Heavy Equipment Operator Associate / Heavy Equipment Operator / Heavy Equipment Sr. Operator

Denver Water • Denver, Colorado, United States • $21 - $41 / hour • 4w ago

Position Summary

Under direct supervision, perform skilled work in the operation of heavy construction equipment used in Denver Water operations. Operate heavy equipment and machinery, excavating and materials handling equipment, backhoes, loaders, excavators, dump trucks, boring machines, and sweepers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Heavy Equipment Associate & Heavy Equipment Operator:

Responsible for the operation of all equipment on respective departmental job sites. Lubricate, maintain, and replace typical wear and tear components on equipment during use.
Use knowledge of state highway rules and regulations about loads, lengths, and widths. Use pertinent information from the Engineering Standards and Operating Rules.
Assist in the installation, repair, and maintenance of water distribution pipelines, hydrants, services, valves, and related components.
Load, unload, and store material such as pipe, pipe components, chemicals, cement, and lumber.
Perform excavation and backfilling of trenches, install pipes, valves, and other components, and ensure proper compaction of soil to meet project requirements.
Use a variety of tools and resources including electronic, pipe locator, measuring wheel, maps, and GIS system to locate water mains, conduits, and service lines.
May be required to perform on call duty, work shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as directed, and work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
Carry out the organization's Safety program through job performance and attendance at scheduled safety meetings.
Must be able to perform safety sensitive functions.
Participate in training programs and stay updated on equipment operation techniques, and safety practices.

Heavy Equipment Sr. Operator: Will have additional Essential Duties outlined below.

Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to new equipment operators as needed.
May act as lead of a crew while operating equipment.
Operate, load and haul side dump and lowboy trailers.
Perform related work as required.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED
Any equivalent combination of certifications, education, or experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities for the position. Licenses, Registration, and Certifications
Must have a satisfactory driving record at time of hire.

Heavy Equipment Associate Operator

Minimum 1 years of related utility work experience. Heavy equipment excavation experience preferred.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Minimum 2 years of heavy equipment excavation experience.

Heavy Equipment Sr. Operator

Minimum 4 years of heavy equipment excavation experience.

Licenses, Registration, and Certifications

Heavy Equipment Associate & Heavy Equipment Operator

Must have a satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
Must obtain a valid Class ‘B’ Colorado Commercial Driver’s License within 6 months of hire.
Must obtain a valid Class ‘A’ Colorado Commercial Driver’s License within 12 months of hire.

Heavy Equipment Sr. Operator

Must possess a valid Class ‘B’ Colorado Commercial Driver’s License and have a satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
Must obtain a valid Class ‘A’ Colorado Commercial Driver’s License within 6 months.

Safety Sensitive Requirements

This is a safety sensitive job where an employee’s direct action/inaction may lead to immediate harm to self, team, or the public and/or will have significant risk to the mission of Denver Water. To promote the safety, employees in this job must possess English proficiency adequate to effectively communicate with customers and coworkers, including proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Respiratory Protection Testing