Operator II

. Job Posting Closes at 11:59PM on: 05/31/26

Division:

Road & Bridge Division Management Level:

Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Benefit Eligibility:

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Operator II is the journeyman level classification in the Equipment Operator series. The Operator II performs semi-skilled and skilled duties in the operation of vehicles, equipment, and tools used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of county roads and right-of-ways. Operates medium and heavy equipment, such as asphalt paver, screed, roto mill, vacuum jetter truck, motor grader, front end loader, backhoe, and tandem-axel trucks. Performs ground operations for various equipment. Duties vary by district and may include operation of equipment in the preparation of final asphalt overlay, culvert maintenance, hauling materials, and assisting in graveling roads, shoveling, raking, sweeping, traffic control, and snow and ice control. Before submitting your application, please visit our website for more information on our districts, shop locations, and service areas.

https:

//www.jeffco.us/787/Road-Bridge-Division

SCHEDULE

This position is a full time, 40 hr/week role typically working four

• 10 hr shifts during the summer, and five
• 8 hour shifts during winter.

Positions are hiring in

COMPENSATION

Hiring Range:

$33.11

• 39.

73 USD Hourly Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills. We offer an additional $2.50/hour Remote Location Differential to all employees who work at our mountain shops (Shaffers, Critchell, Evergreen, Lookout Mtn., Indian Hills, Coal Creek).

BENEFITS

Benefits of Working at

Jeffco Road & Bridge:

PPE including Winter Coat, Insulated Bibs, & Other Clothing, Hard Hat, Vests, Safety Glasses, Gloves, and Ear Protection Reimbursements for Safety Toe Shoes and Prescription Safety Glasses Snow Removal Training Well Maintained Late Model Equipment & Trucks Promotional Opportunities 12 Paid Holidays (96 hours) Per Year Up to 160 hours Paid Time Off Per Year See more details on our Employment Benefits website

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Essential duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform road maintenance operations, including milling asphalt, repaving roads, filling potholes, applying crack-seal, repairing concrete, street sweeping, maintaining gutters and drainage, gravel road maintenance, and snow removal from county-maintained roadways. Ensure roads are clear during snow events by performing snowplowing and sweeping operations. Safely operate and drive equipment or vehicles while performing construction, maintenance, and other work. Perform equipment and vehicle pre/post-trip inspections as defined by federal guidelines and inspect other items affecting safe operations. Perform routine cleaning and minor maintenance, as necessary. Inspect and prepare all equipment for use by performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on trucks and equipment, including fueling, cleaning, lubricating, and changing tires. Plan and request maintenance service and repair for specific equipment. Prepare equipment for specific uses by making necessary modifications. Respond to emergencies and snow removal operations 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and report to an assigned shop within one hour of being called.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED. A minimum of two-year work-related experience in the operation of equipment and/or vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more. Must be at least 18 years old by hire date. Valid Driver's License for 2 consecutive years prior to hire date. If from out of state, must obtain a Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of hire. Must obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement and Air Brake restriction removed as well as a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card within 12 months of hire. Employment is contingent on meeting all applicable CDL, DOT, and FMCSA requirements. May be required to obtain Flagger, Traffic Control Supervisor, Stormwater Management, and/or Erosion Control certifications. May be required to obtain a Class A CDL or a Hazmat endorsement. Respond to emergencies and snow removal operations 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and report to an assigned shop within one hour of being called.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with road construction or maintenance. A valid Class A or unrestricted Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement and Air Brake restriction removed, as well as a valid Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card. Experience with asphalt operations. Experience with public works.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

Accommodations Statement:

We encourage people with disabilities to apply and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout our hiring process. For assistance with applications, interviews, or other hiring-related accommodations, contact careertalent@jeffco.us. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot provide application status updates. Offer of employment is contingent on passing a criminal history, MVR check, drug screen and physical exam. To be considered, you must not have any major violations, nor

DUI, DWI, DWAI

in the past three years. Must provide a valid Driver's License and current copy of your full Motor Vehicle Record at the time of the interview. If you currently hold a CDL, you must provide your

CDL, DOT

medical card, and current copy of your full CDLIS motor record at the time of interview. Jefferson County adheres to pre

• and post-employment drug testing regulations for positions requiring a CDL. In following Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Jefferson County is required to contact previous employers to obtain information on past alcohol and drug testing.

• Please Note:

  Due to CDL guidelines, we review work experience within the last ten years. Please make sure that you document your past and current job-related experience. If your application does not include work experience from the last ten years, your application may be disqualified or delay the process.
• Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

APPLICATION

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. All applicants must submit an online employment application by 11:59PM on the posted cut-off date. Follow this link to apply now: Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities A resume and cover letter submitted with your application is encouraged but will not substitute for the information requested on the application. Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team if selected. To view the status of your application, please log into your candidate portal. For more details on the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs Questions? Contact the Jefferson County Recruitment Team at 303-271-8420 or CareerTalent@Jeffco.us

Education:

Experience:

Work Experience:

Minimum two years

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Driver's License

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Employment-Benefits Library Recruiting:

HR@JeffcoLibrary.org 303-275-6168

Sheriff Recruiting:

Sheriff.

Recruiting@jeffco.us 303-271-5332 All other departments: CareerTalent@jeffco.us 303-271-8400 You will receive communication from us through Email or Phone. Be sure to add jefferson@myworkday.com to your contacts so you don't miss anything! You may be asked to log into your Jeffco Workday Candidate Home Account to complete tasks such as pick an interview time, complete a background consent form, and/or acknowledge a letter outlining the details of employment. Passionate about serving our community but didn't see a job that fits your career goals? Don't worry, we are always updating our career site! Sign up for alerts to be the first to know when your dream job is posted! Once you have created a Candidate profile, you'll be able to set up job interest alerts! This means you would be the first to know when we post a position that matches your desired role! Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups tend to apply only when they check every box in the posting. If you are reading this and hesitating to click "apply" for that reason, we encourage you to go for it! A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience. Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons. The County affirms the rights of all employees and applicants for employment to be protected from discrimination, intimidation, physical harm and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, hairstyle associated with racial identity or any other status protected by Federal or State law.