Equipment Operator II

Equipment Operator IIPrince George's County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.The Prince George's County Department of the Environment is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an Equipment Operator II, grade A15 position, in the Sustainable Waste Management/Disposal Division.Selected candidates of this position operate light to heavy duty construction equipment utilized in landfill applications with considerable skill and constant attention to safety of operation. Work is performed under general supervision and is periodically inspected for efficiency of operation and adherence to safety. This is an essential position in accordance with DOE instruction 110.4.The Department of the Environment works for a healthy, beautiful and sustainable County through programs that provide clean water, flood control, recycling and waste management, litter prevention, sustainable animal management and pet adoption in partnership with residents and other stakeholders. Some of our core services include providing clean water services (Stormwater Management Division); flooding prevention for buildings and structures (Sustainability Division and Stormwater Management Division); collecting, processing and diverting waste from the County-operated landfill, commercial facilities and householders (Resource Recovery Division); providing sustainability services to reduce greenhouse gas and emission (Sustainability Division); and facilitating pet adoptions, managing an animal holding facility, issuing pet licenses, investigating cruelty complaints and conducting humane outreach and education events (Animal Services Division).Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration:One (1) year as an Equipment Operator I with Prince George's County Government. OR Completion of a standard grade school course.Two (2) years of experience operating light to heavy power equipment.A valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with mandatory endorsements is required upon appointment in order to perform job-related duties and responsibilities.Successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment/vehicles associated with this class of work.Completion of Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam.Must be willing to respond to emergency service calls on a 24-hour basis.Preferred Qualifications:One (1) year as a Laborer I/II with Prince George's County Government.Each application must include information that clearly demonstrates the above qualifications for this position.Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Tentative Interview Dates: September 21 - 24, 2026. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details. Job Location: 3500 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class A, Class B, or equivalent commercial driver's license (CDL) with mandatory endorsements and a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam.Must successfully complete equipment/vehicle performance testing for equipment vehicles associated with this class.Must be willing to respond to emergency service calls on a 24-hour basis.Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. This is an essential position in accordance with DOE instruction 110.4. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.Only online applications will be accepted. Eligibility to work: Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at View phone number on click.appcast.io or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.Internal applicants: If you are a current Prince George's County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.Prince George's County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.General Plan Information: The Prince George's County benefits plan year is from January 1 to December 31. A spouse (to include a same sex spouse) can be added to the health benefit plans. A marriage certificate and social security number is required to add a spouse. Children under the age of 26 are eligible for coverage under the health benefit plans. This includes stepchildren and children of the same-sex spouse. A birth certificate(s) and social security number(s) is required to add a child(ren). If you are only adding the stepchildren or child(ren) of a same-sex spouse, you will need to submit a marriage certificate. You will also need to submit the birth certificate of the child(ren) and your spouse must be listed as a parent. The premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services). New employees must enroll in the County's health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date. The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire. After enrolling in the County's benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption). Employee Benefits Prince George's County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)Group Term Life InsuranceLong & Short-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts Dependent Care Assistance ProgramHealth Care Flexible Spending AccountPaid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)13 Paid HolidaysRetirement Benefits Defined Benefit Pension Plan Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%Supplemental Pension Plan Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%457(b)403(b)Employee DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramVoluntary Benefits Critical IllnessWhole Life InsuranceAccident InsuranceLegal Services