual labor such as cleaning culverts, mowing, patching potholes, and shoveling asphalt
Street Sweeper Team Responsibilities
Operate equipment such as a sweeper, front end loader, Tandem axle dump truck, utility truck with trailer, hand and power tools
Operate a single/tandem axle dump truck with plow and sander during snow removal operations
Transport material and equipment to and from maintenance and construction sites
Safely use, clean, service, and make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment and tools
Perform manual labor such as raking/shoveling dirt and asphalt, removing debris, and shoveling snow
Safely operate hand and power tools and construction and maintenance equipment
Perform grounds maintenance and clean up
Assist other divisions within the Public Works departments as business needs permit
More About the Role Learn more about the Equipment Operator I role by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page.
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate Knowledge of
Pertinent federal, state, and local guidelines and standards
The basic operation and maintenance requirements of power‑driven equipment
Practices, methods, and materials used in general construction
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
Ability to
Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods
Safely operate a variety of equipment and hand tools
Safely operate assigned vehicle
Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
One year of professional, full‑time experience in concrete labor, general construction, manual labor or another relevant field
Possess and maintain a valid, non‑probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions
Possess, or obtain within one year of hire, and maintain a valid, non‑probationary Colorado CDL Class B driver’s license which is not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
CDL Registration Requirement 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
Substitutions We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.
We Encourage All to Apply! Please contact Jamie Garcia at Jamie.Garcia@coloradosprings.gov or 719-385-5171 for any questions about this position.
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 / Frequency
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
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Available Teams & Key Duties
Street Sweeper Team
– Operate street sweeping equipment to keep roads clean, improve safety, and prevent pollutants from entering the stormwater system. Duties include routine sweeping and debris removal.
Signs & Markings Team
– Construct, install, and maintain traffic signs and pavement markings. Operate specialized equipment, conduct inspections, and ensure compliance with city traffic safety standards.
Learn more about these teams: Roadway Maintenance | City of Colorado Springs
Variety of Benefits Offered
Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, and Holidays
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
PERA Retirement
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: https://coloradosprings.gov/totalrewards
Work Location
Signs & Markings:
420 W. Fontanero St., Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Street Sweeper:
688 Geiger Ct., Colorado Springs, CO 80915
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 $21.78 – $26.14
Starting Pay And Salary 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 an employee with the City of Colorado Springs, there is room to grow! Click here to view the 2026 Salary Schedule: https://coloradosprings.gov/totalrewards
Signs & Markings Team Responsibilities
Installsigns and markings, using various equipment and hand tools, in compliance with federal standards
Use Cartegraph to review work orders
Coordinate with supervisors, traffic technicians, and other departments to support signs and markings needs
Transport materials and equipment to and from maintenance and construction sites
Perform preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment
Apply chemicals, abrasives, and other ice control products
Snow and Ice Control Operations along with other emergency response as needed for different events (Snow, rain, hail, wind, fire, etc.)
Maintain log and record books
Perform manual labor such as cleaning culverts, mowing, patching potholes, and shoveling asphalt
Street Sweeper Team Responsibilities
Operate equipment such as a sweeper, front end loader, Tandem axle dump truck, utility truck with trailer, hand and power tools
Operate a single/tandem axle dump truck with plow and sander during snow removal operations
Transport material and equipment to and from maintenance and construction sites
Safely use, clean, service, and make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment and tools
Perform manual labor such as raking/shoveling dirt and asphalt, removing debris, and shoveling snow
Safely operate hand and power tools and construction and maintenance equipment
Perform grounds maintenance and clean up
Assist other divisions within the Public Works departments as business needs permit
More About the Role Learn more about the Equipment Operator I role by reviewing the class specification on the City of Colorado Springs Class Specifications page.
We are looking for candidates who demonstrate Knowledge of
Pertinent federal, state, and local guidelines and standards
The basic operation and maintenance requirements of power‑driven equipment
Practices, methods, and materials used in general construction
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices
Ability to
Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods
Safely operate a variety of equipment and hand tools
Safely operate assigned vehicle
Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
One year of professional, full‑time experience in concrete labor, general construction, manual labor or another relevant field
Possess and maintain a valid, non‑probationary Colorado driver’s license not subject to restrictions
Possess, or obtain within one year of hire, and maintain a valid, non‑probationary Colorado CDL Class B driver’s license which is not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
CDL Registration Requirement 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
Substitutions We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.
We Encourage All to Apply! Please contact Jamie Garcia at Jamie.Garcia@coloradosprings.gov or 719-385-5171 for any questions about this position.
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 / Frequency
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
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