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VISION
El Paso County will be a trusted regional leader known for excellence in county service delivery.
PURPOSE
We provide essential public services to the Pikes Peak Region in support of our residents, businesses, and communities, enhancing the freedom for all to thrive.
VALUES
Service Focused Collaborative Accountable Trustworthy Transparent
Job Summary
Build Your Career. Serve Your Community.
Join Our Team as an Equipment Operator I/II/III!
Are you ready to make a real impact in your community while growing a rewarding career? The Department of Public Works, Highway Division, is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Equipment Operators. This is your chance to work hands-on maintaining, repairing, and building infrastructure that keeps our community safe and connected.
What You'll Do
As an Equipment Operator, you'll operate a variety of equipment and tools to perform essential roadway maintenance and repair tasks. Your work will directly support safe travel and strong infrastructure across El Paso County.
Typical responsibilities include:
Operating construction and maintenance vehicles safely and efficiently.
Performing snow removal and responding to on-call emergencies such as floods or storm clean-up.
Setting up safe, compliant construction work zones to protect the traveling public.
Loading, unloading, and maintaining equipment and materials.
Accurately recording tasks performed and materials used.
Explore Your Areas of Impact
Applicants are encouraged to review the following section summaries and identify areas that best align with their skills and interests:
Roadway Asphalt Section* -- Preserve and maintain paved surfaces through pothole repairs, crack sealing, patching, and surface maintenance.
Drainage, Stormwater, and Bridge Maintenance Section* -- Maintain stormwater systems and small bridge assets through culvert cleaning, ditch reshaping, inlet/outlet care, and minor bridge repairs.
Traffic Section (Signs, Striping, and Traffic Control)* -- Install and maintain roadway signs, apply pavement markings, and manage traffic control measures to meet safety standards.
Truck String (Chipping Program Execution)* -- Operate equipment for chipping projects that restore skid resistance, waterproof surfaces, and extend pavement life.
Motorized Road Grader Sections (Graveling Program Execution)* -- Use graders and support equipment to maintain gravel roads and complete annual graveling programs.
Gravel Road Reclaimer Crew (Dust Abatement Program)* -- Apply dust palliatives, prepare and regrade surfaces, and improve road safety and air quality.
General Maintenance Section -- Perform debris removal, tree trimming, mowing, and sidewalk clearing to enhance roadway safety and appearance.
Note: All sections participate in snow removal and emergency responses, including rotating on-call assignments for adverse weather and roadway hazards.
A Career That Grows With You
This is more than a job; it's a career path. The Equipment Operator series allows you to progress from Level I to II to III as you demonstrate your skills, dedication, and leadership. If you're motivated, safety-conscious, and eager to contribute to a high-performing team, we'd love to have you on board. Apply today to begin your journey as an Equipment Operator with the Department of Public Works!
Positions currently available on the following crews: Traffic, Asphalt, Urban Drainage, Rural Drainage, Truck String, and General Maintenance.
Equipment Operator I
Full Salary Range: $20.625 - $27.779
Hiring Range: $20.910 - $25.092
Anticipated Hiring Rate: $23.001
Equipment Operator II
Full Salary Range: $22.659 - $31.707
Hiring Range: $23.001 - $27.183
Anticipated Hiring Rate: $25.685
Equipment Operator III
Full Salary Range: $24.375 - $35.284
Hiring Range: $26.138 - $30.320
Anticipated Hiring Rate: $28.229
This position has an anticipated work schedule of Monday -- Thursday, 6:30am -- 5:00pm and on-call as needed,
subject to change.
Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.
Operates a variety of equipment and tools to perform maintenance and repair functions, construction, installations, or other work under direct supervision for an assigned Department of Public Works, Highway Division Operational Team. Performs snow removal operations. This position is part of the Equipment Operator career progression series, which includes Equipment Operator I, Equipment Operator II, and Equipment Operator III. An employee is eligible to advance to the next position within the series when the employee has met the criteria for advancement as notated within the job description and has received a recommendation from the Hiring Authority. Employment is subject to the terms, conditions, and policies detailed in the Personnel Policies Manual (PPM). This position requires regular in-person presence as an essential job function.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Performs a variety of maintenance, repair, and construction duties under direct supervision. Work may be for various crews, including asphalt, general maintenance, truck string, drainage, reclamation/stabilization, blades, signals, and traffic and signs.
Performs manual labor using various tools, materials, and equipment. Performs snow removal operations.
Loads and unloads equipment and materials.
Prepares, maintains, and cleans equipment and job sites for various projects.
Safely operates various @types of construction and maintenance vehicles in compliance with laws, ordinances, policies, and procedures.
Maintains complete and accurate records of all work performed, including tasks performed and materials used.
Sets up and maintains compliant construction work zones.
Provides work zone traffic control, including flagging duties. Ensures safety procedures are followed.
Responds to on-call after-hours emergencies, such as snow removal, flood repair, tornado clean-up, or other natural disaster or safety needs for the motoring public.
Performs other duties as required.
Equipment Operator III
Trains staff in various duties as assigned.
Performs as the Team Lead in their absence.
Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority and requires no supervision or direction of others.
Supervision Received: Receives intermittent supervision. This classification normally performs the job by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Re
