Construction Equipment Operator
$35.3k - $79.66kJobsQuest
TARGET CLOSE DATE: 10/02/2026
PAY GRADE:
Grade 18TYPE:
Full timeJOB SUMMARY:
Construction Equipment Operators in the Merit System operate a variety of heavy, complex gasoline- and diesel-powered construction equipment requiring a high level of skill. Employees work with considerable independence and are responsible for the safe and proper operation of assigned equipment, often ensuring the safety of nearby workers and assisting less experienced coworkers. Work is assigned through work orders, verbal instructions, or general guidelines and is reviewed during progress and upon completion. This classification is distinguished by the regular operation of large, often track-mounted equipment such as bulldozers, track hoes, motor graders, cranes, and similar machinery. Employees must exercise significant care to prevent equipment damage and ensure safe, effective operations.COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. Applications for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency. Bessemer: $19.26 - $29.89Birmingham: $19.68 - $30.53
Center Point: $18.57 - $28.81
Fultondale: $21.30 - 33.05
Gardendale: $22.97 - $35.63
Homewood: $22.73 - $35.26
Jefferson County: $21.86 - $33.91
Mountain Brook: $24.69 - $38.30
Tarrant: $16.97 - $26.32
Vestavia Hills: $22.87 - $35.48
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:
Class B commercial driver's license with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL and/or HAZMAT endorsement within 90 days if required by jurisdiction.
Experience working in or around construction equipment (e.g., backhoe, motorgrader, track dozer, track loader).
Experience following safety standards related to heavy/construction equipment operation (e.g., setting up work zones, locating utility lines, flagging).
TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:
Backfills, excavates, spreads, and scrapes specified parts of construction or maintenance projects using heavy or construction equipment to meet project specifications.
Cleans, clears, and prepares roads, ditches, sewer lines and land using heavy or construction equipment for construction or property maintenance purposes.
Communicates with members of the public, supervisors, and subordinates using verbal and written correspondence in order to exchange information concerning heavy or construction equipment operator job duties.
Loads, unloads, lifts, and places various materials (e.g., dirt, biosolids, pipes, brush) using heavy or construction equipment in order to complete construction, cleanup, or maintenance projects.
Performs preventative maintenance and basic repairs on heavy or construction equipment (e.g., checking fluids, changing parts) in order to maintain efficient equipment operations.
Promotes safe work practices (e.g., setting up traffic work zones, wearing safety gear, obeying applicable traffic laws, using outriggers) to prevent accidents, injuries, and property/equipment damage.
Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Job involves physical exertion required for sustained periods of light physical activity such as operating a refuse truck or standing for prolonged periods of time. May involve occasional lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is primarily performed at outdoor worksites such as residential neighborhoods, landfills, etc. Work involves use of heavy equipment and construction equipment such as front bulldozers, backhoes, graders, etc., as well as a variety of hand tools. Job may require exposure to potentially hazardous work conditions (e.g., working in and around traffic, in and around landfills, working in and around heavy equipment and construction equipment). May also require exposure to inclement weather when working outdoors (e.g., extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, wind), as well as working around foul odors and potentially harmful waste.EEO STATEMENT:
The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Each Merit System member city/agency operates its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual city/agency website.
ACCOMMODATION:
To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at View email address on aiapply.co or phone at View phone number on aiapply.co (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process.
NOTE:
This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.
DISCLAIMER:
This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required for this position and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.
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