Perform the duties of an Equipment Operator for the Streets Division in the Public Works Department. Summer work hours are 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. four days per week. Winter work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. five days per week. Required to work on-call and overtime as needed.
The salary range for this position is $23.50- $29.47 per hour with a hiring range of $23.50 – $24.90, depending on qualifications and experience.
First Reading of applications will take place on: Monday, 5/8/23 at 12:00 P.M. M.S.T.
Working at Loveland
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Prepares vehicle mileage reports.
- Performs routine maintenance on assigned vehicle.
- Performs a thorough pre-trip and post-trip DOT inspection of assigned equipment.
- Operates a variety of equipment such as pickup truck, tandem axel dump truck, tractor with drag box, asphalt roller, forklift, tandem axel water truck, wheel loader. May also be asked to operate class A tractor with flatbed trailer or side dump trailer, mowing tractor, motor grader, pothole spray patcher, trackless with weed spraying attachment, street sweeper, crack-seal machine, tack trailer, roto mill, asphalt paver.
Asphalt Crew:
- Fills cracks in the asphalt during the colder months.
- Roto milling and asphalt patching during the warmer months.
- Will work with or on other Streets crews if assigned by supervisor.
- Other duties as assigned.
Alley Crew:
- Responsible for the maintenance on all alleys. Maintenance includes leveling/ filling holes, dig out/rebuild, tree trimming.
- Preforms small concrete repairs on curb heads and medians.
- Hauls large logs for the Urban Forestry Division.
- Responsible for the maintenance of the liquid tank farm, brine machine, and the production of salt brine.
- Will work with or on other Streets crews if assigned by supervisor.
- Other duties as assigned.
Winter Operations (All Crews):
- Operates a tandem axel dump truck equipped with front snow plow side wing plow, and combination liquid/granular spreader. Operates liquid anti-icing/deicing tandem axel truck with front plow.
- Operates snow removal equipment on a twelve-hour shift, as designated by supervisor.
- Consolidation and removal of snow from the downtown area.
- Ice cutting for drainage issues.
- Pick-up and removal of snow piles/hazards.
- Clearing out right-of-way sidewalks
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Possess knowledge of road construction, repairs, and general maintenance procedures. Possess skill in the operation of light to medium equipment needed to construct, repair, and maintain roads. Possess knowledge of snow and ice control techniques, materials, and be able to operate snowplows with anti-icing/de-icing equipment. Must work safely and follow all established safety rules, regulations, and procedures. Must be able to follow oral instructions and communicate effectively with co-workers, lead workers and supervisors. Basic knowledge of the City’s geography preferred. Must be able to work odd hours, weekends, and overtime, particularly during snow season.
Core competencies:
Accountability, Collaboration, Service & courtesy and kindness, Innovation, Integrity and Safety
Job specific competencies:
Job Knowledge, Equipment Operation, Reporting, Community Relations,
Responsiveness
Education and/or experience:
Previous experience in motor-grader operation, front-end loader operation, tandem-axle dump trucks, tractor/trailer hauling, mowing operations, spraying weeds with chemicals, snow removal operation, paving and patching, crack sealing, and roto-milling operations are highly desirable.
Licensure and/or certifications:
- Must possess a valid Class B commercial driver’s license with an Air Brake and Tanker Endorsements.
- Class A commercial driver’s license preferred. Must be able to obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license within six months if required.
- Traffic Control Technician and Flagging Certificates highly desired.
Weeds/Pothole Crew:
- Hold or obtain A Colorado Department of Agriculture, Certified Operator license required within six months of hire.
Material and equipment directly used:
Air compressor, jackhammer, herbicide applicator, pickups, hand tools, shovel, rake, pick, asphalt rake, motorized hand tamper, weed whip, welding equipment, hot mix asphalt, cold mix asphalt, road base, concrete, liquid and granular snow chemicals, telephone, calculator, photocopier, fax machine, snow plan, maps, computer skills, and two-way radios, chain saw, etc. Must use personal protective equipment as required.
Working conditions and physical requirements:
Requires pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, reaching, move and placing objects (up to 50 lbs.) and performing strenuous manual labor to perform the essential functions of the job. Manual dexterity is required to complete work tasks through safe and proper operation of hand tools, power tools, motor vehicles and construction equipment. Must work in adverse conditions such as: extreme weather variances; heavy traffic and equipment noise; within close proximity to moving vehicles, around fuels, hot oil and asphalt mixtures and fumes. Must be able to reach the Street Division’s office/shop located at 2525 West First Street within 30 minutes. Required to be on call for after hour and weekend emergency duty approximately every 12 weeks. In anticipation of adverse weather conditions, preparedness for call back is expected.
Considered essential personnel required to report for duty in response to community emergencies (e.g. natural disaster, fire, flood, blizzard, etc.)
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE!
In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America.
Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance.
A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong!
Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:
- Two (2) medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
- Employee Health & Wellness Center (self/family)
- Paid vacation, holidays, and medical leave
- Flexible spending including Dependent Care
- Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
- Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary 529 College Invest program
- Personal and Professional Development opportunities
- Discounted recreation passes
- Employee recognition program
- Exceptional work-life balance
- Market based pay & regular performance reviews
- Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.
A driving record and criminal history background check will be obtained pre-employment. Selection process will comply with DOT regulations including post-offer drug screening and previous employer safety performance request.