Senior Equipment Operator - Drainage Operations

Salary: $28.20 - $33.86 Hourly Location : Public Works - City of Colorado Springs, CO Job Type: Classified - Full Time Job Number: 18227 Division: Public Works Department: Public Works Operations Maint. Opening Date: 05/19/2026 Closing Date: 6/2/2026 4:00 PM Mountain FLSA: Non-Exempt Description / Position Overview Senior Equipment Operator - Drainage Operation About the Job: The City of Colorado Springs is ready to welcome multiple Senior Equipment Operator's to the Drainage Operation team for Public Works Operations Maintenance Division. As a Senior Equipment Operator for this team, you will perform a variety of skilled construction and maintenance tasks to construct and maintain the City's roadway and drainage infrastructure. You will also operate and maintain heavy machinery for installation, maintenance, and repair of drainage systems. Tasks include excavation, land clearing, and infrastructure maintenance to manage water flow, prevent flooding, and ensure public safety. Anticipated Schedule: 6:30AM - 5:00PM. Either Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday depending on crew assignment after hire. We're an accredited pay equity employer! Your starting pay will be within the posted hiring range based on your years of experience and education. Click this link to view the salary range for this position: As a Senior Equipment Operator, you will: Operate equipment such as the long reach excavator, motor grader, dozer, front end loader, backhoe, semi-tractor trailer, tanker, and various types of compactors; safely and properly operate various hand and power tools Construct and maintain drainage structures using materials such as asphalt, concrete, rip rap, and/or geotextiles Operate a single or tandem axle dump truck with plow and sander; apply chemicals, abrasives, and other ice control products during snow removal operations Perform manual labor such as cleaning culverts, mowing, patching potholes, and shoveling muck Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications, and technical manuals Maintain log and record books Enter data using Cartegraph Schedule, coordinate, train, and direct the work of assigned maintenance staff; serve in a lead worker capacity Other duties as assigned Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the We are looking for candidates who demonstrate: Knowledge of: Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in heavy equipment operations Occupational hazards and standard safety practices related to this type of work Basic principles of civil engineering Ability to: Read, write, and apply for permits specifically related to stormwater Interpret, apply, and explain pertinent laws, rules, and regulations as well as City policies and procedures Work independently in the absence of supervision Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED Five years of full-time, professional experience in related field Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restrictions Currently 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 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 We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education. We encourage all to apply! Preferred Qualifications The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants. Experience using Cartegraph Experience obtaining permits related to stormwater and/or drainage Road Scholar I and II Certifications Additional Information Please contact City Recruiting at View email address on click.appcast.io for any questions about this position. Physical Demands: The position requires the ability to pull, reach, bend, climb, kneel, sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally and 25 pounds frequently, and use fingers, hands, and legs; distinguish colors, and safely operate assigned vehicle and equipment. Environmental Conditions/ Frequency: Primary Work Environment - Outdoors around moving vehicles and heavy machinery Extreme Temperature - Daily Wetness and Humidity - Daily Respiratory Hazards - Daily exposure to toxic chemicals, dust, fumes, odors, and gases Noise and Vibrations - Daily Physical Hazards - Motorized equipment and heavy traffic daily Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards - Continuous exposure Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Frequently Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a welcoming culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters a welcoming environment where people want to be 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. 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The City's job classifications, including physical demands and descriptions, can be found on the You can view the status of your application on the To be notified of future career opportunities sign up for job alerts on the page. Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding! Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' for additional benefits information. The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families. 01 What is the highest level of education you have completed? Less than high school High School diploma or GED Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or above 02 How many years of professional, full-time experience do you possess? Less than one year One or more years Two or more years Three or more years Four or more years Five or more years Six or more years Seven or more years Eight or more years Nine or more years Ten or more years 03 Please explain, in written detail, your experience including your role and where you gained your experience. 04 Do you possess a valid, or willing to obtain, and maintain upon hire, a non-probationary Colorado driver's license, not subject to restrictions? Yes No 05 Do you currently possess a valid, non-probationary Colorado Class B CDL (Commercial Driver's License) not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges?(NOTE: CURRENT CDLs MUST BE REGISTERED WITH THE FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) DRUGAND ALCOHOL CLEARINGHOUSE AT I currently possess a valid, non-probationary Class A or B CDL I do not possess a valid, non-probationary Class A or B CDL 06 Are you willing to obtain within 12-months of hire, a valid, non-probationary Colorado Class A CDL (Commercial Driver's License) not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges?(NOTE: CURRENT CDLs MUST BE REGISTERED WITH THE FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) DRUGAND ALCOHOL CLEARINGHOUSE AT Yes No 07 Please indicate which of the following you have experience with. Check all that apply: Safely operating construction and maintain equipment such as a forklift, excavator, motor grader, dozer, front end loader, backhoe, semi-tractor trailer, skid steer etc. Constructing and maintaining drainage structures using materials such as asphalt, concrete, rip rap, and/or geotextiles Snow and ice control operations along with other emergency response as needed for different events (snow, rain, hail, wind, fire, etc.) Manual labor such as cleaning culverts, mowing, patching potholes, and shoveling asphalt Scheduling, coordinating, training, and directing the work of assigned maintenance staff; serving in a lead worker capacity Experience obtaining permits related to stormwater and/or drainage Experience using Cartegraph None of the above 08 Do you possess a valid Road Scholar I Certification and/or Road Scholar II Certification? Check all that apply: Road Scholar I Certification Road Scholar II Certification Neither Required Question City of Colorado Springs