Apprentice Equipment Operator

Job Description

Apprentice Equipment Operator - Project Team

HIRING RANGE: $19.81 - $22.30 per hour

About the Position:
The Operations and Maintenance Team contributes to a variety of maintenance operations for multiple departments throughout the City. As an Apprentice Equipment Operator, on the Operations and Maintenance Team, you will perform a variety of entry-level duties in the construction, repair, and maintenance of City grounds, parks, cemeteries, golf courses, and various systems, including streets, irrigation, storm drainage, wastewater, and collections. You will work alongside other operators, gaining valuable knowledge and experience in various trades.

What You'll Do:

• Operate a variety of equipment, including dump trucks, loaders, backhoes, forklifts, tractors, grounds keeping equipment, snow removal equipment, power and hand tools, and other specialized maintenance and construction equipment related to the area of assignment.
• Plant, water, and maintain landscaped areas consisting of turf, bushes, trees, flowers, and shrubs; design, pre-order, and maintain pots, barrels, and other containers.
• Clean and maintain restrooms and locker rooms.
• Respond to requests and inquiries from customers and the general public.
• Operate and maintain irrigation and sprinkler systems, including pump stations, underground piping, valves, wiring, sprinklers, and controllers.

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This position is a safety-sensitive position, which means you will be subject to random drug screens due to the nature of the work performed.

What We're Looking For:

• One (1) year of general labor experience.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver's license.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Commercial Driver License within 6 months of hire.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.


Notice to Applicants:
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, we kindly request that you do not include the dates of your education to include years of attendance or graduation on your application, resume or attachments.

City Employee Health Clinic:
The City is committed to supporting the health and well-being of employees and their families. Our near-site Sage Health & Wellness Center offers free or low-cost healthcare services for employees and dependents enrolled in a City health plan. Services include preventive care, health assessments and coaching, treatment for common illnesses, lab services, physical therapy, a medical massage therapist, and behavioral health counseling. The clinic also offers wellness programs, challenges, and classes that empower employees and their families to stay healthy and thrive.

Explore the Area:
Grand Junction, Colorado, is the key access point to the mountains and canyonlands of western Colorado and eastern Utah. Centrally located between Denver, CO (250 miles east) and Salt Lake City, UT (270 miles west), Grand Junction was named for the convergence of the Gunnison River and Colorado River. Over 1.5 million acres of public lands connect the area's alpine terrain with the dramatic high desert, nourished by powerful rivers that sustain the vibrant agriculture industry. Opportunities for outdoor adventures are abundant in every season due to the year-round temperate climate. Home to "Nature's Trifecta," Grand Junction is surrounded by the Colorado National Monument - a mini-Grand Canyon, Rattlesnake Arches - the second-largest concentration of natural arches in the world, and the Grand Mesa - the largest flat-top mountain in the world. Agritourism, art and history, boutique shopping, and trendy restaurants complement the outdoor recreation scene. With a population of over 160,000 in Mesa County (over 70,000 within the City limits), Grand Junction has all the city amenities you expect with a hometown atmosphere that is friendly and comfortable. See Visit Grand Junction for more information.

At the City of Grand Junction, we proudly operate as an Equal Opportunity Employer, purposely building an inclusive workforce representative of various cultures, perspectives, and experiences. We believe in respect for all and do not discriminate based on hair, race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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About Us

What We Offer:


We know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports quality work-life harmony, including 32 days of paid annual leave to be used for personal and/or sick days, 11 paid holidays, health insurance options, employer-matched retirement, a City employee health clinic, a City employee child care center, wellness program, and an Employee Assistance Program. Of equal importance, we offer an opportunity to serve the community you love and live in. Our employees find their work rewarding and fulfilling, knowing that their day job makes a positive impact.

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About the Team

The General Services Department, established in 2018, provides internal management services to support City departments in delivering cost-effective and efficient community programs. Responsibilities include fleet maintenance and acquisition, facilities and real estate management, parking, procurement, warehousing, project coordination, streets maintenance, golf course operations, right-of-way weed maintenance, solid waste and recycling services. The Department is committed to operational excellence through teamwork, leadership, and communication, ensuring City resources are well-managed and maintained to support the needs of the community.