Senior Equipment Operator

As a Senior Equipment Operator, you will operate the full range of heavy equipment involved in major construction, maintenance, and repair projects for the Airport's (Colorado Springs Airport)Field Maintenance Division.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST REGISTER YOUR CDL(COMMERCIAL DRIVER'S LICENSE) WITH THE FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse at https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov

• Provide guidance and direction to staff performing concrete and asphalt repair
• Train and monitor progress of lower level co-workers; oversee seasonal staff
• Assist with storm water management and maintenance
• Act as lead equipment operator during snow removal operations; serve as primary contact for the Snow Boss
• Maintain plants, trees, shrubs, landscape, fence, and signage
• Maintain all paved surfaces, including patching, painting, snow removal, and sweeping

• Operation and maintenance requirements of the full range of heavy power-driven equipment
• FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) regulations as they pertain to maintaining an airfield
• Basic principles of civil engineering
• General construction and maintenance work
• Pertinent traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in heavy equipment operations; methods and techniques of traffic control
• Pertinent safety and environment regulations, occupational hazards, and standard safety practices
• Methods and techniques of pavement marking

• Understand, learn, and apply FAA rules and regulations pertaining to a Part 139 airport
• Understand, learn, and apply TSA (Transportation Security Administration) rules and regulations pertaining to the Airport
• Safely operate the full range of complex heavy power-driven equipment
• Safely and properly operate assigned vehicle
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Perform a variety of skilled construction and maintenance tasks
• Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications, and technical manuals
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Apply and explain pertinent, laws, rules, regulations, and City policies and procedures
• Communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

• A high school diploma or GED
• Five years of full-time experience operating heavy construction and maintenance equipment
• Possess and maintain upon hire a valid, non-probationary Class B Colorado CDL (Commercial Driver's License) not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
• Possess, or obtain within one year of hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Class A Colorado CDL (Commercial Driver's License) not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
• Possess, or obtain within six months, an air brake endorsement

• Experience maintaining an airfield during winter activities
• Experience maintaining commercial irrigation systems

You will be required to report for snow removal duty which includes shift work, schedule changes, and standby time.

The selected candidate must pass (or have already passed) a fingerprint-based criminal history records check as required by the Transportation Security Administration.

Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; lift 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pound frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly; pull, reach, bend, climb, and kneel; and the use of fingers, both hands, and both legs. The ability to distinguish colors is also required.

Environmental Conditions
Primary Work Environment - Outdoors with possible exposure to extreme weather
Extreme Temperature - Daily
Wetness and Humidity - Daily
Respiratory Hazards - Daily (dust, fumes, odors, gases)
Noise and Vibrations - Daily
Physical Hazards - Daily (heavy traffic conditions)
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards - Continuously (heavy machinery and motorized equipment)
Exposure to Communicable Diseases – Frequently

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. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States.

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