Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator II (Construction Sweeper)

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services. For more information, please visit the DOTI website.

Street Maintenance, a division within the City and County of Denver's Department of Transportation and Infrastructure, is responsible for keeping Denver's streets and alleys safe, clean, and reliable year-round. The division oversees a wide range of essential services, including pothole repair, milling, paving, patching, alley maintenance, and citywide street sweeping. It also operates Denver's asphalt plant, which produces the materials necessary to resurface and maintain the city's transportation infrastructure. In addition, Street Maintenance leads Denver's citywide snow response program, ensuring timely and efficient snow removal to keep roadways accessible during winter weather.

To support these critical operations, the Street Maintenance team is currently hiring for an Equipment Operator II (Construction Sweeper) position. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to the maintenance and improvement of Denver's streets, alleys, and transportation network while serving the community through all seasons.

Specifically, as an Equipment Operator II (Construction Sweeper) you will:

• Operates construction street sweeper as needed on road surface to sweep up construction debris
• Observation, maintenance, and filling of sweeper water system tanks and hopper (tank for sweeper tailings/debris)
• Operates medium sized, specialized equipment in the performance of a variety of construction, maintenance, and other work including the use of attachments designed to perform specialized tasks in combination with the vehicle's operation or mode of function and ensures the safe and efficient operation of equipment and a variety of work-related tools
• Inspects vehicle for loose parts, damaged or worn tires, proper air pressure in tires, and other items affecting its safe operation and completes a pre/post trip inspection as defined by federal guidelines.
• Observes on-board instruments while operating equipment and takes routine corrective action if malfunctions are indicated
• Performs manual labor in construction, maintenance, or other work-related duties when not driving equipment to or operating it at the work site
• Assists in preventative maintenance of equipment by washing and servicing vehicles with water, oil, and fuel, performs basic maintenance, and makes minor running repairs
• Keeps trip records and logs, reports defects in the vehicle's operations, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicle
• Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner and provides information within the area of assignment.
• Participates in snow removal duties
• Provides training to less experienced employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• Previous experience operating a construction sweeper in a variety of weather conditions
• Knowledge of city of Denver streets/alleys and use of maps

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.
• Experience Requirement: Three (3) years of general labor experience which must include two (2) years of experience operating light to medium sized equipment.
• Education/Experience Equivalency: Additional appropriate experience may be substituted for the minimum education requirements. License/Certifications: This job requires driving. Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL "B") with appropriate endorsements at the time of application.
• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

At the time of application, candidates are required to hold a valid CDL clear of any restrictions or under prohibited status in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse. This position requires a background check, physical, and drug test.

Applicants for commercial driving positions must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Commercial drivers must be able to do the following in English:

• Converse with the general public
• Understand highway traffic signs and signals
• Respond to official inquiries
• Make entries on reports and records

Application Deadline: This position is expected to stay open until Sunday, June 21, 2026. Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than June 21st at 11:59 PM to ensure consideration.