Heavy Equipment Operator

THE POSITION This recruitment is being conducted to fill two full‑time vacancies. The list established by this recruitment may be used to fill future full‑time, part‑time, limited‑term, and temporary vacancies for up to one year. The City of Vallejo is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Heavy Equipment Operator as collaborative members of the City’s Water Department – Distribution Division. The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating the most difficult and complex heavy construction and maintenance equipment in a variety of maintenance activities, including excavating, grading, loading and related operations; and performing semi‑skilled and skilled maintenance tasks. Why Join the City of Vallejo – Water Department? At the City of Vallejo’s Water Department we are committed to delivering safe, reliable, and high‑quality drinking water to our community. Our team is comprised of skilled professionals who take pride in their work and are driven by integrity, innovation, and service. Joining our department means being part of a collaborative, mission‑driven organization where your technical expertise, leadership, and ideas will help shape the future of Water Distribution in Vallejo. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate for Heavy Equipment Operator will have three years of increasingly responsible experience in schematics maintenance work involving the operation of construction equipment. In addition, they will possess a valid California Class A driver’s license. Key Responsibilities Operate heavy construction equipment such as backhoes, rollers, motor graders, boom trucks, dump trucks, 10‑ and 18‑wheeler trucks, front‑end loaders, cement truck, trencher, bulldozer, and forklift for a variety of maintenance and construction operations involving streets and water systems. Grade and crown City streets, roads and alleys using motor graders; roll asphalt. Excavate water lines; backfill jobs upon completion. Clean debris from ditches, culverts and creek beds; bulldoze hill sides and fire trails as required. Perform additional construction and maintenance tasks such as concrete work, truck driving, asphalt spreading, and a variety of minor repair activities. Identify equipment needs for each assigned project; pick up and deliver heavy equipment from construction sites. Estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned, requisition materials as required. Ensure adherence to safe work policies and procedures. Perform preventive maintenance on heavy and light equipment as required. May provide lead supervision to a small crew of lower‑level maintenance staff. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Knowledge of Operation and maintenance requirements of heavy power‑driven equipment. Practices, methods, and materials used in general construction and maintenance work. Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of work assigned. Principles and procedures of record keeping. Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in heavy equipment operations. Safe work practices. Ability to Operate a variety of complex heavy power‑driven equipment such as backhoes, motor graders, and boom trucks. Perform a variety of semi‑skilled and skilled construction and maintenance tasks. Use and operate hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications and technical manuals. Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions. Apply good judgment and practical knowledge to resolve unusual or irregular problems in the area of work assigned. Perform duties in a manner to maximize public safety in the area of work assigned. Respond to the Corporation Yard for emergency call‑out. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Work independently in the absence of supervision. Perform heavy manual labor. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Experience and Training Guidelines Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible experience in schematics maintenance work involving the operation of construction equipment. Training: Formal or informal education or training ensuring the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance supplemented by specialized training in construction technology. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California Class A driver’s license or the ability to obtain a Class A Driver’s License prior to the completion of the probationary period. The Class A Driver’s License must be maintained throughout employment with the City of Vallejo. Working Conditions Construction site environment; loud machine noise; some lifting; work in inclement weather conditions. Reasonable Accommodations The City of Vallejo is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, assessment or selection process may contact the Human Resources Department to request an accommodation. Please contact Anabela Rivera at View phone number on click.appcast.io or send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io no later than July 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) The City of Vallejo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Vallejo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non‑job‑related factors. Note The provisions in this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr