Equipment Operator II – South Drainage Operations at City of Colorado Springs

Description / Position OverviewEquipment Operator II - Drainage OperationsThe City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome an Equipment Operator II to their Public Works Maintenance Operations division! As an Equipment Operator I you will be responsible for operating and maintaining heavy machinery used in the installation maintenance and repair of drainage systems. This role involves clearing and excavating land for proper drainage ensuring safe and efficient operation of equipment such as backhoes excavators and trenchers and working with a team to manage water flow prevent flooding and maintain infrastructure.Learn more about this team:Roadway Maintenance City of Colorado Springs*This position is subject to budget-required furloughs to be implemented in the 2026 calendar year and any furloughs subsequently approved.*Benefits Offered:Medical Dental and Vision InsurancePERA RetirementPaid Time Off: Vacation Sick and HolidaysEmployee Medical Clinic and PharmacyWellness Programs Fitness Classes and Gym DiscountsMedical Management ProgramsBasic & Voluntary Life InsuranceShort & Long Term DisabilityLong Term CareHRA and Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent CareRead more about our many benefits at this link: Type:Full-time; non-exemptWork Schedule:Schedule is generally 6:30AM - 5:00PM. Either Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday depending on crew assignments after hire. This position requires that you are available for emergency callout.Hiring Range:$25.87 - $31.06Were 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 this link to view the salary range for this position: 2025 Salary ScheduleAs an Equipment Operator II you will:Safely operate construction and maintenance equipment such as hand and power tools streetsweepers dump trucks equipped with plows and sanders front-end loaders and tandem axle trucksTransport materials and equipment to and from maintenance and construction sitesPerform preventive maintenance on a variety of equipmentApply chemicals abrasives and other ice control productsMaintain log and record booksPerform manual labor such as cleaning culverts mowing patching potholes and shoveling asphaltLearn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on theCity of Colorado Springs Class Specifications PageWe are looking for candidates who demonstrate:Knowledge of:Traffic laws ordinances and rules involved in light and heavy equipment operationMethods and techniques of traffic controlMethods and techniques of planning and executing drainage operationsSafe operation of vacuum trucks excavators and compaction equipmentAbility to:Work independently in the absence of supervisionUnderstand and apply pertinent laws rules and regulationsMinimum QualificationsEquivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED)Three yearsofprofessionalfull-time experiencein general constructionmanual labororarelated fieldPossess or obtain upon hire and maintain a valid non-probationary Colorado drivers license not subject to restrictionsPossess upon hire and maintain a valid non-probationary Colorado Class B CDL not subject to restrictions is required for this positionTo be considered for this position you must register your CDL (COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE) WITH THE FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse atSubstitutions: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!Preferred QualificationsThe following qualifications are not required but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.Consistently take initiative and proactively seek out opportunities to drive innovationExemplify strong teamwork by actively engaging in team efforts taking responsibility and reliably achieving or surpassing performance goals to motivate and inspire othersAdditional InformationPlease contact Jamie Garcia at or for any questions about this position.Physical Demands:Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantlyEnvironmental Conditions/ Frequency:Primary Work Environment OutdoorsExtreme Temperature ContinuouslyWetness and Humidity ContinuouslyRespiratory Hazards ContinuouslyNoise and Vibrations ContinuouslyPhysical Hazards ContinuouslyMechanical and/or Electrical Hazards ContinuouslyExposure to Communicable Diseases FrequentlyEqual Opportunity EmployerThe City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position area of assignment and specific job assignments including shift differential pay differential acting or lead special assignment hazard pay longevity cell phone allowance uniform allowance relocation awards standby call out compensatory time off tuition overtime extra duty incentive holiday premium proficiency and vacation sell back.NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities knowledge skills and abilities associated with the position.The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1 H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Apply to Join Our TeamPlease visit theCity of Colorado Springs Careers pageand review our opportunities. Click on Apply button to complete an online application for any position of interest. All job applicants will need to create a new login and online application (unless you already have a Government Jobs user ID and password).Completing your application in full including the entire work experience section will assist Human Resources in the applicant screening process. Your application may not be considered if all of the information requested for each employer you list is not provided.Applicants may redact information from their resumes certifications transcripts or any other additional application materials that identify the applicants age date of birth or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.We encourage candidates with out-of-state credentials to inquire about expedited processing of Colorado licensing with the Colorado Occupational Credential Portability information can be found at the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies Licensing Portability pageOur Government Jobs application system does not allow you to edit your application after it has been submitted for a position. If you want to make changes you may submit another application prior to the positions closing date and time listed in the job posting. HR will review the last application you submit for a position.The Citys job classifications including physical demands and descriptions can be found on theColorado Springs Class Specifications pageYou can view the status of your application on the City of Colorado Springs Careers page.To be notified of future career opportunities sign up for job alerts on the Job Alerts page. Key Skills Mechanic Experience,Crane,caterpillar,Construction Experience,Heavy Equipment Operation,Water Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Paving,Dozer,Equipment Repair,Excavator,Front Loader Truck Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 25 - 31