Construction and Maintenance Equipment Operation

Position Description Join us in shaping Seattle's streets! At the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), we don't just move people, we connect communities, build safer streets, and create a more sustainable city. With a bold vision for the future, we're tackling big challenges: making travel safer, cutting carbon emissions, and ensuring reliable, affordable transportation for everyone—no matter who they are or where they live. Seattle is growing fast, and we're growing with it. Thanks to a historic voter-approved $1.55 billion investment in transportation in 2024, we're building sidewalks, fixing bridges, and improving transit connections to keep our city moving. We're a team of problem solvers, planners, engineers, communicators, and field crews bringing purpose-driven work to life. Now, we need passionate, innovative talent like you. Let's build a Seattle that works for everyone together!

Position Overview:

The Seattle Department of Transportation's Maintenance Operations Division presents an exceptional opportunity to join a highly successful team of professionals whose mission is to deliver a safe, reliable, efficient, and socially equitable transportation system that enhances Seattle's environment and economic vitality. Maintenance Operations Division is seeking a qualified Construction & Maintenance Equipment Operator with asphalt experience. The position excavates, installs, maintains, and repairs City facilities and roadways while operating specific types of motorized construction and maintenance equipment and allied attachments. In addition, execute specific instructions and take complete responsibility for the safe operation of heavy construction and maintenance equipment. The position requires application of appropriate guidelines, such as the operating procedures, to the specific equipment used. Knowledge of the operation of construction and maintenance equipment is required, as well as, the ability to operate motorized construction and maintenance equipment and their accessories, and heavy trucks for transporting construction and maintenance equipment. Typical contacts include engineering personnel and employees from Seattle Public Utilities, City Light, Water, Parks, and Fire Departments to discuss jobs, job sites, and utility locations. This position reports to the Street Paving Crew Chief.

Work Hours/Days/Shift:

Monday - Friday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. Job Responsibilities

• The work requires practical knowledge of all aspects of asphalt in street construction and repair.
• Operate backhoe in Right-of-Way (ROW) on street Paving as well as restoration type of work.
• Operates rollers for Major Asphalt Paving 1 ton and a 3 ton, as well as an 8 to steel wheel ,8 ton rubber tire with knowledge of rolling patterns.
• Operate front end loaders to move materials, equipment, and supplies as well as load dump trucks.
• Operate mobile sweepers on our grinding pavement projects.
• Maintains, troubleshoots, and cleans equipment. Checks oil, water, and tire pressure. Washes windows and washes off dirt and grease. Inspect job assignments for overhead obstructions and hazardous conditions.
• Drive trucks and truck/trailer combinations to and from job sites, or to move materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Ensures that safety measures are observed when loading and unloading material.
• May be required to act in a lead capacity at job sites where all other activities are secondary to equipment operation.
• Required to be a working member of the team.
• Document daily activities, inspections, and accomplishments.
• Support department goals in promoting race, diversity, and social justice.

These responsibilities are only a summary of typical functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

One-year experience in heavy equipment operation with maintenance or completion of a recognized course in construction and maintenance equipment operation, including practical operating experience and instruction in mechanical principles and general construction and maintenance procedures.

OR:

An equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the position duties

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience operating Asphalt Paving rollers 1 ton,3 ton and 8 ton both steel & rubber tire.
• Experience operating Backhoes in regard to paving.
• Experience operating mechanical and regenerative mobile sweepers preferred.
• Experience driving truck and trailer with equipment loaded a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to dealing with all issues and people fairly, consistently, and equitably.
• Knowledge of state and federal safety regulations.
• Good work history and positive attendance.
• Ability to be flexible within a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to effectively work in a multi-cultural workplace with a diverse customer base.
• Demonstrates safety knowledge.

Work Environment /

Physical Demands:

• Works outdoors in all weather.
• Exposed to dust, dirt, high noise levels, diesel and gas fumes, and engine exhaust.
• Moderate physical exertion required to operate equipment.
• Standing, bending, stooping, and lifting in excess of 50 pounds sometimes required.

License, Certification, and Other Requirements:

• Current Washington State Commercial Class A driver's license with the Air Brake restriction removed.
• Full driver abstract. (Will be required at the interview).
• Any relevant certifications regarding heavy equipment operation (ex: Graduation cert from a training facility).

Additional Information Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete. Hiring Process Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered: 1.Completed NEOGOV online application. 2.Supplemental questionnaire responses. Job offer is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process and may include a criminal history background check, a pre-placement medical examination, a review of driving history, and reference information. Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The full salary range for this position is $ 42.90 - $ 46.53 per hour. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

Who May Apply:

This position is open to all candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ people, people with disabilities, veterans and those with diverse life experiences. Accommodations for people with disabilities is provided on request. The City is a Drug Free Workplace.