Heavy Equipment Operator

Description

Summit County's Road and Bridge Department is seeking seasonal full time Heavy Equipment Operators. Ability to operate a variety of heavy equipment such as trucks and/or trailers, loaders, steamers, and common construction tools and to observe safety regulations.

Examples of Duties

Operate, or be trained to operate, heavy equipment such as motor graders, trucks and/or trailers, loaders, backhoes, dozers, excavators, steamers and sweepers to grade roads, plow snow, haul gravel and other materials, repair bridges, install and repair culverts, and complete other projects required to maintain County infrastructure and right-of-ways; assess equipment capabilities and decide which equipment is best suited for a particular job; provide traffic control flagging and signage installation; responsible for operating equipment safely and keeping equipment functioning and in good repair, including such tasks as conducting daily and required routine equipment inspections to identify needed maintenance and notifying mechanic of major maintenance items; perform preventative or minor maintenance such as wearing edge changes and lubrication; may be assigned to seasonal road maintenance project crews for asphalt patching/paving, dust suppression, road sweeping, crack sealing, tree trimming, or other maintenance tasks; assist other workers in performing their duties; respond politely and accurately to public inquiries onsite regarding road and bridge work that is being performed or direct comments to supervisor as appropriate. Must be available to work overtime and/or on a flexible schedule on an as needed basis. Other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Three years of experience as a heavy equipment operator.

Valid Colorado Commercial Vehicle Driver License (CDL), minimum of a Class B.

Supplemental Information

This position is open until filled. To apply, please submit Summit County job application and resume online at or mail to Summit County Government, Human Resources, P.O. Box 68, Breckenridge, CO 80424. For questions about the position, please email Dan at .

All positions are subject to a pre-employment criminal background check, and requires proof of citizenship or authorization for employment in the U.S.

Equal Opportunity Employer